1990s Escada by Margaretha Ley Camel Cashmere Bend Double Breasted 90s Blazer
By Escada, Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
The pictured vintage MERCURA NYC flying monkey sunglasses and Yves Saint Laurent YSL top are also available in my 1stdibs shop.
$596Sale Price|25% Off
1980s Black Leather Embossed Dolman Sleeve Vintage 80s Moto Jacket Medium
Located in San Diego, CA
The pictured vintage Mercura NYC flying monkey sunglasses are also available in my 1stdibs Shop.
Rare Vintage Mercura Unisex Flying Monkeys Black and Gold 1990s Round Sunglasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Mercura sunglasses are highly sought after, and are extremely hard to find!
Rare Vintage Mercura Novelty ' Pianos + Horns + Music Notes ' Unisex Sunglasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare, and absolutely amazing vintage MERCURA unisex sunglasses! These glasses feature an amazing amount of detail.
Vintage MERCURA NYC Flying Monkeys Novelty Unisex Aviator Sunglasses Glasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage MERCURA NYC flying monkey novelty aviator sunglasses !
Rare Vintage Mercura 1990s Light Brown Gold Studded Asymmetrical Sunglasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible 90s MERCURA one-of-a-king tortoiseshell rectangle unisex glasses! Features asymmetrical gold stud balls on each side; three vertically placed on the left frame, ...
Vintage Mercura NYC Rihanna Clear + Rhinestone Jackie O 60s Style Sunglasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare, and Rihanna favorite, MERCURA NYC novelty sunglasses ! These glasses are everything !
Rare Vintage Mercura Unisex Gold Brass Flying Monkeys Novelty Aviator Sunglasses
Located in San Diego, CA
I have had these rare vintage MERCURA unisex sunglasses once before, and they sold instantly!
Mercura NYC Poodle Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rad pair of cat-eye sunglasses from Mercura NYC featuring a poodle motif across the lenses.
Mercura Tropical Flowers and Fruit Cat Eye Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A knock-out pair of statement sunglasses from Mercura Fine Art, featuring an exaggerated cat-eye shape embellished with dimensional, colorful fruit and flowers.
Mecura NYC Pearl Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary sunglasses from Mercura NYC have graduated pearl detailing.
Mecura NYC Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary sunglasses from Mercura NYC feature violet cabochons with scrolling gold-toned metal accents.
Mecura NYC Cat Eye Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary cat eye sunglasses from Mercura NYC have pearl and silver-toned filigree detailing.
$8,750
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Deconstructed Embroidered Skirt, fw 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior Skirt ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Crafted from luxurious raw silk featuring a captivating dyed striped print in enchanting hues ...
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 88 Pinstripe Tailored Skirt Suit w Lace Eagle Appliqué
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Spring 1988 Jean Paul Gaultier two-piece tailored suit in cream wool with fine vertical pinstripes. Produced under the Japanese licensing line, known for high-quality construction an...
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic! Features the most luxurious soft viscose rayon that drapes the body so beautifully. Dolman ...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this sleek wet-look strapless dress for her Spring/Summer 1998 Gianni Versace collection. This chic, form-fitting dress debuted on the runway, modeled by N...
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Mini Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Gold Mini Dress Look 31 from the Spring 2012 Collection by Peter Dundas. Size: IT 40 Condition: Unworn with addi...
Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite early 90s sequin gown! Features thousands of pale pink micro sequins throughout the dress, with crystal embellishments at sleeves, bust, and back. Beautiful mermaid silhoue...
Versace Silk Halter Dress with Embroidery
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine stretch silk halter dress from Versace with a colorful pink lily print on a turquoise background. The halter neck and bust area are comprised of intricate silk cord f...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Size: Medium
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress Designer size - L ( run small, please check measurements ). Black Stretch Jersey, Double Layered Skirt, Simple Slip On. Measurements: W...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
Thierry Mugler Silk Corset Dramatic Sculptural Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Collectors piece. Dramatic pure Silk bustier, assuming Spring 1985 Collection. A masterpiece of sartorial artistry by the legend Mister Mugler...
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.
This simple move can jazz up any outfit without bringing on the heat.
Sunglasses were a constant for Bob Dylan in real life and in the film.
The actress and style icon wore the 1960s frames while shooting on location in the French Riviera.
Of the million-plus items on 1stdibs, some seem to have transcended time, looking as fresh today as when they were first produced. The pieces highlighted on our new Iconic Designs page stand out for longevity, functionality and quality of design and manufacture — just the tonic for the present unsettled moment.