Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Optical Affairs - Series 6559 - transparent - sunglasses - 1993
By Optical Affairs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Optical Affairs Series 6559 transparent acetate sunglasses with grey lenses. outsized chic aviator
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1990s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
new 1970's JACQUES ESTEREL oversized yellow transparent sunglasses
By Jacques Esterel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Oversized transparent yellow acetate sunglasses with brown gradient lenses from Jacques Esterel
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1970s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Rare Vintage Pierre Marly Sourcilla S GM Clear 1960's Sunglasses
By Pierre Marly
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare Pierre Marly Sourcilla transparent sunglasses. Spotless mauve lenses.
Amazing clear frame
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1960s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Gucci Sunglasses 90s
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Bressanone, IT
Gucci sunglasses color transparent/grey.
Condition:
Really good.
Packing/accessories:
Case.
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1990s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Cazal 1980s 951 Gold Tone Sunglasses
By Cazal
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, adding a touch of glamour to the frames.
Additionally, the sunglasses feature transparent brown shields
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1980s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Givenchy Paris Vintage Brown Women Sunglasses mod SG01 COL 02
By Givenchy
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant, original Vintage 1980s Sunglasses by GIVENCHY. Cat-Eye look Tortoise semi-transparent
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Late 20th Century Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Serge Kirchhofer Vintage 70s Oversized Mint Womens Sunglasses Mod. 465
By Serge Kirchhofer
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare Designer Sunglasses by genious SERGE KIRCHHOFER. Made in Austria, during the early 1970s. Semi
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1970s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Sunglasses 2595 31 Optyl 55/15 125mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Sunglasses, Mod. 2595 31 - 55/15 - 125mm. Brownish semi transparent Opyl
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
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New Vintage Suntimer Victory Black Mid Century Made in France 1960 Sunglasses
By Victory Optical
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Suntimer Victory sunglasses. Mid century black frame with G15 grey lenses.
Please notice this item its almost 60 years old and show minor sign of wear due to storage.
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1960s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Versace Jeans Couture 1990's Purple Jeans
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pretty in purple! Stand out in these vibrant pair of jeans by Versace Jeans Couture straight out of the 1990's. These feature a soft worn denim, button closure, and tapered leg. Pair...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
PRADA SS96 skirt
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Tag: PRADA
SKIRT
Size S/M ( 40 IT )
Measurements
Width: 32cm/ 12,59 inches
Length: 47cm/ 18,50 inches
Material
100% virgin wool
Inside look like silk
Close with a zip on the left s...
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1990s European Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Vintage Christian Dior Monsieur Large 2123 41 Sunglasses 1970's Austria
By Christian Dior
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New vintage Christian Dior Monsieur sunglasses. .
Spotless brown gradient lenses.
New, never worn or displayed this item may show light sign of wear due to storage.
Made in Austria...
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Moschino Cheap And Chic Drawstring Little Black Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the iconic Moschino Cheap And Chic 1990s Little Black Dress – a perfect blend of classic elegance and contemporary style. This little black dress is a must-have in every ...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Prada Pink Sleeveless Collar Shirt
By Prada
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Prada pink sleeveless shirt. Featuring five buttons closure, two front and back slit hem.
- Made in Italy.
- Size 42.
- 55% Rayon, 45% Cotton.
- Never been worn...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1990s Miu Miu Black Virgin Wool Sequin Beaded Vintage 90s Mini Dress
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1990s MIU MIU black virgin wool sequined / beaded mini dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins and beads on each shoulder. Drop waist style is both flattering and com...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
UNWORN GUCCI Turquoise GG Monogram Crystals, Beaded Pearls & Lizard Skin Bag
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A Gucci signature piece in the famous GG Monogram
Beautiful beaded turquoise bag with lizard trimmings
Pink gold hardware with the Gucci siganture GG and tiny crystals
Adjustable str...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Vintage Rare Silhouette Futura 563 Yellow Collector Item 1970 Sunglasses
By Silhouettes & Profiles
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Collector Item Silhouette Futura 563 Yellow thick frame with holding a spotless pair of light lenses.
Designed by Dora Demmel in 1973, this rare piece is the epitome ...
