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Optometrist and lifestyle blogger, Lizzy Yeowart, selects striking styles inspired by iconic figures and unpicks a sunglass frame
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14 July 2023
Three sun styles worn by three female style icons.
A classic icon
The ‘Manhattan’ is an exact replica of the iconic sunglasses worn by Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Originally designed by Oliver Goldsmith, this frame has gone on to inspire countless interpretations.

‘Manhattan’ by Oliver Goldsmith
Royal inspiration
Referring to our late majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, this eyewear proudly recalls the frame worn by the Queen in the 70s and 80s.

‘Elizabeth’ by François Pinton
Catwalk vintage
This cool take on a vintage cat’s eye style is reminiscent of one Grace Kelly wore in the famous beach scene in To Catch a Thief.

‘Athena’ by Aspinal of London
Anatomy of frame
Unpicking a standout frame, by OT columnist Lizzy Yeowart
In a nutshell
- Manufacturer// Götti
- Frame // ‘Essex’
- Colour // Ruby
- Web // www.gotti.ch
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