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Christian Dior CD Logo Tortoiseshell Oval Sunglasses
£177.00 GBP
Christian Dior CD Logo Tortoiseshell Oval Sunglasses
£177.00 GBP
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A minimalist distillation of late-century sophistication, these oval sunglasses showcase Christian Dior’s mastery of balanced proportions and timeless house iconography. Fabricated from premium, rich tortoiseshell Optyl acetate, the fluidly contoured oval silhouette pairs a classic warm palette with clean, architectural restraint. The design is anchored by substantial temples featuring polished gold-tone structural plates intricately shaped into the iconic CD logotype. Manufactured in Austria during an era defined by high-spec eyewear engineering, this rare vintage profile features a precise integrated nose bridge and smooth gradient lenses. Striping away superficial luxury ornamentation, the pair offers an industrial, high-concept perspective on traditional French heritage design.
Details:
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Premium polished tortoiseshell acetate frame construction
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Classic, softly contoured oval silhouette with clean geometric lines
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Sophisticated brown gradient lenses fading gently toward the lower rim
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Polished gold-tone structural CD logo plates integrated at the temple hinges
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Comfortable integrated nose bridge and robust dual-screw temple mechanics
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Includes original dark gray Christian Dior soft pouch case with gold script branding
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Model code: 2917A 10
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Made in Austria
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Era: Archival Vintage (c. 1990s)
Condition: 9/10
Size: 59☐13 135 (O/S)
Measurements:
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Lens Width: 59 mm
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Bridge Width: 13 mm
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Temple Length: 135 mm
Care Instructions:
Clean lenses exclusively using a specialized optical spray and a microfiber cleaning cloth. Avoid using coarse textiles or paper products. Store inside the protective case when not in use to maintain the polished luster of the acetate frame and protect against surface friction.
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more:
christian dior’s eyewear history is deeply rooted in industrial innovation, notably through its early adoption of lightweight, premium optyl polymers engineered in austria. during the late 20th century, the house's design process pivoted toward streamlining voluminous silhouettes, trading avant-garde excess for clean lines and substantial, integrated metal branding. by embedding structural block-letter logos directly into the temple architecture, dior transformed traditional eyewear into bold graphic signatures. this technical methodology allowed the brand to preserve its distinct couture prestige while delivery minimalist, high-concept accessories that remain foundational style artifacts.
