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Crafted in Germany, these luxury eyewear pieces reflect the bold and innovative style that defines the Cazal legacy. Perfect for collectors and fashion enthusiasts, these artisan-crafted frames offer a touch of retro glamour while remaining effortlessly modern. 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The rounded, goggle-style silhouette with matte black finish and red accents feels both futuristic and functional, echoing Polo’s fusion of prep and performance. 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Fine metalwork and subtle decorative flourishes reflect the jewelry influenced approach that defined much of Italian optical design during the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clear demo lenses leave the silhouette open to transformation, whether kept minimal with prescription optics or reimagined with custom tints. 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Surviving examples establish the brand’s presence in vintage eyewear by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including Italian-made sunglasses and optical frames. Its designs reflect the refined side of Italian eyewear, with examples featuring polished metal construction, rectangular silhouettes, and understated yet distinctive detailing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brand’s use of richly finished metal, including gold-toned and 22-karat gold examples, adds to the sense of craftsmanship associated with its surviving frames. 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Vintage records document Le Club frames and sunglasses as \u003cstrong\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, including examples dated to approximately 1990–1995 and Le Club Actif models from the 1990s. 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The proportions feel unmistakably French from this era, expressive yet refined, with volume used as a form of elegance rather than excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subtle translucency at the edges gives the frame depth and movement, revealing new tones as the light shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9280-18\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eFrance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew brown lenses \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom our 85-year-old friend Marta's personal collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParis in 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Emmanuelle Khanh emerged as part of the French ready-to-wear movement, bringing youthful, accessible design beyond the traditional world of haute couture. The house introduced its first eyewear collection in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1971\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, working with Henri Guillet and optical workshops in Oyonnax to create bold frames with oversized proportions and strong, graphic lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhanh’s own need for prescription glasses helped inspire her approach to eyewear, which she treated as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efashion accessory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than simply a functional object. Her frames became known for large acetate silhouettes, vivid colours, sculptural forms, and decorative details, reflecting the experimental spirit of French fashion in the late 1960s and 1970s. The brand’s early eyewear was made in France, establishing a long-standing connection with the traditional craftsmanship of the Oyonnax eyewear region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmanuelle Khanh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53496017518776,"sku":"NYAS9","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_4566.jpg?v=1781278058"},{"product_id":"1980s-new-wave-sunglasses-archive-0397","title":"1980s New Wave Sunglasses | Archive 0397","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sharply refined metal silhouette with softly angular oval lenses, finished in a brushed gunmetal tone and fitted with blue gradient lenses that shift from deep twilight to pale sky. 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The brand developed during a period when Italian eyewear increasingly embraced experimentation, producing frames with unconventional geometric, oversized, and futuristic silhouettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its aesthetic combines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebold forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with expressive colour, sculptural acetate, lacquered metal, and distinctive detailing, reflecting the creative spirit of 1980s and 1990s Italian eyewear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Wave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53552884547768,"sku":"SPC1179","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_6107.jpg?v=1780674524"},{"product_id":"1980s-gold-and-wood-sunglasses-archive-0320","title":"1980s Gold \u0026 Wood Sunglasses | Archive 0320","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold 1980s silhouette from Gold \u0026amp; Wood, these sculptural sunglasses feature a glossy black frame, soft gradient lenses, and signature circular temple detailing. A rare statement piece that blends luxury craftsmanship with the sleek futurism of late-century eyewear design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vega 5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxembourg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew grey gradient lenses \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54-17\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from a European optical archive, this rare Gold \u0026amp; Wood design captures the brand's distinctive approach to luxury eyewear. Known for combining innovative materials with meticulous craftsmanship, Gold \u0026amp; Wood pieces from this era are increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gold \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53553865556152,"sku":"SPC1316","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2021.jpg?v=1780690226"},{"product_id":"1980s-theo-sunglasses-archive-0334","title":"1980s Theo Sunglasses | Archive 0334","description":"\u003cp\u003eA daring rimless composition built around sharply cut rectangular lenses, suspended within a finely engineered metal structure that feels both industrial and playful. 