1980s Charmant Sunglasses | Archive 0498
$5.00 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
- Ships to the US
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Details
The Charmant frame captures the bold, streamlined character of 1980s Japanese eyewear design. Its oversized aviator-inspired silhouette features broad, softly rounded lenses and a gently curved brow, creating a strong profile with generous proportions. The slim gold-toned metal construction keeps the frame visually refined, while the deep olive lenses introduce a rich, muted contrast. Frame Model: Unknown Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Japan Lenses: New olive lenses Condition: Excellent vintage Measurements: 58-16-145 Historical Context Founded in Japan in 1956, Charmant became one of the country’s major eyewear manufacturers, known for combining Japanese precision manufacturing with contemporary design. The company expanded internationally throughout the 20th century and produced frames across a range of styles, from understated opticals to expressive fashion-forward designs. Vintage Charmant frames, particularly from the 1970s–90s, reflect Japan’s growing influence on global eyewear through lightweight construction, refined detailing, and experimental shapes.
