California, USA · Est. 1975
Oakley Eyewear
American sports performance engineering, built into every frame.
Brand History
The Story of Oakley
Jim Jannard founded Oakley in California in 1975, starting with motocross grips before expanding into performance sunglasses that became a benchmark for sports eyewear technology.
Oakley eyewear is engineered first — impact-resistant lenses, wraparound protection, and durable frame materials — for patients whose glasses need to keep up with an active life.
At a Glance
- Founded
- 1975
- Founder
- Jim Jannard
- Origin
- California, USA
- Style
- Performance-first engineering, built for sport and an active lifestyle.
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Oakley at Designer Eyewear Outlet
Designer Eyewear Outlet carries authentic Oakley frames and sunglasses at our optical store in Ajax, Ontario, sourced directly from authorized distributors rather than grey-market resellers. Every Oakley 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 Oakleyframes 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 Oakley, contact us or visit our Ajax optical store to check current in-stock styles before you make the trip.
Ready to try on Oakley?
Visit our Ajax optical store or book an eye exam to get started.