Vuarnet sunglasses: authentic, vintage models

One of the vintage eyewear brands that Blickers is very excited about selling in the online shop are Vaurnet sunglasses. We have three different, authentic and original vintage models of this masculine and sporty brand that has been in existence since the 1960s.

When the French skier Jean Vuarnet won the gold medal in the Winter Olympics in 1960, not only did he became a legend in the world of skiing, he also became famous in the world of glasses. He teamed up with the French optician Roger Pouilloux and together they released their first line of Vuarnet sunglasses.

Today, Vuarnet sunglasses are still synonymous with high performance sports and are true icons in vintage eyewear. All Vuarnet sunglasses use very high quality materials, and all have unmistakably sporty designs with a French, somewhat nautical influence.

The lenses of Vuarnet sunglasses (see above) are especially designed for sports as they have three distinct parts: the top and bottom are darker than the centre. This makes them the perfect sunglasses for water or snow sports, because the top and bottom of the lens filter and minimize direct glare from the sun off water or snow, while the lighter centre allows you to see clearly, optimizing your performance. The lenses are also made from ultra minerals that help block UV rays and solar reflections.

Lets have a closer look at the three, original Vuarnet sunglasses models that we have in our online shop:

• NAUTILUX NAVY PX - These nautical, retro, aviator style sunglasses by Vuarnet, have an unmistakable French influence and are a perfect accessory for a summery, very masculine look. They are one of the models by the brand that is in most demand. The dark blue acetate frame of these glasses combined with the smoky amber lenses gives them a retro and vibrant look.

• PX 002D - This is a unisex, sporty model with a light Cat-eye shape and slight mirror effect, dark brown lenses. The black frame is stylized with the brand name and logo marked on the arms.These Vuarnet sunglasses are perfect for a versatile look that can easily be combined with any outfit.

• PX 084 - The combination of this electric blue frame and sunset colored lenses gives these aviator style sunglasses a vibrant, sporty look perfect for young people.