1980s Luxottica Frames | Archive 0515
$2.83 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
- Ships to the US
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The Luxottica Gilbert captures the refined, geometric character of 1980s Italian eyewear design. Its oversized rectangular silhouette features gently rounded corners, a broad upper line, and softly curved lower edges, creating a balanced profile with a distinctly retro presence. The slim gold-toned metal construction gives the frame a lightweight appearance, while darker tortoiseshell-toned accents add subtle contrast and warmth. Frame Model: Gilbert (Geptortoise) Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Italy Lenses: Empty, ready for custom Condition: Excellent vintage Measurements: 54-18-135 Historical Context Founded in Agordo, Italy in 1961 by Leonardo Del Vecchio, Luxottica grew from a small eyewear components manufacturer into one of the world’s most influential eyewear companies. By the 1970s, the company had shifted into producing complete frames, eventually building a portfolio that combined its own brands, including Ray-Ban and Persol, with licensed eyewear for major fashion houses such as Armani, Chanel, Prada and Versace. Vintage Luxottica-marked frames often reflect the company’s Italian manufacturing heritage, particularly pieces from the 1980s and 1990s. These earlier designs range from refined metal optical frames to bold acetate sunglasses, offering a look at Luxottica before its expansion into the global eyewear powerhouse it is today.