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Every angle feels intentional, reflecting the experimental spirit that made Belgian eyewear so influential during the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eItaly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew brown tinted lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e48-24-140\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Theo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53554598936760,"sku":"BER1","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/2-IMG_6146.jpg?v=1780704633"},{"product_id":"1980s-ferrari-sunglasses-archive-0490","title":"1980s Ferrari Sunglasses | Archive 0490","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eA sleek expression of late-1980s Italian design, this Ferrari frame combines sharply angled lenses with a distinctive sculpted bridge that feels both technical and refined. The polished metal structure is accented with subtle red detailing, while the new dark green lenses lend depth and a sense of quiet performance. Includes original case and verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eLean, aerodynamic, and unmistakably of its era, it captures the precision and confidence associated with Italian industrial design at its most ambitious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e F24 (516)\u003cbr data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"507\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew dark green or brown lenses\u003cbr data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadstock\u003cbr data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e54-19-145\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003eItaly in 1947\u003c\/strong\u003e by Enzo Ferrari, the marque became synonymous with high-performance engineering, racing heritage, and distinctive Italian design. Ferrari entered dedicated eyewear in \u003cstrong\u003e2006\u003c\/strong\u003e, when Marcolin introduced its first collection of sunglasses, followed by optical frames inspired by the forms and materials of its sports cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eThe designs incorporated automotive references such as the Prancing Horse emblem, sculpted temples, and the brand’s signature red and burgundy tones. Using materials including titanium, aluminium, carbon fibre, and rubber, the collection combined technical innovation with a sporting, luxury aesthetic. Ferrari eyewear translates the marque’s racing identity into functional designs, ranging from streamlined aviators to bold wraparound and shield silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrari","offers":[{"title":"Dark Green","offer_id":54315239473336,"sku":"NYAS22-02","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":54315239506104,"sku":"NYAS22-01","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_9134_1.jpg?v=1792617174"},{"product_id":"1980s-cazal-sunglasses-archive-0318","title":"1980s Cazal Sunglasses | Archive 0318","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold study in geometry and proportion, these vintage Cazal sunglasses capture the fearless spirit of 1980s design. The faceted metal frame combines sharp architectural angles with a floating bridge detail, while the newly fitted ruby lenses cast a rich, cinematic glow that softens the precision of the silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 229 (344)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eGermany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew ruby lenses \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-14-130\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermany in 1975\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by designer Cari Zalloni and entrepreneur Günter Böttcher, Cazal was created as an eyewear brand with a strong emphasis on distinctive design and craftsmanship. 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The new dark grey lenses deepen the frame’s sense of mystery, balancing glamour with the bold architectural spirit that defined Khanh’s celebrated designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model: \u003c\/strong\u003e1600\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eFrance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e New dark grey lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57-18-135\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom our 85-year-old friend Marta's personal collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParis in 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Emmanuelle Khanh emerged as part of the French ready-to-wear movement, bringing youthful, accessible design beyond the traditional world of haute couture. The house introduced its first eyewear collection in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1971\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, working with Henri Guillet and optical workshops in Oyonnax to create bold frames with oversized proportions and strong, graphic lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhanh’s own need for prescription glasses helped inspire her approach to eyewear, which she treated as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efashion accessory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than simply a functional object. Her frames became known for large acetate silhouettes, vivid colours, sculptural forms, and decorative details, reflecting the experimental spirit of French fashion in the late 1960s and 1970s. The brand’s early eyewear was made in France, establishing a long-standing connection with the traditional craftsmanship of the Oyonnax eyewear region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmanuelle Khanh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53582697791672,"sku":"SPC1326","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/6-IMG_4364.jpg?v=1781193173"},{"product_id":"1980s-foster-grant-frames-archive-0138","title":"1980s Foster Grant Frames | Archive 0138","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bold silhouette defined by oversized geometric proportions and a distinctive two-tone translucent acetate. