Certain eyewear is solely intended to provide a finishing touch to attire. But the collaboration between Cutler and Gross and The Great Frog goes beyond that. It combines traditional British craft in eyewear much admired in its locality, icons from different rings and the energy of rock ’n’ roll. From here, we get the Modern Relics collection of sunglasses that are luxurious and have a history as well. As for the campaign with the legendary rocker Billy Idol and LA musician Staz Lindes, the two trendy characters hunt through Los Angeles wearing sunglasses that embody their rock spirit.
Where Luxury Eyewear Meets Rock Jewellery
Two companies Cutler and Gross and The Great Frog share a passion for exceptional craftsmanship and personalized styling. The Great Frog is based in London and creates handmade jewelry since year 1972. It has a strong connection with the modern rock and counterculture. The jewelry includes rings, chains, skulls, and elaborately made pieces of jewelry that gained high recognition. For the new collection, the same ideas are worked into eyewear. Bold and unique, Cutler and Gross X Great Frog collection is dedicated to the 70s era and gets some inspirations from the spirit of the time in terms of alternative music, traveling, and youth culture without simply replicating vintage sunglasses.
The most important features of The Great Frog collection are:
- Lightweight and durable Japanese titanium
- Sterling silver inspired elements from The Great Frog jewelry
- Engraving in Baroque style
- Elements derived from skulls, bones, roses, and chains
- Lenses made of tinted material with 100% UV protection
- Combination of sophisticated vintage design with modern luxury.
The Great Frog Triumph Aviator Sunglasses: Made for a Rock Icon
The Triumph Aviator Sunglasses by Cutler and Gross and The Great Frog is one of the unique creations by Modern Relics. The model is worn by Billy Idol in the campaign, establishing a strong link. The aviator design is modern, yet traditional in style. The frame is made of pure titanium, handcrafted in Japan. The Baroque-style rim wire has the engraving and the temples have cabochon onyx stones. Both aspects are homage to some of the earliest jewelry made by The Great Frog.
Some features of The Great Frog Triumph sunglasses include:
- Titanium aviator design
- Double nose bridge engraving
- Rim wire with Baroque-style pattern
- Cabochon onyx stones on the temples
- Adjustable nose pads
- 100% UVA and UVB blocking lenses
- Handmade in Japan
Triumph aviators are unique, but thanks to the titanium manufacturing technique they are still elegant.
Ganton Navigator: A Tribute to The Great Frog’s London Roots
The Great Frog Ganton Navigator Sunglasses derive their name from the Ganton Street of Soho, where The Great Frog first opened its door in 1972. This legacy is reflected in the design of the frames. The ample navigator shape appears bold and unquestionably vintage, yet the meticulous metalwork gives it the charm of a piece of jewelry. The frame is made out of titanium and is produced in Japan. The key features of the Ganton Navigator are the rim wire Lock Down Chain by The Great Frog and silver skull and bones detailing at the temples. The design is built in an exclusive run of 350 frames.
The Great Frog Ganton Navigator features:
- Ample navigator-style titanium frame
- Engraved double-nose bridge
- Lock Down Chain rim wire
- Skull and bones details on temples
- Adjustable nose pads
- 100% UV and UVB lens protection
- Japanese craftsmanship
Ganton has a true vintage character but does not look like a costume item. It takes the designs of the 1970s glasses and transforms them into an expensive modern frame.
The Great Frog Paisley Cat Eye: Bohemian Style with an Edge
The collection of Modern Relics does not feature any eyewear models that conform to the traditional standards. However, the Paisley Cat Eye Sunglasses have been introduced in a different way giving this line a more relaxed, bohemian style. The classic shape of cat-eye lenses is inspired by paisley motif of the period. The frame made of pure Japanese titanium is applied with the unique Lock Down Chain wire around the rims and decorated with the Bones and Roses motifs along the temples. Thanks to these enriching elements, the glasses look like a piece of jewelry in their own. Although the cat-eye shape gives the pair a touch of glamor. At the same time, the elements made of sterling silver lend a rock edge to the overall design, which makes the model an exemplary representation of the Cutler and Gross X The Great Frog collaboration.
The Great Frog Capri Rectangular Sunglasses: 1970s Attitude Reimagined
The Capri Rectangular Sunglasses give a new meaning to the 1970s inspirations appearing in the collection. The name of the model is based on the famous Capri car and a lifestyle associated with classic cars, rock stars, and rebels. Capri is made in Japan and uses only pure titanium. While Capri has a unique rectangular shape, its design is made even more fascinating with the Baroque rim wire. The design of the sunglasses incorporates Bones and Skull elements.
Some recognizable features of The Great Frog Capri include the following:
- Neat rectangular silhouette made of titanium
- Acetate browbar detail
- Baroque rim wire design
- Bones and Skull elements at the temples
- Engraved nose bridge
- Adjustable nose pads
- UV protection lenses
Discover Cutler and Gross X The Great Frog at EuroOptica
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- 280 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023
- 1249 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10021
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- Comprehensive eye exams
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Whether you are on the lookout for stylish Cutler and Gross The Great Frog sunglasses, or just trying to find prescription spectacles or any other specific frame, EuroOptica can assure you of satisfaction. Just go to one of our optical stores in Manhattan and experience the unique combination of design, comfort, and individuality in eyewear.
