This summer everyone is wearing retro specs and we’ve got some fab styles to perfect your vintage style. These are our top picks:RoundRound glasses are a tricky trend to pull off but will always be the ultimate retro classics. We love the U26 for its neat, narrow frame in a choice of black or tortoiseshell- one of our biggest bestsellers! BrowlineBrowline styles are a celebrity favourite and add a great vintage twist. Choose from bold angular styles like the Podium Alice for £110 or th… Continue reading →

Our favourite Romeo is back as Leonardo DiCaprio takes to the big screen in Baz Luhrmann’s much-anticipated release of The Great Gatsby. Starring alongside Carey Mulligan, the whole cast has been styled in Luhrmann’s trademark flamboyant glamour.
We’ve taken a closer look at some of the emerging 1920s trends:Jay Gatsby (Leo) wears a pair of round vintage sunglasses in brown acetate. We love the A185 for this style. With a dark brown lens tint, these would make a perfect pair o… Continue reading →

People in ancient times wore eye glasses for a multitude of reasons, in fact they wore them not as visual aids, as the technology wasn't there yet.  Instead they wore them to conceal their expressions, protect against harsh environments and for many other reasons. One thing is for sure, the aura of prestige, power and intelligence that glasses bestow upon the wearer is deeply rooted in history.  

Inuit PeopleThe Inuit or Eskimo people of the Arctic can be credited for the world's fi… Continue reading →

The retro theme has never been hotter on the world’s finest catwalks than it is this season. From 1920s retro styles to later styles as echoed in Mad Men, the retro vibe is alive and kicking. We take a look at a few pieces from the eyewear market’s take on this key trend.

1920s
Our very own U26 features a stunning retro frame with inspiration hailing from the 1920s; the time where fashion was entering the modern era and women were breaking boundaries with their … Continue reading →