Ribisi by Barton Perreira

Around here we love a good duo. The latest? Barton Perreira and Giovanni Ribisi. (Yes! The actor from Avatar and Contraband.) The two came together and designed some seriously rockin' sunglasses. Ribisi explained that he kept, well, himself in mind throughout the design process, hoping that if he met his own needs he would also satisfy the needs of others. How's that for a design philosophy? Works for us! 
 

Check out Ribisi in this video... If you're anything like the glasses, ltd. crew, one time won't be enough.



And now, back to our regularly scheduled blog: Patty Perreira and Giovanni designed the, suitably named, Ribisi with a retro feel. The glasses are crafted from Japnese zyl with vintage mineral glass lenses. The frames come in classic tortoise and Havana colors, as well as black and champagne. Trust us, you can't choose just one of these timeless treasures.

Stop into one of our stores to try on a pair. Bring your motorcycle and we'll let you film a short like Ribisi's on Michigan Ave.!

Signing off,
The glasses, ltd. Team

Trend Report: 2012 Fashion Week Round-Up

We have seen a lot--and I mean a lot--of various glasses trends from well-known Spring/Summer 2012-2013 fashion weeks around the globe. Overall, the frames have gotten edgier, while their interior counter parts have gotten lighter and more colorful. What's your favorite look?

Fendi/Milan

Giorgio Armani/ Milan

Gucci/Milan

Prada/Milan

Prada/Milan

Versace/Milan

Roberto Cavalli/Milan

Roberto Cavalli/Milan

Burberry/London

DVF/New York

DVF/New York

Show stopper: Fendi/Milan