CIRCUS COLLECTION shot by Platon

CIRCUS COLLECTION shot by Platon

CIRCUS COLLECTION Shot by Platon

Circus Collection The latest collection from Cutler and Gross, the iconic authority in eyewear style, takes its inspiration, accents, character and flare from the circus. As the name suggests, this is a show stopping collection that echoes the vibrant nostalgia that our memories of classic circus evoke. The rich decadence of the materials used to bring these frames to life, including Jade Snake acetate and Rose Gold, entice us into its exotic allure like the intrigue of the snake charmer or the glamour of the showgirl that have drawn us into the magic and mysticism of circus since its earliest days. As with any skilled tightrope walker, acrobat or trapeze artist, a perfect balance of head turning élan and precise artistry through years of craft honing is the core of the Cutler and Gross Circus. The thrill of the timeless show pops vibrantly throughout the collection with the use of glitter, dancing curves and streaks of dramatic electric blue sending shockwaves through the more traditional colourways and materials. Thus the dark tortoiseshell and fine acetate give the strength to the foundations of the Big Top and the aplomb of the sensational complements the depth of the pathos: without the power of the strongman and the ringmaster, there would be no attraction. There is a sense of fun, eccentricity and quirkiness in every piece in the collection, reflecting the strength of personalities found amongst the greatest performers circus has given us, but one element unites them all, a striking sense of individual style. The show must go on.

Trapeze Handcrafted in Italian acetate, sunglass 1182 Trapeze, demands attention with curved angles and gold metal temples. An intricately hand milled sunglass which mirrors the flying trapeze s stringent sweeps for an empowering female entrance. Black on Angel Pearl Jade Snake Party Leopard Ruby Glitter

Ringmaster Directing the men s show is sunglass 1176 - Ringmaster; boldly orchestrating a milled metal skeleton encased with a fine acetate front with confident finesse and debuting the new cylindrical metal and acetate combined temple. Black Grey Dark Turtle Matt Dark Turtle Persian Blue

Polka A sensual balance of dancing curves and a sweeping brow, sunglass 1181 Polka, exudes glamour with hand milled surface detailing and varnished Electric Blue and Aviator Grey metal temples. Black on Aviator Blue Dark Turtle Party Leopard Touch of Pink

Strongman Flashes of Electric Blue and Aviator Grey add charged excitement as sunglass 1183 - Strongman cracks the whip of authority with powerful and deliberate lines. Black on Aviator Blue Matt Dark Turtle Night Leopard Smokey Quartz

Pierrot Infusing the nostalgia and joy of the Cutler and Gross Circus, frame 1171 Pierrot inspires us with an undeniably optimistic upswept optical, emoting playful innocence with its pure silhouette. Angel Pearl Jade Snake Mosaic Ruby Glitter

Acrobat A refined twist of broad shoulder lines and slight curves, frame 1174 Acrobat, captivates with its eye-catching thick rimmed acetate frontal and sophisticated Palladium and Rose Gold temples. Black Dark Turtle Grey Turtle Humble Potato

Harlequin Be spectacularly charmed by frame 1172 - Harlequin, its small oval figure and quirky colour nature easily enhance its quiet and enchanting appeal. Black Matt Dark Turtle Party Leopard Persian Blue

Big Top A dynamic blend of sleek design and big attitude, model 1175 Big Top, embraces galvanised Rose Gold and Palladium metal temples and coloured acetate tips, offering masculine strength to new optical styles. Black Dark Turtle Navy Smokey Quartz

Photography by Platon Models: Sarah Bledsoe & Justin Passmore Stylist: Melissa Simpemba Make Up Artist: Anastasia Durasova Hair Stylist: Gregg Hubbard Manicurist: Titilayo Bankole Snakes: All Tame Animals Photography Assistant: Cory VanderPloeg Retoucher: Bob Serpe Producer: Gabrielle Sirkin Copyright Cutler and Gross

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