Memory Lane through the ages of Eyewear Fashion (Pt 1)
1920s-1930s: The Era of Round
The Jazz-Age 'Roaring Twenties' introduced round frames in both sunglasses and ophthalmic frames. Its androgynous look made round frames the most popular statement piece of the decade as this period sparked the beginnings of liberated women and equality between genders.
Round frames will continue to make their presence throughout eyewear history; nevertheless, paying homage to its original creation in the decade of Gatsby. Get the look with some of our Showroom favorites by Scott Harris and 141.
1940s: Brow-line frames
Stealing the spotlight of the eyewear industry in the ‘40s were the Brow-line glasses. The creative convergence of metal and acetate embodied the look of distinction and uniqueness - expressions that peaked this timeline’s interest for individuality. The inclusion of different shapes, sizes, colorways, and materials shared one common feature - The dominant brow-line. Here are two of our popular brow-line styles, modeled by the classics of Tom Ford and Entourage of 7:
1950s: The Cat Eye and The Clubmaster
Revolutionizing this era of style and stardom (for many decades to come), the infamous Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe brought on the genre of the ‘cat eye’ to life. These glamorous fashion icons gave femininity a new dimension, wearing the delicate form to accentuate their eyes and contour their face frame. From the statement black piece to embellishments of rhinestones and crystals, the cat eye has effortlessly persisted through the storms of time in fearless variations.
For the gentlemen, the wave of the ‘Clubmaster’ had awoken and its influence has yet to fade. From a casual affair to a suit-and-tie event, the Clubmaster never fails to impress.
1960s: Teashades, Geometric, and Oversized frames
Casting light on the generation of political and social complexities, this decade's eyewear reciprocated with an equal mix of wild and funk. Musical legend John Lennon popularized the retro round teashades. His incorporation of political awareness into his lyrics marked the teashades as a symbol for political activism of peace and freedom. We dare to resemble his iconic expression in full admiration.
This term also birthed the emergence of unique geometric shapes as well as the oversized models, both of which reflected the effervescent spirit of this decade's contemporaries. Jackie Kennedy’s oversized sunglasses have become widely influential in setting the trend for the masses till date.
