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Plastic Free July

  Retro Spectacle supports Plastic Free July, promoting sustainable vintage eyewear and reducing plastic use through recycled packaging and eco-friendly practices. 

  Retro Spectacle supports Plastic Free July, promoting sustainable vintage eyewear and reducing plastic use through...

Interview with Andy Crofts

This week we have been lucky enough to interview the fabulous Andy Crofts, an English singer-songwriter, musician and photographer. Andy is is in the indie rock band The Moons from...

This week we have been lucky enough to interview the fabulous Andy Crofts, an English singer-songwriter,...

Spring/Summer Vintage Eyewear Trends

A Spring/Summer eyewear guide exploring oversized frames, vintage shapes and colours. Timeless glasses and sunglasses styled for the new season.

A Spring/Summer eyewear guide exploring oversized frames, vintage shapes and colours. Timeless glasses and sunglasses styled...

Carrera Sunglasses & Glasses: The Iconic Story of Speed, Style & Innovation

Explore the history of Carrera eyewear. From motorsport roots and Porsche Design legends to bold vintage sunglasses loved by races and collectors.

Explore the history of Carrera eyewear. From motorsport roots and Porsche Design legends to bold vintage...

Autumn Winter Eyewear Trends - A Vintage Style Guide

A guide to autumn/winter eyewear. From tortoiseshell and patterned acetates to bold vintage frames that add warmth and style to winter looks. 

A guide to autumn/winter eyewear. From tortoiseshell and patterned acetates to bold vintage frames that add...

Summer Sunglasses Trends: The Best Vintage & Retro Styles You Need This Season

Discover this summer's top sunglasses trends. Authentic vintage frames with retro style, modern lenses and timeless designer appeal.

Discover this summer's top sunglasses trends. Authentic vintage frames with retro style, modern lenses and timeless...

Brand Focus: Christian Dior Glasses & Sunglasses - A Legacy in Eyewear

Discover the history of Christian Dior eyewear - from 1960s innovation and Optyl frames to iconic vintage styles that define timeless luxury. 

Discover the history of Christian Dior eyewear - from 1960s innovation and Optyl frames to iconic...

Cazal Glasses & Sunglasses - The Story Behind an Eyewear Icon

Discover the story of Cazal eyewear, from its bold 1970s beginnings and rise in hip-hop culture to the iconic 607, Cazal Legends and highly collectable vintage frames.

Discover the story of Cazal eyewear, from its bold 1970s beginnings and rise in hip-hop culture...

Brand Focus - Anglo American Eyewear

We're focusing our attention to the fabulous Anglo American Optical. Founded in London in 1882, it is to date one of the longest standing optical frame manufacturers around. When viewing...

We're focusing our attention to the fabulous Anglo American Optical. Founded in London in 1882, it is...

The Importance of Face Shapes

A simple guide to choosing glasses for your face shape. From oval to square, with tips to find vintage frames that truly suit you.

A simple guide to choosing glasses for your face shape. From oval to square, with tips...