A rounded oval silhouette finished in a layered multi-tortoise acetate. Preserved for decades before returning to circulation with new UV-protective lenses.
Designer: Hugo Boss Decade: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Frame Model: HB1152 Lenses: New UV-Protective Lenses Condition: Excellent Vintage. Minimal signs of age consistent with storage. Size: 50-20 Fit: Medium | Standard Fit
Provenance
Acquired from our collector in Brooklyn, New York.
Historical Context
Founded in Germany in 1924, Hugo Boss evolved into one of Europe's leading fashion houses through its emphasis on precise tailoring and understated design. The company entered the eyewear category in 1989 through a licensing agreement, expanding its accessories portfolio while maintaining the clean aesthetic associated with the brand.
Throughout the 1990s, Hugo Boss eyewear was produced in Italy under license, combining German design principles with Italian eyewear manufacturing.
Includes an AZYR Specs case and microfiber cleaning cloth.