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe broad lines and subtle gradient colouring create visual depth, while shifting from warm honey tones at the brow to a softer crystal finish below. The generous lens openings and sculpted bridge capture the confident design language of its time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eEmpty, ready for custom lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage, slight scratching on arms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1919\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eby Sam Foster, Foster Grant began as a manufacturer of women’s hair accessories before turning to eyewear as changing hairstyles reduced demand for its original products. In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1929\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the company sold its first sunglasses at Woolworth on the Atlantic City boardwalk, helping establish affordable sunglasses as a mass-market fashion accessory. Foster Grant later became closely associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHollywood glamour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with celebrities helping popularise its sunglasses and the famous “Who’s That Behind Those Foster Grants?” campaign of the 1960s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts vintage frames reflect an accessible American aesthetic, ranging from classic rounded and cat-eye shapes to bold oversized silhouettes and colourful molded-plastic designs. 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The translucent mauve-lavender acetate adds a muted pastel quality, with tonal variations that give the polished frame depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model: \u003c\/strong\u003e8080 (181)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eFrance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eEmpty, ready for custom lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom our 85-year-old friend Marta's personal collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParis in 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Emmanuelle Khanh emerged as part of the French ready-to-wear movement, bringing youthful, accessible design beyond the traditional world of haute couture. The house introduced its first eyewear collection in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1971\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, working with Henri Guillet and optical workshops in Oyonnax to create bold frames with oversized proportions and strong, graphic lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhanh’s own need for prescription glasses helped inspire her approach to eyewear, which she treated as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efashion accessory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than simply a functional object. Her frames became known for large acetate silhouettes, vivid colours, sculptural forms, and decorative details, reflecting the experimental spirit of French fashion in the late 1960s and 1970s. The brand’s early eyewear was made in France, establishing a long-standing connection with the traditional craftsmanship of the Oyonnax eyewear region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmanuelle Khanh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53587646185656,"sku":"SPC1336","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_4366.jpg?v=1781356449"},{"product_id":"olive-noir-1980s-unknown-sunglasses","title":"1980s Vintage Sunglasses | Archive 0289","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study in understated confidence, these vintage sunglasses channel the streamlined aesthetic that emerged in late 1980s design. The slim rectangular frame is finished in richly textured dark acetate with a subtle reptile-like pattern, while the new olive green lenses introduce a muted, earthy tone that enhances the frame's quiet sophistication. Minimal in silhouette yet rich in detail, this is a versatile vintage piece where texture, proportion, and color work together with effortless restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e New olive green lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e50-17-140\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced in Germany, this distinctive 1980s frame stands out through its textured acetate finish and timeless proportions. 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The squared silhouette with its pronounced brow line provides structured coverage while complementing oval, round, and heart-shaped faces with a bold, balanced profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1254\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes AZYR Specs case and cleaning cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mirage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53694257823928,"sku":"SPC1337","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_4681.jpg?v=1783088680"},{"product_id":"1980s-fendi-sunglasses-archive-0335","title":"1980s Fendi Sunglasses | Archive 0335","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA sculptural tortoiseshell acetate frame is elevated by dramatic gold-tone temple accents and a distinctive arrow-shaped bridge, creating a silhouette that feels unmistakably Italian. Newly fitted brown lenses deepen the warm palette, giving the frame a rich, sunlit character that echoes Fendi's bold approach to luxury design. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eArchitectural yet elegant, this one-of-one piece embodies the confident glamour that defined the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e FS 130 (905)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e New brown lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51-12-135\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FENDI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53694551261368,"sku":"SPC1340","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_4697.jpg?v=1783092939"},{"product_id":"1980s-vintage-sunglasses-archive-0212","title":"1980s Vintage Sunglasses | Archive 0212","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare 1980s French frame featuring a compact geometric silhouette with a distinctive purple and black checkered finish. The design is preserved with its original purple lenses, highlighting the bold material treatments and expressive acetate styling associated with the era.