One of the 20th Centuries most prolific industrial designers, Dieter Rams’ work is seen in a variety of industries. His classic p3 glasses are also a designers favorite, and timeless. Many of his designs were for Braun and Vitsoe.
A great article about 10 design principles from Mr. Rams is available here.
The lovely and talented Hannah Bronfman modeling her new Dior Vintage sunglasses which she’s putting her rx in and having tinted a double gradient. Gonna be HOT!
Ikhyd’s lovely Aunt Hannah brought him over today for a fitting. We decided on these miniature Persol Aviators over some sour Jelly Belly candy.
Buy in bulk.
A year into his NFL career, Von Miller was back in NYC for the NFL Draft this week. He stopped by Silver Lining Opticians, where his vintage collection began just days before his being drafted to the Denver Broncos just about a year ago this week.
It was great to catch up with Von and congratulate him on all his success.
“I’ve worn glasses every day of my life since Kindergarten, and much of what I love about a hand-made watch – the combination of art, design, and engineering into a supremely functional form – is mirrored in the glasses at Silver Lining. If I owned a watch store (no – I have no plans to open a HODINKEE store), I’d want it to be just like Silver Lining.”
“The selection of glasses here is the most interesting and tightly curated group of frames you will find in the world. They only stock the very best (unworn) vintage frames from the likes of Persol, Rayban, Cartier, and Balenciaga – all from before they were purchased by luxury conglomerates – and modern frames from true independent artisans – most of which are still hand-made in France. They carry both eyeglasses and sunglasses, and there is just no place like it.”
Business first for @stylememaeve (blackberry 24/7). Notice the amazing vintage Vuarnet sunglasses.
Lunch date at favorite restaurant Cafe Habana.
Secret nap time behind the dark shades.
Re-energizing with assistant Kiera and Monster Energy drinks on the way to another appointment.
All while wearing the trusty vintage Vuarnet combination frame plastic and metal!
Window washers on the Empire State Building 1938
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