Florence, Italy · Est. 1921
Gucci Eyewear
Italian maximalism with a century of craftsmanship behind it.
Brand History
The Story of Gucci
Gucci was founded in Florence in 1921 by Guccio Gucci, who started out making leather luggage inspired by the equestrian world. The brand's now-famous horsebit and interlocking-GG motifs trace back to that early leather-goods heritage.
Over the decades Gucci grew into one of the most recognizable names in fashion, known for bold, eclectic, maximalist design — a reputation cemented under creative directors like Tom Ford in the '90s and Alessandro Michele in the 2010s. Gucci eyewear carries that same confident, statement-making design language into frames and sunglasses.
At a Glance
- Founded
- 1921
- Founder
- Guccio Gucci
- Origin
- Florence, Italy
- Style
- Bold, eclectic, and instantly recognizable — Gucci frames are a statement piece first.
Shop In-Store
Gucci at Designer Eyewear Outlet
Designer Eyewear Outlet carries authentic Gucci frames and sunglasses at our optical store in Ajax, Ontario, sourced directly from authorized distributors rather than grey-market resellers. Every Gucci pair is quality-checked by our licensed opticians before it goes on display, so you get the real thing at up to 70% below typical retail pricing.
We fit Gucciframes to your face shape and prescription in-house, with personalized adjustments included. Selection varies by season, so if you're coming from Pickering, Whitby, or elsewhere in Durham Region specifically for Gucci, contact us or visit our Ajax optical store to check current in-stock styles before you make the trip.
Ready to try on Gucci?
Visit our Ajax optical store or book an eye exam to get started.