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Hailing from a region celebrated for its meticulous industrial heritage, the label carved out a unique niche by experimenting with unconventional materials like lightweight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eaerospace-grade aluminum frames.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brand’s signature aesthetic seamlessly blends Austrian technical precision with an intellectual, vintage-inspired minimalism. Characterized by clean structural lines and perfectly balanced geometry, their frames reflect a refined sense of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003equiet luxury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and functional artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54114449359032,"sku":"ALI-0926-34","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_3311_381408fc-52ba-4485-bf97-b4e85bcdd882.jpg?v=1792600600"},{"product_id":"1980s-hollisters-frames-archive-0535","title":"1980s Hollisters Frames | Archive 0535","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hollisters H Raymond captures the bold, sculptural character of 1980s eyewear design. Its oversized rectangular silhouette features softly rounded corners, a gently curved brow, and a distinctive narrow bridge, creating a balanced profile with generous proportions. 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The brand developed its identity around youthful clothing, beach-inspired graphics, and an easygoing aesthetic designed for everyday wear. Hollister entered eyewear in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e through a collection developed with Italian eyewear company Marcolin, marking its first dedicated optical and sunglasses range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe collection features classic metal and acetate silhouettes, subtle logo placement, and signature dual-rivet details that connect the frames to the brand’s clothing. Its emphasis on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomfort and inclusive fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is reflected in multiple frame sizes, lightweight acetate, and carefully designed nose pads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hollisters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319340552376,"sku":"AZYR-1026-28","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2692.jpg?v=1792085213"},{"product_id":"1970s-foremost-optical-frames-archive-0536","title":"1970s Foremost Optical Frames | Archive 0536","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Foremost frame captures the bold, sculptural character of 1970s eyewear design. Its oversized rounded-square silhouette features softly curved lower edges, a broad upper line, and gently angular outer corners, creating a distinctive balance between rounded and geometric forms. 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The brand became particularly associated with substantial plastic frames, including the Hi-Note and Bowler models, which reflected the mid-century preference for strong, well-defined silhouettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts designs featured broad temples, prominent hinges, and warm tortoiseshell or solid-colour finishes, combining practical construction with understated character. These \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid-century styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offered a distinctive alternative to the slim metal frames also popular during the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foremost Optical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319340585144,"sku":"AZYR-1026-29","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2700.jpg?v=1792167549"},{"product_id":"1980s-diane-von-furstenberg-frames-archive-0537","title":"1980s Diane Von Furstenberg Frames | Archive 0537","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diane von Furstenberg Nicole 2 captures the bold, expressive character of 1980s eyewear design. Its oversized rounded-square silhouette features softly curved contours, a gently arched brow, and generous proportions that create a distinctive, balanced profile. The translucent amber-brown frame reveals warm honey and caramel tones, while the contrasting dark accents along the outer lens edges add definition and visual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicole 2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Austria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empty, ready for custom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55-17-130\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\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Diane von Furstenberg built an international fashion identity around confident femininity, bold prints, and versatile designs, becoming especially renowned for her iconic wrap dress. The designer first introduced eyewear in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1970s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, later returning to the category with a dedicated collection launched in 2010 through a partnership with Marchon Eyewear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe collection translated DVF’s signature aesthetic into glasses through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebold silhouettes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, vibrant colours, and distinctive motifs inspired by the wrap dress, graphic prints, and decorative symbols.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diane Von Furstenberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319340650680,"sku":"AZYR-1026-30","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2718.jpg?v=1792113235"},{"product_id":"1980s-lion-in-the-sun-sunglasses-archive-0538","title":"1980s Lion In The Sun Sunglasses | Archive 0538","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lion In The Sun frame captures the bold, sculptural character of 1980s eyewear design. Its oversized rounded-square silhouette features gently curved corners, a broad upper line, and a distinctive central bridge, creating a balanced profile with generous proportions. The rich tortoiseshell acetate combines deep brown, amber, and honey-toned markings, adding warmth and depth to the polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew burnt yellow lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge\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\u003eLion In The Sun is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elittle-documented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e eyewear name, and reliable historical records confirming its origins as an American optical brand remain limited. Available trademark records for the exact phrase do not establish a confirmed connection to an eyewear manufacturer or provide a reliable production date. Without verified examples or archival references, its original design direction and manufacturing history cannot be established confidently.