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Vintage Rare Alain Mikli AM25 Oversized Red France Sunglasses 1988
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Seldom Vintage Rare Alain Mikli 1980's red with undertones frame.
Light gradient lenses.
Please consider that this item is nearly 40 years old so it could show minor sign of wear d...
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Mint Vintage Pierre Marly Cocktail Oversized Avantgarde 1960's Sunglasses
By Pierre Marly
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint Avant garde bug eyed frame color “ email fonce “ Pierre Marly “ Cocktail “ sunglasses.
Polarized grey lenses. Amazing color straight from a super chic and crazy 1960’s Pierre M...
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1960s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Prada 1990s Silver Tone Shield Sunglasses
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the epitome of 1990s chic with the Prada 1990s Silver Tone Shield Sunglasses. These classic shield-style sunglasses boast thin silver-tone rims, sleek black arms adorned wi...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Rare Vintage Philippe Chevallier Light Tortoise Miles Davis 1960 Sunglasses
By Philippe Chevallier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New rare collector's item vintage Philippe Chevalier light tortoise oversized sunglasses with spotless medium brown mono lens. From the same series as the ones worn by Miles Davis.
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1960s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Prada Men's Black Crew Neck Pullover
By Prada
Located in New York, NY
Prada men's black crew-neck pullover is size 50/Italy. The shoulder measures 18" across, the front length is 22", back is 25 1/2", sleeve is 27", cuff circumference is 8", underarm c...
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
90s Prada Strap Tote Bag
By Prada
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Prada tote bag with plastic shoulder strap.
- Made in Italy.
- Measurement: Length: 12 inches. Height: 10 inches. Strap height: 13 inches.
- Condition: Excellent.
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1990s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
F/W 2003 Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Yellow Wrap Bandage Sunglasses
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of green and yellow Christian Dior wrap sunglasses, designed by John Galliano. From the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, these fabulous sunglasses debuted on the season...
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Early 2000s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
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Nina Ricci vintage sunglasses mod. 158 bone gold and gray shell eyeglasses women
By Nina Ricci
Located in Brindisi, IT
Nina Ricci vintage sunglasses frame mod. 158 bone gold and gray shell women’s. We sell only the
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1970s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970's Christian Dior Oversized Glasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized Christian Dior sunglasses are made of transparent green plastic with a darker green
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Yves Saint Laurent multicolour sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Capri, IT
1970s Yves Saint Laurent transparent & black sunglasses never used. 100% uv protection
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1970s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
unworn 1980's LAURA BIAGOTTI sunglasses
By Laura Biagiotti
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Unworn transparent smoke colored plastic sunglasses with white trim from Laura Biagotti dating to
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Ted Lapidus oversized gols blue white sunglasses
By Ted Lapidus Paris
Located in London, GB
1970s Ted Lapidus sunglasses, blue, white transparent and goldware around the eye, nude beige to
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1970s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980s Ted Lapidus Grey White Gold Oversized Sunglasses
By Ted Lapidus Paris
Located in London, GB
FREE UK and WORLDWIDE DELIVERY
Stunning and rare 1970s/1970s Ted Lapidus oversized sunglasses
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Supersized 1970's Renauld Brown & Orange Large Frame Sunglasses
Located in Atlanta, GA
Supersize me! These large framed Renauld sunglasses are a chocolate brown with a transparent
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1970s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage OPTYL Green Yellow Oversized Mint Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
- Beautiful semi-transparent bi-color (green and yellow) OPTYL / Acetate frame, with gradient & bi-color lens
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1970s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Nina Ricci Paris Vintage Mint Women Sunglasses Rhinestones 1734-CLO
By Nina Ricci
Located in Rome, Rome
Red and semi-transparent acetate sunglasses from the 1980s, by Nina Ricci. "Handmade France" stamp
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Sunglasses 2551 40 58/18 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Women Sunglasses, Mod. 2551 40. Size: 58/18 130mm. Silver metal frame, with
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Sunglasses 2551 40 58/18 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Women Sunglasses, Mod. 2551 40. Size: 58/18 130mm. Silver metal frame with a
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Sunglasses 2403 10 Optyl 54/17 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Unisex Sunglasses, Mod. 2403 10 Optyl. Size: 54/17 130mm Light brown acetate
