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French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses Jean-François Rey from the 90s
Vintage sunglasses Jean-François Rey from the 90s

Vintage sunglasses Jean-François Rey from the 90s

Located in Paris, FR

French eyewear design from that era. True to the brand’s creative approach, this model combines refined

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses by Hiero from the 90s
Vintage sunglasses by Hiero from the 90s

Vintage sunglasses by Hiero from the 90s

Located in Paris, FR

Frame signed Hiero, representative of French eyewear design from the 1990s, a decade defined by

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1990s Japanese French Retro Eyewear

Vintage Jean-François Rey from 1990s
Vintage Jean-François Rey from 1990s

Vintage Jean-François Rey from 1990s

Located in Paris, FR

of French eyewear manufacturing, these sunglasses demonstrate the traditional craftsmanship and

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses BOZ from the 1990s
Vintage sunglasses BOZ from the 1990s

Vintage sunglasses BOZ from the 1990s

Located in Paris, FR

of French eyewear craftsmanship, these sunglasses reflect the traditional expertise and attention to

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey forme the 90's
Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey forme the 90's

Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey forme the 90's

Located in Paris, FR

and innovative design concepts. Handmade in the Jura region, the historic center of French eyewear

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses by jean-François Rey from the 1990s
Vintage sunglasses by jean-François Rey from the 1990s

Vintage sunglasses by jean-François Rey from the 1990s

Located in Paris, FR

eyewear pieces. Handmade in the Jura region, the historic center of French eyewear craftsmanship, these

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Amazing 1960s Oversized Tortoiseshell French Sunglasses by Shysseidon
Amazing 1960s Oversized Tortoiseshell French Sunglasses by Shysseidon

Amazing 1960s Oversized Tortoiseshell French Sunglasses by Shysseidon

Located in Aci Castello, IT

and attention to detail typical of mid-century French eyewear. They’re perfect for collectors, vintage

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Mid-20th Century French French Retro Eyewear

1960s French Riviera Style Amazing French Oversized Sunglasses
1960s French Riviera Style Amazing French Oversized Sunglasses

1960s French Riviera Style Amazing French Oversized Sunglasses

Located in Aci Castello, IT

vintage French eyewear craftsmanship. The lenses are lightly shade as common in vintage pieces. Exudes

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Mid-20th Century French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage sunglasses from the 90's, crazy shape, made in France
Vintage sunglasses from the 90's, crazy shape, made in France

Vintage sunglasses from the 90's, crazy shape, made in France

Located in Paris, FR

spirit of the 1990s. Made entirely by hand in the workshops of the Jura region the heartland of French

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage Thierry Mugler sunglasses - 1990 - Made in France
Vintage Thierry Mugler sunglasses - 1990 - Made in France

Vintage Thierry Mugler sunglasses - 1990 - Made in France

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Paris, FR

piece, it will delight lovers of fashion, design, and exceptional French eyewear. FRANCAIS : Lunettes

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s
Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s

Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Authentic 1980s Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case – Made in France. A refined accessory from

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco French Retro Eyewear

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Leather

Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey from the 90's
Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey from the 90's

Vintage sunglasses by Jean-François Rey from the 90's

Located in Paris, FR

enhances the overall design. Handcrafted in the Jura region, the historic center of French eyewear

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1990s French Retro Eyewear

Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles
Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles

Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Thierry Mugler Mask Sunglasses – 1990s - made in France design Embodying the bold

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles
Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles

Thierry Mugler vintage eyewear from 1990s - Courcelles

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Thierry Mugler Mask Sunglasses – 1990s - made in France design Embodying the bold

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Vintage eyewear from Thierry Mugler - Mask - Concorde 22
Vintage eyewear from Thierry Mugler - Mask - Concorde 22

Vintage eyewear from Thierry Mugler - Mask - Concorde 22

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Thierry Mugler Oversized Mask Sunglasses – 1990s made in France Design A striking creation

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

Jean Louis Scherrer Cat-Eye Vintage Sunglasses THERA 59/13 130 mm
Jean Louis Scherrer Cat-Eye Vintage Sunglasses THERA 59/13 130 mm

Jean Louis Scherrer Cat-Eye Vintage Sunglasses THERA 59/13 130 mm

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Rome, Rome

French eyewear - an expression of Jean Louis Scherrer's chic, confident femininity that still feels

