Protect Your Sight from the Sun
No matter the season, your eyes need protection from ultraviolet rays that can damage your sight and increase your risk of eye diseases. Sunny days spent by the sea, sand, or snow can reflect glare into your eyes and damage your vision, so be sure to sport your sunglasses whether you’re at the ski hill or the beach.
Cloudy days don’t offer much protection, either. UV rays can easily penetrate clouds, so overcast skies are not a reason to abandon your sun protection.
Even if you’re blessed with perfect vision, you still need sun safety. And kids especially need sun protection as their developing eyes are more vulnerable to UV rays. That’s why we have brands and styles to suit every member of your family.
We offer a wide selection of sunglasses in both prescription and non-prescription options. Come and see us today to pick your favourite pair.
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Sun Protection for Little Eyes
Kids spend lots of time outdoors exposed to UV rays. In fact, more than half of lifetime UV exposure occurs before the age of 18, so we recommend wearing sunglasses year-round.
Always keep infants out of direct sunlight and provide the youngest members of your family with some extra sun protection like a hat or an umbrella.
We will help you choose a pair of sunglasses that protects from both UVA and UVB rays and fits your child properly. The right fit will help to provide proper sun protection.
Visit us today to find sunglasses for your child.
Our Brands
AllSaints
AllSaints eyewear from Mondoticca blends the concepts of "refinement" and "boldness." Designed for fashion-forward urban professionals and trendsetters, this optical collection features bespoke branded hinges, stylish bevelling, and fine metal detailing like hexagon bolt-shaped studs and distressed metal finishes. Elevate your look with AllSaints—eyewear that speaks volumes.
Calvin Klein
The Calvin Klein brand is one of the most recognized brands in the world today. A trend-right collection of apparel and accessories for the modern and uniquely sophisticated individual.
Coach
Coach is a leading New York design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle collections, focusing on superior quality and durability.
Etnia Barcelona
Etnia Barcelona is all about expressing your unique style through vibrant, art-inspired eyewear. This independent brand from Barcelona brings color to the world of glasses with natural acetate frames and high-quality mineral lenses. They're not just about making a fashion statement, though —they're committed to vision excellence, too. Whether you're after everyday wear or something more daring, Etnia Barcelona's got you covered with a wide range of bold and eye-catching designs.
FYSH
FYSH UK encourages you to express and embrace your individuality. Originally from Britain, our frames are inspired by the beauty of the sea and the latest trends, with fluid styling, brilliant colors, and creative textures that let your personality shine through.
Guess
GUESS was established by the Marciano brothers, who, in 1981, left the south of France in pursuit of the American dream. Inspired by a European influence, the Marciano’s put their innovative touch on the apparel industry, redefining denim and eyewear. Guess, and their large array of sunglasses symbolize a young, sexy, and adventurous lifestyle.
Kate Spade
Kate Spade's eyewear collection features eyeglasses and sunglasses that are flirty and feminine, frames in classic styles and modern shapes with striking prints and bold color palettes. These designs will impress any fashionista.
Maui Jim
Maui Jim is the fastest growing American maker of premium polarized sunglasses, prescription sunglasses, and ophthalmic frames in the world! It all began in Lahaina, Hawaii, with a need for sunglasses that could eliminate the harsh Hawaiian glare without distorting the colors of the island scenery. Today, Maui Jim also produces stunning, high-quality ophthalmic frames.
Nike
Nike’s durable, long-lasting design is ideal for everyday wear. They are built with performance in mind, offering a range of distinctive designs that are suitable for an active lifestyle.
Oakley
Oakley invents each new product with a design philosophy called sculptural physics: the discipline of solving problems with science and wrapping them in art. Supported by an infrastructure that includes the latest tools of technology, Oakley engineers and artisans continue to expand the American company’s array of product categories.
Ray-Ban
Ray-Ban has always been durable, comfortable, and attractive from the vintage classics to the present-day trendy American frames. From celebrities to your friends, Ray-Ban is always a favorite.
Serengeti
Not only do we pioneer photochromic technology, we also engineer it into every lens we make. In bright conditions, when UV radiation is more intense, the lens molecules expand in size, darkening the lenses and allowing them to absorb more light.
Tiffany
Tiffany Eyewear offers an elegant outlook on style with impeccable craftsmanship and unexpected details. Their iconic jewelry collections inspire many of these exclusive designs.
Visit Our Location
Find us on the corner of Douglas and Alpha, just north of the Mayfair Shopping Centre.
Our Address
- 3196 Douglas Street
- Victoria, BC V8Z 3K6
Contact Information
- Phone: 250-361-4444
- Fax: 250-361-4424
- Email: [email protected]
Our Hours
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
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Ask the Doctor: Polarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses
Ask the Doctor, Frames & Lenses, Sun GlassesPolarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses Question: I have noticed some premium brand sunglasses are polarized and some are not. I thought polarized lenses were supposed to be better. Why might someone choose a non-polarized lens even at a higher price point? Answer: So you’ve noticed some high-end sunglasses aren’t polarized, and you’re wondering why. It’s a […]
Ask the Doctor: How to Choose the Right Contact Lenses for Your Lifestyle
Ask the DoctorQuestion: I am thinking about getting back into wearing contact lenses for certain social and sport activities after taking a break from them for many years, but there are so many more options with disposables than before. How do I know what type of lenses I should get? Answer: There are definitely a multitude of […]
Ask The Doctor – Do all optometrists have the same qualifications?
UncategorizedI was wondering: if all optometrists in town have the same qualifications, does it really matter which doctor I see for my regular eye check-ups? Answer: Optometry has been a regulated profession in BC since 1921, and while it’s true that to practice here all optometrists in the province have to meet rigorous standards and […]
Ask the Doctor: Polarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses
Polarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses Question: I have noticed some premium brand sunglasses are polarized and some are not. I thought polarized lenses were supposed to be better. Why might someone choose a non-polarized lens even at a higher price point? Answer: So you’ve noticed some high-end sunglasses aren’t polarized, and you’re wondering why. It’s a […]
Ask the Doctor: How to Choose the Right Contact Lenses for Your Lifestyle
Question: I am thinking about getting back into wearing contact lenses for certain social and sport activities after taking a break from them for many years, but there are so many more options with disposables than before. How do I know what type of lenses I should get? Answer: There are definitely a multitude of […]
Ask The Doctor – Do all optometrists have the same qualifications?
I was wondering: if all optometrists in town have the same qualifications, does it really matter which doctor I see for my regular eye check-ups? Answer: Optometry has been a regulated profession in BC since 1921, and while it’s true that to practice here all optometrists in the province have to meet rigorous standards and […]
Land Acknowledgement
We respect and acknowledge the lək̓ʷəŋən People, a subset of the Coast Salish, also known today as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations, on whose territory we do our work. Our clinic recognizes the colonization, attitudes, and systems that have been put in place that have drastically altered Indigenous Peoples relationship with the land.
We as a team recognize the importance of educating ourselves on the systemic oppression of settler generations that has greatly changed the lives of Indigenous Peoples. We place the utmost importance on reconciliation and will continue to aid in this effort however we can.
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Mayfair Optometric Clinic
- 3196 Douglas Street
- Victoria, BC V8Z 3K6
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P: 250-361-4444
[email protected]
