sunglasses
the story
The first sunglasses made for the public came to light in the 18th century, when English designer and inventor James Ayscough made spectacles with blue or green tints.
COLLECTIONS
CUTLER & GROSS
Introducing the latest curation of Cutler and Gross sunglasses. From aviators to square and rounds, each pair is handcrafted in Italy.
ED SCARLETT
Ed Scarlett sunglasses are offered with a choice of grey or green lenses. All styles may be fitted with polarised or prescription lenses in a variety of colours.
LINDA FARROW
Linda Farrow sunglasses are handmade in Japan using the finest Japanese acetate and titanium to produce outstanding designs.
OLIVER GOLDSMITH
The "Lord" frame by Oliver Goldsmith is one of the world's most recognised optical designs, having been famously worn by screen legend Michael Caine.
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Introducing: Oliver Goldsmith
After almost a century in the optical industry, Oliver Goldsmith is a brand rooted in British heritage. With knowledge that has been passed down through four generations, the company remains committed to crafting some of the most exquisite eyewear in the world.
Sightseeing in Soho with Ed Scarlett
Our models, Scarlett and Amir, kindly presented the latest collection of Ed Scarlett spectacle frames and sunglasses in their natural habitat, Soho.
Ed Scarlett: Inventor of the Spectacle Frame
The introduction of the eyeglass is commonly associated with the Venetians, who created convex magnifying lenses in their famed Murano glassworks in the late 13th century.
Introducing Linda Farrow
Established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand emerged swiftly into the limelight as a purveyor of high-end eyewear. Linda Farrow, herself a former fashion designer, played a pioneering role by early on recognising the potential of sunglasses as a fashion statement.