2000s Kirkland Signature Frames | Archive 0381

The Kirkland Signature San Dimas reflects the clean, understated character of early-2000s eyewear design. Its compact rectangular silhouette features gently rounded corners, a softly arched brow, and a narrow central bridge, creating a balanced profile with a subtle retro aesthetic. The rich brown frame has a polished finish, while the substantial outer edges add definition to the otherwise streamlined design.

Frame Model: San Dimas (Brown)
Decade: 2000s
Country of Origin: China
Lenses: Empty, ready for custom
Condition: Excellent vintage
Size: 55-14-135

Historical Context
Launched by Costco in 1995, Kirkland Signature is the retailer’s private-label brand, developed to offer name-brand quality at value-oriented prices. Its eyewear history is documented by 1997, when Kirkland Signature eyeglasses and eyeglass frames were already in commercial use in Canada, with later trademark registrations also covering sunglasses. 

Italian-made Kirkland Signature frames are documented among vintage examples, including models marked “Made in Italy,” reflecting the brand’s use of established European eyewear manufacturing.