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE
Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE

Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE

By Bourgeois

Located in Valencia, CA

in France in the 1980s. Bourgeois Eyewear is an established industry brand that has earned its

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Big Size French Georgio Armani Glasses Tortoise Shell Case
Big Size French Georgio Armani Glasses Tortoise Shell Case

Big Size French Georgio Armani Glasses Tortoise Shell Case

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

created by Armani for a designer eyewear shop in France, circa 1960.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern French Retro Eyewear

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Glass

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Pink Lenses Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Pink Lenses Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Pink Lenses Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

ISMENE (58/14 - 552), are a rare and radiant find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Crafted

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Red Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Red Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Red Sunglasses ISMENE 58/14 140mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

ISMENE (58/14 - 552), are a rare and radiant find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Crafted

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

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1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France
1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

1970s Celine Paris Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

France, in excellent condition. Lenses are clean with no scratches

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1970s French French Retro Eyewear

1950's Vintage Cat Eye Glasses - Made in France
1950's Vintage Cat Eye Glasses - Made in France

1950's Vintage Cat Eye Glasses - Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From Hotel de Ville's private collection, these vintage cat eye frames were made in France

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1950s French Retro Eyewear

1970s Vintage Emmanuel Khanh Sunglasses
1970s Vintage Emmanuel Khanh Sunglasses

1970s Vintage Emmanuel Khanh Sunglasses

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Eyewear has always been an iconic accessory in the History of Emmanuelle Khanh. It’s legendary

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1970s French French Retro Eyewear

1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Moderne Sunglasses
1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Moderne Sunglasses

1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Moderne Sunglasses

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Known as one of the most influential fashion designers of all time, French based Haute Couture and

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1970s French French Retro Eyewear

Les Belles de Paris Vintage Sunglasses Mod. 760/CW 60/15 120mm
Les Belles de Paris Vintage Sunglasses Mod. 760/CW 60/15 120mm

Les Belles de Paris Vintage Sunglasses Mod. 760/CW 60/15 120mm

Located in Rome, Rome

Exuding the charm of 1980s French eyewear, these Les Belles de Paris Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Large Mid-Century French Georgio Armani Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Case Factice
Large Mid-Century French Georgio Armani Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Case Factice

Large Mid-Century French Georgio Armani Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Case Factice

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Fayetteville, AR

eyewear shop in France, this large scale decorative object is sure to make a grand statement, circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century French French Retro Eyewear

Materials

Wire

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses VIRGILE 56/18 140mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses VIRGILE 56/18 140mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses VIRGILE 56/18 140mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

VIRGILE are a striking example of the Maison's flair for dramatic, statement-making eyewear. Crafted in

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Light Brown Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 54/14
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Light Brown Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 54/14

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Light Brown Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 54/14

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

SOPHOCLE, are a rare find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Handcrafted in France, the clear

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Brown Clear Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Brown Clear Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Brown Clear Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

SOPHOCLE, are a rare find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Handcrafted in France, the clear

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 58/14
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 58/14

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 58/14

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

SOPHOCLE, are a rare find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Handcrafted in France, the clear

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Grey White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Grey White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Grey White Sunglasses SOPHOCLE 56/14

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

SOPHOCLE, are a rare find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Handcrafted in France, the clear

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses GAUDE 58/17 140mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses GAUDE 58/17 140mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses GAUDE 58/17 140mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

Sunglasses GAUDE are a striking example of the Maison's flair for dramatic, statement eyewear. Made in France

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Yellow Sunglasses DANAOS 58/16 140mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Yellow Sunglasses DANAOS 58/16 140mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Yellow Sunglasses DANAOS 58/16 140mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

DANAOS (56/16 - 470), are a rare and radiant find from the golden age of French couture eyewear. Crafted

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses NAXOS 54/15 130mm
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses NAXOS 54/15 130mm

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly Sunglasses NAXOS 54/15 130mm

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Rome, Rome

Exuding the playful elegance of 1980s French couture, these Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Butterfly

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

ALAIN MIKLI Vintage Ivory SUNGLASSES 6309 609 EYEWEAR Shades EYEGLASSES
ALAIN MIKLI Vintage Ivory SUNGLASSES 6309 609 EYEWEAR Shades EYEGLASSES