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Monsieur Vintage Sunglasses 2368 70 Optyl 54/13 135mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Monsieur Vintage Unisex Sunglasses, Mod. 2368 70 Optyl. Size: 54/13 135mm
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Monsieur Vintage Sunglasses 2432 70 Optyl 56/16 140mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Monsieur Unisex Sunglasses, Mod. 2432 70 Size 56/16 140mm. Honey yellow semi
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Sunglasses 2703 30 Optyl 54/15 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Women Sunglasses, Mod. 2703 30 Optyl. Size: 54/15 130mm. Acetate
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Sunglasses 2632 20 Optyl 57/16 120mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Women Sunglasses, Mod. 22632 20 Opty. Size: 57/16 120mm. Transparent beige
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Mint Sunglasses 2529 11 Optyl 55/10 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Unisex Sunglasses, Mod. 2529 11 Size 55/10 130mm. Brown, semi-transparent
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Vintage Cazal 381 Translucent Frame Collector Item 1980's Sunglasses
By Cazal
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Cazal collectors item oversized Turquoise, black and translucent frame.
Transparent
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Women Mint Sunglasses 2703 80 Optyl 57/15 135mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior Unisex Sunglasses, Mod. 2703 80 - 57/15 135mm. Acetate, marbled effect semi
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
CHRISTIAN DIOR VINTAGE Oversized SUNGLASSES 2041 30 OPTYL Brown Lens eyewear MY
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
- Oversized and unique design by CHRISTIAN DIOR from 1980s
- Semi-transparent orange OPTYL frame
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
VIENNALINE Vintage Sunglasses VL 1022 D678 52/18 Green/blue lens OPTYL eyewear
Located in Rome, Rome
VIENNALINE, made in Germany
OPTYL frame
semi transparent green rame, with gradient gray lens
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Late 20th Century German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
YVES SAINT LAURENT Paris Vintage Sunglasses pink/green ATREE 58-16 631 eyewear
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
supreme quality, 100% UV protection
Frame Color/Effect: Transparent with pink injected effect, with
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1980s Italian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Vintage Claudia Carlotti Cs110 Black Translucent Purple 80's Handmade France
By Claudia Carlotti
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Claudia Carlotti screen sunglasses black & transparent avant garde 1980’s cs 110 hand
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Cratier Silver Metal Round Lens Eyeglasses 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Brindisi, Bt
. Transparent plastic nose pads engraved with the Cartier logo. Black plastic ear protector with final logo
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Lucite Italian Jewelry Box
By Christian Dior
Located in Aci Castello, IT
known as acrylic glass, is a transparent thermoplastic that was developed in the 1930s. It was often
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Materials
Lucite
80's BALENCIAGA transparent champagne & opaque white plastic sunglasses - unworn
By Balenciaga
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Unworn translucent champagne and opaque white plastic sunglasses from Balenciaga dating to the 1980
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980's ROCHAS opaque red & white fused sunglasses - unworn
By Rochas
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Unworn opaque red and white plastic sunglasses from Rochas dating to the 1980's. Opaque fronts
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
NEW 1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR sunglasses with gradient lenses
By Christian Dior
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Oversized, transparent amber-yellow acetate sunglasses with black accents and green gradient lenses
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Thierry Mugler Vintage Rare Iconic Cosmos Sunglasses Vogue Paris 1979
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
Paris May 1979.
These sunglasses are made of thick transparent lucite with silver toned structure
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20th Century French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage MINT Cat-Eye Sunglasses TIPHIS 58mm
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage MINT/PRISTINE Handmade Sunglasses
Mod. TIPHIS- 58/15 - 444 - Made in
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1980s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Sunglasses 1205 560 Gradient 52/16 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior oversize sunglasses, Mod. 1205- Col D 560. Ombré transparent blue and amber
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
GIANFRANCO FERRE Vintage Sunglasses GF583 GREEN OPTYL frame unisex eyewear
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Rome, Rome
GIANFRANCO FERRE (GFF), Made in Italy
OPTYL, supreme quality frame
green, semi-transparent
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Late 20th Century Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Vintage Cazal 636 Translucent Frame Collector Item 1980's Sunglasses
By Cazal
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Cazal collectors item oversized Tortoise and translucent frame.
