New Vintage Anglo American Eyewear " LIPS " Rubi Red Sunglasses
By Anglo American Optical
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Highly collectable sunglasses signed by English Anglo American Optical. New Vintage Anglo American
New Vintage Anglo American Eyewear " LIPS " Rubi Red Sunglasses
By Anglo American Optical
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Highly collectable sunglasses signed by English Anglo American Optical. New Vintage Anglo American
$500
H 27 in W 28 in
COMMODORE Signed Lithograph, Ship Officer Portrait Uniform Sunglasses Gold Stars
By Robin Morris
Located in Union City, NJ
sunglasses, red lips, airbrushed cheek, beige taupe uniform embellished with metallic gold stars and violet
Lithograph
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Bright Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Bright Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses Measurements: Frame
1970's PIERRE CARDIN tortoise 'lips' sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare tortoise round sunglasses with frames in the shape of lips designed by Pierre Cardin
Sold
H 27 in W 28 in
COMMODORE Signed Lithograph, Ship Officer Portrait Uniform Sunglasses Gold Stars
By Robin Morris
Located in Union City, NJ
commodore in profile. The Commodore makes a bold graphic statement - the dark sunglasses, red lips
Lithograph
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Yellow Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Yellow Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses Measurements: Frame
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "LIPS" Light Tortoise Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "LIPS" Light Tortoise Sunglasses Measurements: Frame Height
Vintage Anglo American Optical "LIPS" Gradient Sunglasses 1970 England
By Anglo American Optical
Located in HOUTEN, NL
Rare collectable "LIPS" gradient sunglasses created by Anglo American Optical. An amazing eye
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Camouflage Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
% Authentic PIERRE CARDIN from its iconic "KISS" collection. - Oversized lip shape sunglasses in green and
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Black Oversized Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
: - 100% Authentic PIERRE CARDIN from its iconic "KISS" collection. - Oversized lip shape sunglasses in
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Dark Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Dark Tortoise Oversized Sunglasses Measurements: Frame
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2005 Vintage Silk Runway Mini Dress Coral Leopard
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Roberto Cavalli SS05 Vintage Runway Leopard and Coral Print Popover style 100% silk Size Small Excellent Vintage Condition, minor feeling of wear FINAL SALE
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
$5,597Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
RARE Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2003 Pink Embroidered Kimono Clutch Bag Purse
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE „KIMONO“ Bag by TOM FORD for GUCCI SS 2003 Very rare and exclusive GUCCI signature piece Collector's Item! Pink frayed, layered silk Black hand-embroidery Mat black t...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
$18,945
Size: FR42 - UK14 - US10
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Tweed Cinched Gilet Jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Christian Dior by John Galliano gilet from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection is crafted from vibrant pink tweed with subtle multicolor flecks. The vest design features a high funn...
1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Nylon Mesh Trim Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black nylon skirt from Gucci, designed by Tom Ford for the 1999 collection. This minimal a-line silhouette is finished with a sheer black mesh trim at the hem. Approxim...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Crocodile White Two-Tone Dragon Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this white and brown two-tone crocodile bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious mus...
$15,562
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Métiers d'Art 'Paris-London' Lesage Tweed Coat, PF 2008
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Chanel ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Collection: Métiers d'Art, 'Paris-London', Pre-Fall 2008 ▪ Fabric 1: Tweed, 52% Wool, 45% Silk, 2% Viscose, 1% Polyester ▪ Fabri...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Women's Evening Pants with Matching Beaded Shoulder Bag S/S 2000 Collection Designer size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Zebra Design, Fully Beaded in Black, Gr...
Vintage Issey Miyake Men IM 401 Spiderweb Made in Japan Sunglasses
By Issey Miyake
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare Pair Of Vintage Issey Miyake Im 401 Spiderwb Like Cut Out Lenses On A Silver Matte Frame. After Almost 40 Years, Issey Miyake Designed And Produced In The 1980'S Still Remains ...
Alexander McQueen Gold-Tone Chain Mini Dress, SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Mini dress by Alexander McQueen from the Spring-Summer 2006 collection, constructed from meticulously applied gold-tone metal chainwork over a power mesh base structure. The fitted s...
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.