Persol Glasses & Sunglasses in Edmonton
Handcrafted Italian Eyewear Since 1917 — Available at Charm Optical
Free shipping across Canada over $100 · Try on in store at 5035 Ellerslie Rd SW, Edmonton
The Persol Story
Persol was founded in 1917 in Turin, Italy. The name comes from “per il sole” — Italian for “for the sun” — and the brand originally crafted eyewear for pilots and sports drivers who needed superior optical clarity and durability. Persol pioneered two innovations that remain iconic to this day: the Silver Arrow hinges, a sleek metal bridge inspired by the swords of ancient warriors, and the patented Meflecto temple system, a flexible stem design that moulds to the wearer’s head for unmatched comfort.
Persol rose to cultural fame when Steve McQueen wore the Persol 714 folding sunglasses in The Thomas Crown Affair (1968), cementing the brand as a symbol of effortless cool. Over a century later, Persol frames are still handcrafted in Italy using many of the same traditional techniques — hand-polished acetate, mineral glass lenses, and meticulous assembly that can take up to 40 production steps per frame. Every pair carries the unmistakable Silver Arrow on its temple.
At Charm Optical in south Edmonton, we carry Persol prescription glasses and prescription sunglasses. Our opticians will help you experience the legendary Meflecto comfort system firsthand, fit your prescription lenses precisely, and handle your insurance. Visit anytime to try on Persol eyewear — no appointment needed to browse.
Persol Frames Available Now
These Persol frames are in stock at our south Edmonton store. Come in to try them on, or browse online.
Persol PO3375S
From $444.00
$634.00
Persol STEVE MCQUEEN PO0714SM
From $410.00
$586.00
Persol PO3399V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3397V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3396S
From $309.00
$441.00
Persol PO3395S
From $309.00
$441.00
Persol PO3394V
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3392V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3391V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3390V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3386S
From $309.00
$441.00
Persol PO3383S
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3381S
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3328S
From $321.00
$459.00
Persol PO3269S
From $283.00
$404.00
Persol PO1028S
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO1027S
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol PO1023S
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO0649NE
From $384.00
$549.00
Persol ADRIEN
From $370.00
$529.00
Persol RENZO
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3398S
From $309.00
$441.00
Persol PO3392S
From $283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3384S
From $384.00
$549.00
Persol PO3372S
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3355S
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3354S
$346.00
$494.00
Persol PO3345S
$359.00
$513.00
Persol PO3336S
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3306S
From $230.00
$328.00
Persol PO3304S
$294.00
$420.00
Persol PO3199S
From $321.00
$459.00
Persol PO3186S
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3048S
From $258.00
$368.00
Persol PO1003S
$291.00
$415.00
Persol PO0086S
From $493.00
$704.00
Persol PO0082S
From $493.00
$704.00
Persol PO0064S
From $493.00
$704.00
Persol PO0060S
From $493.00
$704.00
Persol GUIDO
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol GAE
From $283.00
$404.00
Persol CELLOR
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3388V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3382V
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3381V
$309.00
$441.00
Persol PO3218V
$270.00
$386.00
Persol PO3143V
$258.00
$368.00
Persol PO8003V
$461.00
$658.00
Persol PO3315V
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3092V
$258.00
$368.00
Persol PO3007V
$258.00
$368.00
Persol PO0204V
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO1022S
From $512.00
$731.00
Persol IDA PO1018S
From $297.00
$424.00
Persol PO8002S
From $512.00
$731.00
Persol PO8001S
From $512.00
$731.00
Persol PO3327S
From $334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3152S
From $248.00
$354.00
Persol PO3272S
$283.00
$404.00
Persol PO3092SM
From $258.00
$368.00
Persol LUC PO1030V
From $359.00
$513.00
Persol PO1029V
$309.00
$441.00
Persol PO1023V
$309.00
$441.00
Persol GRETA PO3329V
$334.00
$477.00
Persol PO3189V
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3050V
$258.00
$368.00
Persol LYNN PO3371V
From $297.00
$424.00
Persol JACQUES PO3359V
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3297V
$272.00
$389.00
Persol PO3286V
$258.00
$368.00
Persol PO0082V
From $444.00
$634.00
Persol PO0054V
$444.00
$634.00
Persol CECIL PO3389V
$359.00
$513.00
Persol PIER PO3387V
$309.00
$441.00
Persol PO1026V
$461.00
$658.00
Persol PO3019S
$312.00
$446.00
Persol PO3380S
From $321.00
$459.00
Persol LORIS PO3378S
$272.00
$389.00
Persol VINCENT PO3373S
From $321.00
$459.00
Persol TOM PO3319S
From $321.00
$459.00
Persol JEAN PO3310S
$349.00
$499.00
Persol PO3292S
$309.00
$441.00
Persol PO1016S
$496.00
$709.00
Persol MEL PO3385S
From $283.00
$404.00
Persol PO1024S
$512.00
$731.00
Persol PO0649
From $272.00
$389.00
Persol PO0086V
$465.00
$665.00
Persol PO0649
$350.00
$500.00
Persol at Charm Optical
We carry Persol prescription eyewear in our south Edmonton store. Every pair is fitted by our experienced opticians and backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Prescription Glasses
Handcrafted Italian Persol optical frames with the iconic Silver Arrow hinge and Meflecto comfort system, fitted with your prescription lenses.
Prescription Sunglasses
Persol sunglasses with prescription lenses. The same Italian craftsmanship that Steve McQueen made famous, with full UV protection.
Why Choose Persol?
Handcrafted in Italy Since 1917
Each Persol frame goes through up to 40 production steps. Hand-polished acetate, precision hinges, and meticulous quality control — over a century of Italian craft in every pair.
The Iconic Silver Arrow
Persol’s signature Silver Arrow hinge isn’t just decorative — it’s a precision-engineered component that provides smooth, durable temple action and instantly identifies genuine Persol.
Meflecto Comfort System
Persol’s patented flexible temple system moulds to your head shape for a custom-like fit. Once you experience Meflecto comfort, other frames feel rigid by comparison.
Persol — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Charm Optical carry Persol frames in store?
Yes! We carry Persol eyewear right in our south Edmonton store. Come in and try on frames anytime. No appointment needed to browse.
Can I use my insurance for Persol glasses?
Yes! Most insurance plans cover prescription Persol frames. We direct bill over 30 insurance providers — just bring your benefits card and we handle the claim. You may pay nothing out of pocket.
What are the Silver Arrow hinge and Meflecto system on Persol frames?
The Silver Arrow is Persol’s iconic metal hinge decoration, inspired by the swords of ancient warriors. It’s both a design signature and a functional component. The Meflecto system is Persol’s patented flexible temple design that allows the stems to adapt to your head shape, providing a comfortable, secure fit without pressure points. Both features have been part of Persol’s design since the brand’s earliest days in Italy.
How long does it take to get prescription Persol glasses?
Most prescription glasses are ready within 7–10 business days. We’ll give you an exact timeline when you order and call you as soon as they’re ready for pickup.
Try Persol at Charm Optical
Book your eye exam online in 30 seconds, then come in and try on Persol frames. We’ll help you find the perfect fit and handle the insurance too.
Free shipping across Canada over $100 · or try them on at 5035 Ellerslie Rd SW, Edmonton.
Call us at (780) 490-0090