Vintage Sunglasses

A collection of authentic vintage sunglasses for men and women, featuring designer retro eyewear from the 1950s to 1990s with optional prescription lenses.

Vintage Sunglasses – Original Designer & Retro Eyewear

Discover vintage sunglasses at Retro Spectacle, the UK specialist in original designer eyewear and distinctive retro frames. Explore rare sunglasses from the 1950s through to Y2K, including authentic vintage designs, unused old stock and carefully selected retro-inspired styles. 

From classic 1970s aviator sunglasses and oversized 1980s statement frames to minimalist 1990s designs, our collection celebrates the craftsmanship and individuality of eyewear from across the decades. 

Vintage Designer Sunglasses, Expertly Chosen

Explore sought-after sunglasses from iconic designers including Christian Dior, Persol, Carrera, Cazal, Dunhill and Yves Saint Laurent, alongside lesser-known vintage eyewear makers.

Whether you're searching for bold oversized sunglasses, understated everyday classics or a rare collector's piece, discover frames you won't find on every high street. 

Many of our original vintage sunglasses are one-off pieces, making each new addition to the collection something special. 

Vintage Sunglasses with Modern Prescription Lenses

Retro Spectacle is led by a qualified dispensing optician with nearly 20 years of experience in eyewear.

Many of our vintage sunglasses can be fitted with modern prescription lenses, including bespoke tints and polarised options where suitable, so you can enjoy vintage style with the vision you need.

You can also explore our home trial service to try eligible frames before committing to prescription lenses.

Discover authentic vintage eyewear, distinctive designer sunglasses and expert optical advice, all from our UK-based team.