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual frames may offer clues through their materials, lens shapes, hinge construction, and manufacturer markings, helping place them within a broader period of American eyewear design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lion In The Sun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319341043896,"sku":"AZYR-1026-31","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_3345.jpg?v=1792600939"},{"product_id":"1980s-carlo-alberto-frames-archive-0539","title":"1980s Carlo Alberto Frames | Archive 0539","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Carlo Alberto 2002 captures the bold, architectural character of 1980s Italian eyewear design. Its oversized rectangular silhouette features a strong, straight brow, softly angled corners, and distinctive tapered lower edges, creating a dramatic profile with generous proportions. The rich brown and marble-patterned frame combines deep burgundy-brown tones with subtle lighter variations, adding depth and texture to the polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2002 Brown\/Marble 18\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses: \u003c\/strong\u003eEmpty, ready for custom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarlo Alberto is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elittle-documented Italian eyewear label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e associated with vintage optical frames from the 1980s, reflecting the expressive design culture of Italy’s fashion-eyewear industry. Surviving examples include the Diana model, bearing a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1986 design marking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and featuring oversized geometric proportions, angular detailing, and distinctive colour finishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther documented styles, such as the Ranger, incorporate substantial acetate construction and warm tobacco tones, demonstrating a more understated approach to vintage styling. The collection reflects a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebold yet refined aesthetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, balancing sculptural silhouettes with wearable proportions and carefully considered materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carlo Alberto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319341076664,"sku":"AZYR-1026-32","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2746_645b3997-24cd-4564-9836-e03dca1f8871.jpg?v=1792170210"},{"product_id":"1990s-l-a-eyeworks-frames-archive-0540","title":"1990s l.a. Eyeworks Frames | Archive 0540","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe l.a. Eyeworks Metro captures the bold, artistic character of 1990s eyewear design. Its rounded silhouette features softly curved lenses, a gently sculpted brow, and substantial outer corners, creating a distinctive profile with a strong architectural presence. The black acetate frame is covered in an intricate linear pattern of alternating dark and lighter-toned stripes, giving the surface a textured, almost graphic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metro (673)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empty, ready for custom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 49-22-140\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 Los Angeles in 1979 by lifelong friends Barbara McReynolds and Gai Gherardi, l.a.Eyeworks redefined what eyewear could be. At a time when glasses were largely treated as medical devices, the duo championed them as wearable art—bold expressions of individuality rather than something to hide behind. Their philosophy, \"A face is like a work of art. It deserves a great frame,\" became one of the most iconic statements in optical history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstantly recognizable for sculptural silhouettes, fearless color palettes, and unconventional proportions, l.a.Eyeworks helped establish Los Angeles as a global center for independent eyewear design. Every frame begins as a hand-drawn sketch before being meticulously handcrafted in Japan or Italy, balancing artistic experimentation with exceptional craftsmanship. More than four decades later, the brand remains one of the most influential independent eyewear houses in the world, inspiring generations of designers to see glasses not as accessories, but as a celebration of identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"l.a. Eyeworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319341174968,"sku":"AZYR-1026-33","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_2757_e689905e-08de-492b-aff0-7c35314f2ad0.jpg?v=1792235460"},{"product_id":"1990s-autoptics-frames-archive-0541","title":"1990s Autoptics Frames | Archive 0541","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Autoptics Trend Set-4 reflects the clean, understated character of 1990s Italian eyewear design. Its slim rectangular silhouette features gently rounded lower corners, a straight upper line, and softly curved outer edges, creating a balanced profile with a subtle aviator-inspired influence. The fine dark metallic frame gives the design a streamlined appearance, while the contrasting silver-toned bridge adds a delicate detail to the otherwise restrained construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trend Set-4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empty, ready for custom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e50-20-140 | Small\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eHailing from Italy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAutoptics\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e carved out a unique space in the optical landscape by capturing the era's transitioning fashion values. 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Today, vintage Carrera frames remain highly sought after for their technical ingenuity, unmistakable silhouettes, and enduring influence on both sport and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[One of the earliest adopters of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptyl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a revolutionary epoxy resin that was lighter, hypoallergenic, and retained its shape better than conventional acetate.]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54357915959480,"sku":"AZYR-1026-69","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8814\/4312\/files\/IMG_3187.jpg?v=1792305385"},{"product_id":"1980s-diplomat-kids-sunglasses-archive-0605","title":"1980s Diplomat Kids Sunglasses | Archive 0605","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diplomat Adam captures the bold, sculptural character of 1980s eyewear design. 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Beginning with menswear and the Polo shirt, Lauren drew from Ivy League tailoring, English country dress, equestrian culture, Hollywood, Westernwear, and classic American sportswear, continually reshaping these references across different eras and collections. His influence extended beyond clothing into interiors, advertising, retail, and film, including his costume design for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Great Gatsby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1974), helping establish a recognizable Ralph Lauren world that felt simultaneously nostalgic and aspirational.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the 1980s and ’90s, that world had expanded dramatically through lines such as Polo Sport, RRL, Polo Country, and Purple Label, each presenting a different facet of the Lauren universe—from athletic and technical clothing to rugged Americana and formal luxury. 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Its oversized aviator silhouette features broad, softly squared lenses, gently rounded lower edges, and a distinctive double-bridge construction that creates a structured, architectural profile. 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