PALAIS ROYAL PARIS Camouflage Mother of Pearl Effect Blue Gradient Sunglasses
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage PALAIS ROYAL PARIS Camouflage Mother of Pearl Effect Blue Gradient Sunglasses Measurements: Height: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm) Horizontal Width: 5.90 inches (15 cm) Temples: 4.84 ...
Vintage Thierry Mugler " Hemis " Mask Mother of Pearl France Sunglasses 1977
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Thierry Mugler mask like frame with spotless light brown lenses. A true fashion statement from a runway dream to your eyes. Please consider that this item is nearly 40 ...
1980s Laura Biagiotti Mother Pearl and Brown Acetate Luxury Sunglasses
By Laura Biagiotti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
What truly sets them apart is the remarkable upper frame, meticulously inlaid with genuine mother-of-pearl, creating a subtle yet mesmerizing geometric pattern that shimmers with an ...
New Vintage Silhouette Mother of Pearl Decor 18Kt Gold 1970 Sunglasses Austria
By Silhouettes & Profiles
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Collector Item Silhouette Mother of Pearl Decor 18Kt Gold Frame This item may show minor sign of wear due to over 30 years of storage Made in Austria in 1970's.
1960s Mod Pink & Faux Mother Of Pearl Oval Shaped Sunglasses w Green Lenses
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Mod Pink & Faux Mother Of Pearl Oval Shaped Sunglasses w Green Lenses: Irridescent and flamingo pink mod fabulousness!
Vintage Rare Alain Mikli AM14 Mother of Pearl Cat Eye France Sunglasses 1988
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Seldom Vintage Rare Alain Mikli 1980 oversized cat eye acetate mother of pearl effect frame. Light gradient lenses. Please consider that this item is nearly 40 years old so it coul...
Vintage Rare Alain Mikli AM14 Mother of Pearl Cat Eye France Sunglasses 1988
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Seldom Vintage Rare Alain Mikli 1980 oversized cat eye acetate mother of pearl effect frame. Light gradient lenses. Please consider that this item is nearly 40 years old so it coul...
New Jean Paul Gaultier 56 1272 Mother of Pearl oval frame 90s sunglasses Japan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 56 1272 mother of pearl with brushed silver temples. Made in the early 1990's. New, never worn or displayed. a true fashion statement. It may shows...
Vintage Maxim's de Paris Mother of Pearl Style Frame 1980's Glasses
By Maxim's de Paris
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare Maxim's de Paris mother or pearl like frame with orange gradient lenses Please notice that this item is nearly 40 years old and show some wear on the lenses. Measurements ...
Vintage Oliver Goldsmith " Conference " White Frame 1970 England Sunglasses
By Oliver Goldsmith
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Superb & rare pair of Oliver Goldsmith " Conference " sunglasses. Mother of pearl like frame holding a pair of green lenses.
EMMANUELLE KHANH mother of pearl sunglasses
By Emmanuelle Khanh
Located in San Fransisco, CA
very rare, oversized, gold-toned mother of pearl sunglasses from Emmauelle Khanh dating to the 1980's.
Vintage 1960s PIERRE CARDIN Tortoise Mother of Pearl Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
. - Tortoise sunglasses with mother of pearl detailing on the frame. - Brown lenses. - Signed PIERRE CARDIN. - Wear and dryness on the inner part (last 4 photos).
1960s Claude Montana Mother of Pearl Sunglasses
By Claude Montana
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Launch your own lunar look with these 1960's Claude Montana Mod Mother of Pearl White Sunglasses. All eyes will be on you when you're sporting these specs in the sunshine or at a spa...
Rare 1970s Mother of Pearl Gucci Sunglasses
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunning 1970's mother of pearl glasses by Gucci. Glasses feature an oversized frame with Gucci logos at sides. These have been re-lensed with a gradient sunglass lens. Also included...
Mother-Of-Pearl Lucite Cat's Eyes Sunglasses With Gold and Rhinestones
Located in New York, NY
These wonderfully wicked cat's eyes sunglasses are finished with a Mother-of-Pearl appearance in lucite.
Vintage Thierry Mugler " Galaxie " Mask Mother of Pearl France Sunglasses 1977
By Claude Montana Paris, Claude Montana
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Thierry Mugler oversized mask like frame with spotless light brown lenses. A true fashion statement from a runway dream to your eyes. The " Galaxie " name has faded. P...
