Designer sunglasses from Ray-Ban, Oakley, Gucci, Maui Jim & more. Prescription lenses available, insurance direct billing, free lifetime adjustments.
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We carry a lot of sunglasses — browse all 101+, or tap a brand below to see just theirs.
You can try on every brand we carry in one visit — Ray-Ban, Oakley, Maui Jim, Gucci and more, all in the same room. Photos never show how a frame really sits on your face, so come see them in person at our Ellerslie Road shop. No appointment needed.
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Yes — we fit prescription lenses into almost any designer sunglass frame, and single-vision pairs are often ready the same day. Bring your prescription, or book an exam and choose your frames in one visit.
Book an eye exam
Most employer health plans cover prescription sunglasses the same way they cover regular glasses. We direct bill 30+ providers — including Alberta Blue Cross, Canada Life, Desjardins, AISH and Alberta Works — so you pay only your portion at the counter. Just bring your benefits card.
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A well-fitted pair blocks more sun — loose frames let UV light leak in around the edges. Our licensed opticians fit every pair to your face: temples, nose pads and frame angle. Free lifetime adjustments, no appointment needed. A family-owned south Edmonton shop since 2017.
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Every pair at Charm Optical blocks 100% of UVA and UVB rays. It matters year-round here — Edmonton gets 2,300+ hours of sunshine, and winter glare off snow and ice is just as strong. Add polarized lenses for extra cut on bright Alberta days.
About polarized lenses
Polarized lenses cut glare from water, snow and roads — best for driving and sport. Gradient lenses fade dark-to-light for everyday wear. Photochromic lenses darken automatically in sunlight. All three come with or without a prescription.
Same-day options
Everything you need to know before picking your next pair.
Yes — most employer health plans cover prescription sunglasses. We direct bill 30+ providers including Alberta Blue Cross, Canada Life, Desjardins, AISH, and Alberta Works. Bring your card and we handle the claim.
Single vision: Same day at our Ellerslie Road location. Progressive & specialty: 7–10 business days. Book an eye exam and browse frames in one visit.
Polarized cuts glare from water, snow, and roads — best for driving and outdoor sports. Gradient is darker at top, lighter at bottom — great for everyday. Photochromic darkens automatically in sunlight — glasses and sunglasses in one.
Edmonton gets 2,300+ hours of sunshine per year — UV is just as strong in winter reflecting off snow. Every pair at Charm Optical blocks 100% UVA and UVB. Consider polarized lenses for extra glare protection.
Yes — polarized lenses can be fitted into almost any sunglasses frame including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Maui Jim, and Gucci. Available in prescription and non-prescription. Ask our opticians for details.
Looking for prescription sunglasses in Edmonton? Visit Charm Optical at 5035 Ellerslie Road SW in south Edmonton. We carry 290+ designer sunglasses across 21 brands — with prescription lenses available same day. Polarized, gradient, and photochromic lens options. Whether you need affordable prescription sunglasses for everyday wear or the best polarized sunglasses for driving and outdoor sports, we've got you covered. We also ship prescription sunglasses across Canada. Book an eye exam online, browse prescription glasses, check out same-day glasses, shop contact lenses, or learn about our eye care services.
