Tier 1
Everyday Essentials
Suggested MSRP: $99 – $149 CAD
Aluminum and basic acetate optical frames in classic shapes (round, rectangle). Volume movers. Anchor the lower price point in your display and drive walk-in conversions for first-time eyewear buyers, students, and budget-conscious patients.
Typical markup: 3.5x – 5x wholesale
Recommended MSRP anchor: $129
Tier 2
Style & Signature
Suggested MSRP: $149 – $229 CAD
Cat-eye acetates, stainless steel frames, and premium acetate finishes. These are the style-driven purchases where the customer is buying the look as much as the function. Best margin opportunity in the mid-tier.
Typical markup: 5x – 7x wholesale
Recommended MSRP anchor: $179
Tier 3
Premium Performance
Suggested MSRP: $229 – $329 CAD
Titanium rimless and titanium full-frame. The highest-margin tier of the catalogue. Targets customers who walk in asking about lightweight, hypoallergenic, or progressive-compatible frames. Strong pairing with premium lens upsells.
Typical markup: 7x – 10x wholesale
Recommended MSRP anchor: $279
Tier 4
Sun Specialty
Suggested MSRP: $169 – $249 CAD
Acetate and stainless steel sunglass frames. Drives spring/summer revenue and provides an upgrade path for existing customers (Rx sunglass kits, second-pair sales).
Typical markup: 5x – 7x wholesale
Recommended MSRP anchor: $199
Tier 5
Clip-On Value
Suggested MSRP: $139 – $189 CAD
Frames with magnetic clip-on sun lens. Sell as "two products in one" — strong margin opportunity since the perceived value covers both optical and casual sun. Position as a budget-friendly alternative to two separate purchases.
Typical markup: 4.5x – 6x wholesale
Recommended MSRP anchor: $169