ALAIN MIKLI Vintage Ivory SUNGLASSES 6309 609 EYEWEAR Shades EYEGLASSES

By Alain Mikli

Located in Rome, Rome

- Acetate ivory color frame - Gradient/Faded gray lenses - Frame made in France Any other

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Late 20th Century French French Retro Eyewear

Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE
Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE

Bourgeois aviator sunglasses red, FRANCE

By Bourgeois

Located in Valencia, CA

in France in the 1980s. Bourgeois Eyewear is an established industry brand that has earned its

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1980s French French Retro Eyewear

CARTIER PARIS leather trio wallet, key holder, and eyewear case
CARTIER PARIS leather trio wallet, key holder, and eyewear case

CARTIER PARIS leather trio wallet, key holder, and eyewear case

By Cartier

Located in Newport Beach, CA

CARTIER PARIS leather trio wallet, key holder, and eyewear case. Signature deep, red leather with

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

1950s Raybert Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France
1950s Raybert Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

1950s Raybert Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. _____________________________________________________________ Established in 2005, Hotel de Ville is the premier destination in Los Angeles for vintage and modern eyewear

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1950s French Retro Eyewear

Hotel de Ville Eyewear Black Cat, Made in France
Hotel de Ville Eyewear Black Cat, Made in France

Hotel de Ville Eyewear Black Cat, Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These are a pair of women's 50s cat frames. They are in great condition. They are a dark black in color. They have no lens in. Ready to have your Rx or sunglasses lens put in.

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1950s French French Retro Eyewear

1990s Beausoleil Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France
1990s Beausoleil Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

1990s Beausoleil Vintage Sunglasses - Made in France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Frederic Beausoleil created his first eyewear collection in 1987 in Paris. Today Frederic

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1990s French French Retro Eyewear

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French Retro Eyewear For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary French retro eyewear for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning gray, brown, beige and more. You’re likely to find the perfect French retro eyewear among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Argosol S.r.l. De Rigo, Guy Laroche and Alain Mikli are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a French Retro Eyewear?

On average, a French retro eyewear on 1stDibs sells for $189, while they’re typically $111 on the low end and $33,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Sunglasses for You

A pair of vintage designer sunglasses can be a game-changing finishing touch to your ensemble.

No matter your age or general fashion sensibility, wearing sunglasses may already be part of your regular outdoor routine owing to their practicality. Most sunglasses protect the eyes from harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays — and not merely on sunny days. Glasses that utilize color-enhancing lenses, which feature specific coatings or filter tints, can limit the amount of light coming through, while polarized lenses substantially reduce glare.

So while their usefulness is well known, let’s face it, a good pair of sunglasses can be stylish too.

People have been making a statement with iconic eyewear for a while — sunglasses garnered popularity with the Hollywood set in the early 1900s, when it wasn’t uncommon for a hip actress to be photographed in a pair of her sharpest shades.

Today, we’re still talking about the sunglasses that Audrey Hepburn — the original trendsetter — donned in the opening scene of 1961’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s. She emerges from the flagship store of the legendary luxury house referenced in the film’s title in a pair of glamorous dark tortoiseshell frames designed by London eyewear firm Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses. The brand was a keeper for Hepburn — in 1967, she famously wore a pair of Goldsmith’s Yuhu wraparound frames in the poster for Stanley Donen’s film Two for the Road.

Indeed, celebrities have long held sway in the sunglasses realm — perhaps you’ve opted for vintage Ray-Ban sunglasses because you’re enamored with Marilyn Monroe’s celebrated Wayfarers or you’ve taken to classic Aviators because actor Jon Hamm wore them in the nostalgic TV smash hit Mad Men. Good frames are a surefire way to take your style to the next level.

When shopping for the right pair of sunglasses, consider the color and shape of the frames (as well as the shape of your face), how dark or light the lenses are — or tint, if you’re leaning toward a chic gradient lens. Take your time, spring for more than one pair because different moods call for different shades and, while you’re at it, make sure you know how to spot a pair of fake Ray-Ban sunglasses before you make that purchase.

On 1stDibs, our collection of vintage designer sunglasses features classics from Gucci, Cartier, Chanel and other brands as well as a wide range that can be sorted by color — find sleek black sunglasses, brown pairs and a whole lot of other eye-catching options, whether it’s sunny outside or not.