New Vintage Cartier Platine Rimless Mother of Pearl Grey Lens France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier unique rimless sunglasses, mother of pearl like temples with grey (uv protection) lenses.
50s Chic Pearlized Round Sunglasses
Located in Gresham, OR
Fantastically chic 50s chunky faux mother-of-pearl perfectly round sunglasses, stamped "Made in France"!
Christian Dior "Mother of Pearl" Sunglasses 60's 1 TRY02
By Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
Mother of Pearl look, but made of acetate, these pinky beige colored sunglasses have never been used and come with the bag, cloth and case.
Rochas White Mother of Pearl Cateye Sunglasses - 1970's
By Rochas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These classy Rochas sunglasses are white Mother of Pearl. They have a large slight cateye shape.
Laura Biagiotti Black Lucite with Mother-of-Pearl Accent Sunglasses
By Laura Biagiotti
Located in New York, NY
These wonderful Laura Biagiotti black lucite sunglasses are accented with Mother-of-Pearl along the top of the sunglasses.
Oscar de la Renta Cream & Mother-of-Pearl Interior Sunglasses
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Oscar de la Renta cream color sunglasses are highlighted with mother-of-peral style interior. The length across the front measures 5 1/4", height is 2 1/8", arms are 5 1/2".
New Vintage Round Rhinestones Mother of Pearl Foldable 1980 France Sunglasses
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare pair of round medium mother of pearl feel with rhinestones frame holding pair of green lenses. Super delicate ornamented foldable frame. Please notice this item may show mo...
New Vintage Cartier Platine Rimless Mother of Pearl Grey Lens France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier unique rimless sunglasses, mother of pearl like temples with blue gradient (uv protection) lenses.
1990s ALAIN MIKLI Orange Mother-of-Pearl Oval Cat-Eye Sunglasses Model 4101 596
By Alain Mikli
Located in Munich, DE
Quintessentially Alain Mikli, these 1990s ultra feminine model 4101 596 vintage sunglasses in eye-catching mother-of-pearl orange are hand-made in France from a high quality acetate.
Vintage Christian Dior Mother of Pearl Sunglasses 2918
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Christian Dior sunglasses with gold plated frame and mother of pearl.
1970s Ted Lapidus Oversized Mother of Pearl and Gold Sunglasses
By Ted Lapidus
Located in Houston, TX
Exquisite piece by Ted Lapidus combining an inner golden metal frame with an outer mother of pearlesque frame. Frame and lenses are in very good condition. Golden TL logos on temples...
Vintage Chanel Black Sunglasses With Monogram Interlocking Mother Of Pearl CC's
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Portland, OR
These are classic Chanel black sunglasses with mother of Pearl monogram CC's on each side.
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Black Runway Lightning Bold Suit Jacket Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. In Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection. 1992 presentation, the famous all-black wool skirt suit with lightning bold details th...
$25,133
Size: UK12 - FR40 - US8 (Runs Small)
Vivienne Westwood Long Black Sheepskin Coat with Oversized Collar, FW 1992
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
This Vivienne Westwood coat, crafted from luxurious black sheepskin, features an oversized plush shearling collar and cuffs, a double-breasted front with large signature perspex orb ...
$16,303
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Halter Evening Dress with Draping, FW 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress, Fall-Winter 1999. This halter-style gown is constructed from a semi-sheer black viscose fabric with a woven metallic scalloped motif th...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture 02/03 Silk Corset. A vision of bold sensuality and architectural elegance. This is piece is unworn and comes with the original tag from FW 2002/20...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Red Runway Suit Jacket Skirt Museum Worthy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. Famously presented on the Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection Runway as well as worn by the gorgeous Monica Bellucci on t...
Y2K Thierry Mugler Couture Aqua Lamé Halter Top and Skirt
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
This spectacular Y2K lamé top and skirt ensemble were couture crafted by Manfred Thierry Mugler circa 1998 to 2001. Designed by the master of empowering, hyper-feminine tailoring, th...
$3,500
Size: FR 38 (US 6) but runs small
Iconic Documented Thierry Mugler Runway Sheer Boned Corset Skirt Suit, SS1995
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
Featured during the "Thierry Mugler, Couturissime" exhibition at the "Musée des Arts Décoratifs" in Paris in 2021-2022 and at the "Brooklyn Museum" in New York in 2022-2023 (see pic...
THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Collectors Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1986 “Les Milteuses” archival runway dress Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Fall Winter 1986 Fabric: Wool Color: Black and red ...
John Galliano Black Knit Dress with Floral Chiffon Ruffles and Scarf, FW 2004
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
This John Galliano dress and matching scarf from the Fall-Winter 2003 collection are crafted from a black wool/viscose blend with intricate knit patterns, interwoven with tonal black...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
S/S 1998 Thierry Mugler Silver Abstract Pendant Brown Wrap Drape Maxi Dress FR38
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a brown Thierry Mugler wrap dress designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1998, this midi dress features silver-tone hoop accents and a tie at the waist. Simila...
$43,474
Size: appox. Small
Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Hand-beaded Coat with Ostrich Feathers, FW 1999
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture evening coat meticulously hand-beaded on knitted wool to resemble tweed. It features a straight, knee-length cut, with a collar and cuffs adorned wit...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1995 Purple Jacket Sculptural Cutout
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Spring Summer 1995 Collection The structured piece is the embodiment of Mugler’s signature aesthetic: bold, futuristic, and exquisitely sensual. The sharply sculpted ...
Iconic Thierry Mugler Les Infernales SHE DEVIL Runway Dress Black Red
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In Thierry Mugler’s spectacular “Les Infernales - SHE DEVILS” Collection FW 1988/89, the designer’s flair for drama reaches a smoldering crescendo in this black-and-red masterpiece. ...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Ensemble 1992 Semi Sheer Black Suit Jacket and Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The perfect blend of pure Eelegance & Drama! Extremely rare FW 1992 Thierry Mugler ensemble, jacket and skirt. In this exquisitely tailored two-piece, Thierry Mugler once again demon...
A pair of vintage designer sunglasses can be a game-changing finishing touch to your ensemble.
No matter your age or general fashion sensibility, wearing sunglasses may already be part of your regular outdoor routine owing to their practicality. Most sunglasses protect the eyes from harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays — and not merely on sunny days. Glasses that utilize color-enhancing lenses, which feature specific coatings or filter tints, can limit the amount of light coming through, while polarized lenses substantially reduce glare.
So while their usefulness is well known, let’s face it, a good pair of sunglasses can be stylish too.
People have been making a statement with iconic eyewear for a while — sunglasses garnered popularity with the Hollywood set in the early 1900s, when it wasn’t uncommon for a hip actress to be photographed in a pair of her sharpest shades.
Today, we’re still talking about the sunglasses that Audrey Hepburn — the original trendsetter — donned in the opening scene of 1961’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s. She emerges from the flagship store of the legendary luxury house referenced in the film’s title in a pair of glamorous dark tortoiseshell frames designed by London eyewear firm Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses. The brand was a keeper for Hepburn — in 1967, she famously wore a pair of Goldsmith’s Yuhu wraparound frames in the poster for Stanley Donen’s film Two for the Road.
Indeed, celebrities have long held sway in the sunglasses realm — perhaps you’ve opted for vintage Ray-Ban sunglasses because you’re enamored with Marilyn Monroe’s celebrated Wayfarers or you’ve taken to classic Aviators because actor Jon Hamm wore them in the nostalgic TV smash hit Mad Men. Good frames are a surefire way to take your style to the next level.
When shopping for the right pair of sunglasses, consider the color and shape of the frames (as well as the shape of your face), how dark or light the lenses are — or tint, if you’re leaning toward a chic gradient lens. Take your time, spring for more than one pair because different moods call for different shades and, while you’re at it, make sure you know how to spot a pair of fake Ray-Ban sunglasses before you make that purchase.
On 1stDibs, our collection of vintage designer sunglasses features classics from Gucci, Cartier, Chanel and other brands as well as a wide range that can be sorted by color — find sleek black sunglasses, brown pairs and a whole lot of other eye-catching options, whether it’s sunny outside or not.
This simple move can jazz up any outfit without bringing on the heat.
Sunglasses were a constant for Bob Dylan in real life and in the film.
The actress and style icon wore the 1960s frames while shooting on location in the French Riviera.
Of the million-plus items on 1stdibs, some seem to have transcended time, looking as fresh today as when they were first produced. The pieces highlighted on our new Iconic Designs page stand out for longevity, functionality and quality of design and manufacture — just the tonic for the present unsettled moment.