Thread: Looking for a new pair of glasses... suggestions?

So, I snapped my pair of Prada frames today when I was wearing my prescription sunglasses around. I had them in a hard case, don't know how I did it, but either way maybe it was just their time to go.

The reason that I am asking for suggestions is I am well aware of the different quality levels amongst eyewear producers. I remember some time ago about a discussion relating to most 'fashion' eyewear companies having all of their frames made by the same manufacturer. And well, basically, I am going to try and stay away from the major conglomerates this time around. Make sense? No?

Any suggestions as per companies to look for would be appreciated. I don't mind buying online either, as I know what my prescription is.

As far as a style cue goes, this is similar to what I have been wearing recently.


Thanks guys.

recently i was in the search for new glasses as well. personally, i wouldn't go with that Oliver Peoples stuff or that pseudo-designer drek at Saks Fifth Avenue..i know you don't want the commercial conglomerate stuff, so check these out:

Cutler & Gross
DeromeBrenner
Linda Farrow (if you want something very very "fashion")
Mykita (nice sunglasses especially, very popular now, if not a bit trendy)
Oliver Goldsmith
Reiz
Salt.Optics (a little more universal, in my opinion)
Strada del Sole (nice, a little unconventional...my choice for glasses)

good quality and a bit off the well-worn path.

MTK is selling some Fvckyou shades

You might want to check these.... We carry RAEN Optics.

Wore Oliver Peoples, Matsuda, and most recently Philippe Starck.
Now I went retro and cheap

Thanks for the suggestions guys. Those Raen ones are quite nice, never heard of them either. I ended up not being able to find any of those in my area though when I was searching so I just grabbed some Giorgio Armani ones.

great choice. i have oliver peoples glasses that look like your armani's. saw this post today, but i would suggested oliver peoples eyeglasses.

Originally Posted by SECONDSTONONE

You might want to check these.... We carry RAEN Optics.

nice site, very nice selection.

I wear dolce, but i bought a few nice frames recently including some Chrom Hearts, but my favorite are these..
Tag Heuer C-Flex.
They are carbon fiber, and when i put them on it feels as if there is nothing on my face.

i like those Raens, Prada also worked well for me when i used to wear prescription

of you are more ruggged order some Oakleys!