1980s Cazal Sunglasses | Archive 0318

A bold study in geometry and proportion, these vintage Cazal sunglasses capture the fearless spirit of 1980s design. The faceted metal frame combines sharp architectural angles with a floating bridge detail, while the newly fitted ruby lenses cast a rich, cinematic glow that softens the precision of the silhouette.

Frame Model: 229 (344)
Decade: 1980s
Country of Origin: Germany
Lenses: New ruby lenses 
Condition: Excellent vintage
Measurements: 60-14-130

Provenance 
Sourced from Marta, an 85-year-old collector in Miami who spent decades traveling the world in search of rare eyewear.

Historical Context

Founded in Germany in 1975 by designer Cari Zalloni and entrepreneur Günter Böttcher, Cazal was created as an eyewear brand with a strong emphasis on distinctive design and craftsmanship. Zalloni developed a maximalist aesthetic, characterised by bold geometric forms, sculptural volumes, contrasting materials, rich colours, and intricate details. The brand quickly developed a cult following during the 1980s, particularly within hip-hop culture, where its expressive frames became closely associated with the era’s visual identity.