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alba\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original black lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53713589141688,"sku":"SPC1341","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_5192.jpg?v=1783431830"},{"product_id":"1980s-grueneyes-sunglasses-archive-0241","title":"1980s Grueneyes Sunglasses | Archive 0241","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare 1980s frame featuring a compact wide silhouette with a sculpted translucent purple construction. The design is finished with newly fitted gray tinted lenses, highlighting its distinctive shape and preserved vintage archive character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e RLS 023 (215)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e New gray polarized lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e49-19-140\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1980s eyewear design explored expressive frame shapes, bold acetate forms, and experimental color applications. This frame reflects the era through its dimensional translucent construction, curved profile, and distinctive proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grueneyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53713926291640,"sku":"SPC1347","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_0638.jpg?v=1783437860"},{"product_id":"1980s-jean-lafont-frames-archive-0221","title":"1980s Jean Lafont Frames | Archive 0221","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare Jean Lafont frame from the 1980s, produced in France with a compact wide silhouette and layered acetate construction. The frame features a distinctive black and green color combination, sculpted edges, and an open lens-ready format while maintaining its preserved vintage character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magda (616)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empty, ready for custom lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-15-140\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJean Lafont Eyewear from this period is recognized for expressive use of color, unique acetate combinations, and distinctive French frame design. This frame reflects 1980s design direction through its layered construction, angular profile, and contrasting material details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean Lafont","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53713976656056,"sku":"SPC1348","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_9967.jpg?v=1783438813"},{"product_id":"1980s-paloma-picasso-frames-archive-0338","title":"1980s Paloma Picasso Frames | Archive 0338","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare Paloma Picasso frame from the 1980s featuring a refined mixed-material construction with a soft geometric silhouette. The design includes delicate metal detailing, patterned lower rim accents, and an open lens-ready format while preserving its vintage archive character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3826 (48)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original demo lenses, ready for custom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadstock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57-16-135\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaloma Picasso, daughter of Pablo Picasso, established herself as a designer in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, first gaining recognition for her bold, sculptural jewellery before extending her artistic language into fashion accessories. Her designs are characterized by strong geometric forms, graphic contrasts, and an expressive approach influenced by art, architecture, and her own visual sensibility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaloma Picasso eyewear emerged by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1980s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with surviving examples from the decade demonstrating the same sculptural proportions and distinctive decorative language seen in her jewellery. Much of the vintage eyewear was produced in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reflecting the country’s important role in European designer eyewear manufacturing during the period, while surviving French-made examples also exist. The bold acetate patterns, architectural metal details, and statement silhouettes of vintage Paloma Picasso frames capture the designer’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egraphic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eand artistic approach to eyewear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paloma Picasso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53714058608824,"sku":"SPC1349","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/1-IMG_9956.jpg?v=1783440535"},{"product_id":"1980s-gianfranco-ferre-frames-archive-0081","title":"1980s Gianfranco Ferré Frames | Archive 0081","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare Gianfranco Ferré optical frame from the 1980s, produced in Italy and preserved in its original archive form. 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Trained as an architect before turning to clothing, Ferré brought a strong sense of structure, proportion, and construction to his designs—earning him the nickname “the architect of fashion.” His work often balanced sharp tailoring and sculptural forms with luxurious fabrics, dramatic proportions, and an interest in the relationship between clothing and the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerré’s career expanded significantly in the 1980s and ’90s, including his appointment as artistic director of \u003cstrong\u003eChristian Dior\u003c\/strong\u003e from 1989 to 1996. His own label continued to develop a distinct language of polished Italian glamour, moving between severe, masculine tailoring and highly feminine, almost theatrical silhouettes. 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