STREET STYLE IS all about the emerging trends inspired by everyday people’s unique and authentic choices and the Grandpa Core aesthetic is poised to steal the focus in eyewear. Bringing us back to timeless metals, clunky acetates, and a blend of retro styling with vintage sophistication that is “new” to a younger generation and the classics your mature clients are nostalgic for … these glasses are appealing and sellable.
Eco
Drawing inspiration from the 1960’s, the Heath in Olive Gradient features a chunkier square frame with a flatter browline.
eco-eyewear.com
$195
Lafont
Embracing grandpa chic, this rectangle frame is a blend of modern style and vintage allure. The bold pattern of the NICOLAS in col. 3203 infuses a sophisticated touch, making it a perfect choice for the contemporary gentleman.
(800) 832-8233, lafont.com
$475
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OWP
A big, boxy physique is streamlined into a light and airy metal silhouette on the Metropolitan in col. 8116. With a warm gold reverse side color and matte black front it is androgynous and ageless.
(913) 839-1519, owp.de
$390
American Optical
A vintage classic reborn from the AO treasury, the Stadium in col. 03 boasts a glossy ombre finish, showcasing the iconic AO spearhead decor.
europaeye.com
$263
David Beckham
This classic semi-rimless style, the DB1153/G from David Beckham Eyewear By David Beckham, remains a steadfast choice for conservative patients, while introducing a fresh alternative for Gen Z seekers.
mysafilo.com/US
$246
Gigi Studios
The Newton 6904/3 offers a shape that’s poised to replace the common round, seamlessly merging the crisp lines of a square with the intricate angles of a hexagon but with a more robust metal eyewire and temple profile.
(929) 207-0376, gigistudios.com
$289
Liberated
The Gaston’s savvy design blends ’70s glam and contemporary chic. A bold chunky design with thick temples that increase the profile for a vintage statement.
(562) 674-0420, liberatedeyewear.com
$110
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Vanni
The 2161 in col. 06 is an acetate aviator that departs from the traditional teardrop shape for a rounder silhouette with a pop of cobalt blue to accentuate the double brow bar.
(888) 844-3992, georgesetphina.com
Price upon request
Vintage Frame Company
Elevate your eyewear game with the Pac Double Rope Edition 18kt in col. Two-tone Gold featuring a unique double rope bridge and exquisite temple decor in 18K gold.
vintageframescompany.com
$275