1980s Nino Balli Sunglasses | Archive 0455
$5.83 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
- Ships to the US
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Details
A bold 1980s design by Nino Balli, this vintage frame features a strong rectangular silhouette with softly rounded corners and a distinctive layered construction. The translucent burgundy front is framed with contrasting silver-toned detailing, creating a striking interplay between color and metal. The original pink-plum gradient lenses bring a soft tonal contrast to the deep burgundy frame and preserve its authentic vintage character. Frame Model: Premier (Silver/Burgundy) Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Japan Lenses: Original pink/plum gradient lenses Condition: Deadstock Measurements: 59-12-140 Historical Context Nino Balli is a little-documented eyewear name associated with vintage frames produced in France and Japan, with U.S. trademark records confirming its use for eyeglasses and sunglasses by 1984. Surviving French-made examples from the 1970s–80s feature colourful metal constructions, gold-tone detailing, and distinctive oversized or rounded silhouettes, reflecting the expressive character of period French fashion eyewear.
