“Miles Davis” 1980s Alpina Sunglasses

The Alpina M1 reflects the bold architectural direction of late 1980s eyewear design. Its sculptural proportions and tinted lenses evoke the expressive silhouettes worn by Miles Davis during his electric era, when fashion, nightlife, and music culture increasingly overlapped.

Stamped “Made in W Germany,” this piece was produced prior to German reunification, a period especially regarded for precision engineering and durable eyewear construction.

Designer: Alpina
Frame Model: M1
Lenses: Original grey lenses
Decade: 1980s
Country of Origin: West Germany
Condition: Vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with time and wear

Journey:

Recovered from the archive of Marta, an 85 year old collector whose eyewear journeys spanned decades across Europe and the Americas.

Design Context:

During the 1980s, Alpina became known for oversized silhouettes and expressive styling worn by musicians, athletes, and cultural figures alike. West German production from this era remains especially sought after for its craftsmanship and distinctive proportions.

Fit Description:

Best suited for medium to larger face shapes seeking a strong, structured silhouette with presence.

Includes AZYR Specs case and cleaning cloth.