Transparent lenses
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1970s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
BALENCIAGA PARIS Vintage Round OVERSIZED SUNGLASSES MERCURE /9 54/18 eyewear
By Balenciaga
Located in Rome, Rome
/ Effect: Semi transparent frame, with amber and blue finish
- Lenses Color/Effect: Gradient smoke gray
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Late 20th Century Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Cazal Vintage Gold Eyeglasses 236 57/15 125 mm West Germany
By Cazal
Located in Rome, Rome
. with white triangle detailng. Clear / transparent DEMO lens, with CAZAL signature. Model refs: Mod. 236
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20th Century German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
New Vintage Porsche Design 56 Silver Oversized Aviator Sunglasses Austria
By Porsche Design
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1980's Porsche Design 5623 silver medium frame with grey lenses and extra transparent lens
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Elegant and sophisticated Christian Dior sunglasses made of transparent acetate with two brown
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980's Cazal Sunglasses
By Cazal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cazal sunglasses. Gold-toned metal. Red and navy enamel. Off-white plastic arms. Transparent
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Christian Dior Yellow Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Lavish Christian Dior sunglasses in transparent yellow acetate. The frame has an edgy geometric
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970's Purple Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Christian Dior sunglasses with criss-cross front and open sides. Gradient light plum-toned
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20th Century Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970's Brown and Gold Christian Dior Sunglasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Christian Dior sunglasses with criss-cross front and open sides. Gradient sepia-toned
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980s Carrera Porsche Design Tortoiseshell Sunglasses Model 5632
By Porsche Design
Located in Houston, TX
. The sunglasses have transparent plastic nose pads, are stamped "dgna3057," and were made in Austria
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage yellow with brown earpiece 70s sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Yves Saint Laurent yellow-transparent acetate with brown earpiece 70s sunglasses. Grey shaded
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage yellow with brown earpiece 70s sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Yves Saint Laurent yellow-transparent acetate with brown earpiece 70s sunglasses. Grey shaded
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage transparent acetate 80s sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Product code: A7571
Notes: Please note this item cannot be shipped to the US.
Composition: Acetate
Made in: France
Condition: Very good conditions
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1980s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Lovely Christian Dior sunglasses from the 1970s made of transparent orange acetate with red stripes
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Lovely Christian Dior sunglasses from the 1970s made of transparent orange acetate with red stripes
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
A.N.G.E.L.O. VINTAGE - Italy
Lovely Christian Dior sunglasses from the 1970s made of transparent
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1970s Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970's Christian Dior Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior sunglasses date to the 1970's and have metal rims with tinted plastic lenses. Gold
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1970s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980's Iconic Cazal 951 Sunglasses
By Cazal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Cazal sunglasses with transparent orange side inserts. Gold-toned frames with brown fleck
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1980s German Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970's YSL Oversized Tortoise Shell Sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic 1970's sunglasses from Yves Saint Laurent. Semi-transparent plastic mauve frame has tortoise
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1970s French Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1980s Porsche by Carrera 5621 Aviator Sunglasses and Case
By Porsche Design, Carrera
Located in Houston, TX
as you cruise up the coast in your Porsche Carrera 911. The sunglasses have transparent plastic nose
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1980s Austrian Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
1970s Mod Valentino Green and Pink Ombre Sunglasses
By Valentino Garavani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Transparent light green and pink ombre Italian-made Valentino sunglasses. Each arm has gold detail
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Transparent Sunglasses
Materials
Plastic
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Vintage Transparent Sunglasses For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an extraordinary variety of vintage transparent sunglasses available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer blue vintage transparent sunglasses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find purple, white and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage transparent sunglasses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Claudia Carlotti are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.
How Much are Vintage Transparent Sunglasses?
The prices for vintage transparent sunglasses start at $67 and top out at $1,200 with these items, on average, selling for $134.
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.
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