Mens Designer Sunglasses

 

Tom Ford

In 2005 the brand Tom Ford was created and in the same year the Tom Ford Eyewear division was introduced. Since then the American designer’s range of sunglasses have gained an elite celebrity following that includes Brad Pitt. Due to Tom Ford’s unmistakable, high-end sunglasses that merge directional designs with intricate detailing.

This eclectic brand treats us to a luxe and edgy collection every season, making it the failsafe favourite in exclusive eyewear.

 

Oakley

Oakley has become one of the most sought after brands on the planet. When someone is searching for the perfect ophthalmic frame, it's all about telling the world who they are.  Oakley frames let style make a statement while the Oakley innovation speaks to every need. 

The Oakley ophthalmic collections blend durable, lightweight materials with the all-day comfort of a perfect Three-Point Fit.  Oakley turns form into function because the way you see is just as important as the way you look.

 

Dior

The fashion house of Christian Dior was founded in the 1940s. The brand Christian Dior is more commonly referred to now simply as 'Dior'. Dior is recognised as one of the most famous designer brands of all time and is known for their wide range of merchandise; retailing in clothing, accessories and perfumery. Dior is a symbol of luxury and they retail in one hundred and sixty boutiques globally.

Dior is one of the few fashion houses that produce stylish eyewear for men as well as women. Dior men's eyewear range is perfect for men looking for distinguished, stylish frames. The collection contains classical frames with a meticulous attention to detail and which will continue to look great year after year.

Dior women's frames and sunglasses are symbolic of Belle Époque, and these latest collections of poetic, romantic frames are a contemporary version of this golden era. Dior frames and sunglasses are considered among the most coveted haute couture frames in the world and are synonymous with Dior's style, beauty and class.

Dior dominate the market with their vintage inspired designs and their unique interpretations. The Dior women's eyewear collection contains some very bold pieces that make a daring statement. Some of the colours and tones used are vivid and dazzling whereas others are darker or more neutral but all are luscious and opulent. These colours have then been incorporated into designs which perfectly accentuate Dior's sumptuous characteristics.

Dior frames and sunglasses are Italian made and come with either a Dior case or Dior pouch and a Dior cleaning cloth.

 

Persol

Persol was created in Italy in 1917 by Giuseppe Ratti, and designed originally for pilots and sports drivers. The name is derived from 'per il sole' - for the sun. Persol is one of the longest standing sunglass brands in the world. Persol was introduced into the USA in 1962 and opened its first boutique there in Rodeo Drive, Los Angeles in 1991. Their success is primarily due to their high quality and irresistible Italian style.

Walk down any street in Italy on a sunny day and there will be countless men sporting their Persol's with pride. Persol is a timeless, classically Italian look. The styles incorporate the distinctive silver arrow head on the hinge making the glasses and sunglasses unique and instantly recognisable.

Persol made an appearance in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', being worn by Daniel Craig. They have also featured in 'Miami Vice' and 'The Sopranos'. One of the most iconic images of Persol sunglasses can be seen in the movie 'La Dolce Vita' where Marcello Mastroianni wears a pair of Persol in almost every scene of the movie.

Persol sunglasses are favoured by celebrities such as Pierce Brosnan and Chris Brown who were both pictured recently wearing Persol model PO0714, which is one of the most popular styles being worn in Hollywood right now.  Persol appeals to women as well as men and Heidi Klum is currently wearing Persol model PO0649.  Irresistible Italian style, Persol is truly of the moment.

Whilst Persol is world renowned for its sunglasses, their range of ophthalmic glasses is also superb and has wide appeal to men looking for frames which are classical yet distinctive. Persol frames depict tradition, style and high quality combined with technological perfection and a love for detail.

 

Maui Jim

It's pretty predictable, hand people a pair of MJ's, they'll put them on and suddenly they sound like spectators at a fireworks show. 'Wow, ohhh, wow!!!' A Maui Jim ambassador is born.

Maui Jim's patented technology sunglass lenses wipe out glare completely and inject the view with colour, clarity and contrast. It's not without good reason that they have been described as the best sunglass lenses in the world. Their unique design affords you maximum protection against the damaging UV rays. The Maui Jim PolarizedPlus technology incorporates a waterproof coating and a polarising filter that absorbs 99.9% of reflected glare, maximising the amount of light reaching the eyes so it sees in detail and interprets colour with maximum impact. The biogradient mirror reflects all direct glare, 'squints' for you by eliminating overhead and reflective glare. The Anti-reflective treatment catches and absorbs all bounce-back glare. With glare out of the way, colour bursts in and you will see the world in a whole new light.

Maui Jim sunglasses are available with or without prescription lenses. Come to The Big Optician and try them for yourself � you won�t be disappointed! They are the highest quality prescription sunglasses on the market today. Bold statement. So true.

 

Versace

Versace is an Italian fashion label founded by Gianni Versace in 1978 and it is now one of the world’s leading fashion houses. Versace glasses and sunglasses are an integral part of their collections.

Sadly Gianni Versace was killed in 1997.  His sister Donatella Versace, formerly Vice President, then stepped in as Versace’s Creative Director and his older brother Santo became CEO. 

Versace has many fans amongst the celebrity A listers including: Jennifer Lopez; Elton John; Beyonce: Elizabeth Hurley; Axl Rose and the late Princess Diana was a close friend of Gianni as well as wearing his designs. The late rap artist Tupac Shakir was also a Versace model and other rappers have been known to name-check Versace especially the Notorious B.I.G.

The Big Optician has an extensive range of Versace glasses and sunglasses. The women’s range of Versace glasses tends to be quite ornate, with excellent use of colour and often using crystals for extra adornment.  The famous Medusa head is used in many of the Versace spectacle and sunglass styles.

 

D & G

D & G is the more casual part of the Dolce and Gabanna design house. D & G follows urban inspiration and attempts to set trends rather than follow them. It is the young, edgy more flamboyant line within the Dolce and Gabanna family.

D & G eyewear collections include sunglasses and ophthalmic frames for men and women.

 

Dolce and Gabanna

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabanna are a world famous fashion duo who formed in Milan in 1985 and have since dominated the fashion scene. They design clothes and accessories which represent glamour and its very best and their designs are worn by Fergie, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Kylie and Victoria Beckham.

Dolce and Gabanna produce more expensive luxury items and have a love of incorporating animal prints into many of their designs. Their pieces can conversely be formal and timeless.

The Dolce and Gabanna women's eyewear collections are nothing if not vivacious with fabulous use of animal print acetates and crystals to create eyewear which is glamorous and anything but subtle. In terms of their men's collections, Dolce and Gabanna eyewear is fresh and understated and tends to be featured extensively in fashion and style magazines such as GQ and Esquire.

 

Emporio Armani

Emporio Armani is the more accessible label from the Giorgio Armani fashion house. Emporio Armani is a more youthful, contemporary take on its 'older sibling'. It tends to be distinctively edgy and the eagle logo is instantly recognisable the world over.

The eyewear collection contains some bold and daring designs targeted primarily at the under 40 age group. The eyewear collection includes spectacle frames and sunglasses in male, female and unisex styles. Most of the Emporio Armani sunglasses stocked at The Big Optician can be fitted with prescription lenses. Emporio Armani often has a more modest approach to its eyewear designs and thus it is very wearable. This is one of the many reasons that the brand has become so popular with men and women. It gives out a message of understated style and taste while tending to steer away from the garish and bold colours. The collection is ever changing, and The Big Optician stocks only the most current Emporio Armani eyewear styles.