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Independent eyewear brands we have reviewed. The full directory covers 219 brands from around the world.

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Detour Sunglasses Detour Sunglasses offers a range of affordable eyewear appealing to both the snow and motor enthusastis. With a philosphy of 'Lifes to Short' and openly condemning Luxottica, Detour is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for style with a price to match.

Gast Eyewear Gast a Milan-based independent, founded in 2019, is an eyewear brand with a mission to offer high-quality, handmade, and affordable glasses. They challenge the market standards with their anti-industry pricing and aim to revolutionize the eyewear industry with modern fames at affordable prices.

WMP Eyewear Starting life as a small small family-owned business in Chicago, WearMe Pro Eyewear provide a great array of stylish eyewear at affordable prices.

Chimi Eyewear Chimi is an independent based eyewear brand founded in Stockholm, Sweden. With affordablity in mind, yet a premium look, design and feel, Chimi bridge the gap of style and affordability with its huge array of eyewear and sunglasses.

TIJN Eyewear Inspired by the cultural diversity and the everyday lives of people, TIJN Eyewear places a huge emphasis on challenging the consumerism that dominates luxury brands in the eyewear industry.

9Five Eyewear 9Five Eyewear take pride in having the world's finest handmade luxury sunglasses and prescription eyewear. Since 2009, 9FIVE has hand-crafted its eyewear from the finest materials bringing quality, detail and innovation at its highest standard.

Blake Kuwahara LA based designer with bold, thick frames. Sold via authorized resellers worldwide. No direct online sales.

Izipizi Eyewear Izipizi strives to bring smiles to as many people as possible through their creation of affordable and environmentally-friendly glasses that provide eye protection throughout every stage of life.

Jacques Marie Mage Captivating the world with their Japanese-made, limited edition eyewear Jacques Marie Mage focuses on small batch production with eyewear inspired by history and meaning. JMM has quickly become on the most most recognised eyewear brands in the world.

JINS Eyewear Founded in Japan and expanding to the US, offering inexpensive frame/lens combos in mostly traditional styles with features like blue light reduction. Available in Japan and online within the US. Retail locations in the US, Japan and China.

Native Sons How Good are Native Sons Eyewear? Discover the intricacies of a brand built on tradtional values with only the highest quality craftmanship in mind.

Maui Jims How Good are Maui Jims Eyewear one of the largest still indepednent eyeglasses brands on the market? We take a closer look at their range, quality and frames to see if they're the right fit for you.

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Reviews

Independent reviews of eyewear brands, scored on quality and design, choice and functionality, and value for money.

6.5

Published on March 18, 2023

Detour Sunglasses Review

How Good are Detour Sunglasses? We take a closer look at this eyeglasses brand, its range, frames, and if they're the right fit for you.

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8.3

Published on February 4, 2023

Gast Eyewear Review

How Good is Gast Eyewear? We take a closer look at this eyeglasses brand, its range, frames, and if they're the right fit for you.

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7.8

Published on November 16, 2022

WMP Eyewear Review

How Good are WMP Eyewear? We take a closer look at this eyeglasses brand, its range, frames, and if they're the right fit for you.

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Celebrity Eyewear

Discover the eyewear worn by some of your favorite celebrities in movies, films and TV series, from the beginning of cinema.

Published on October 16, 2023

Otis Sunglasses: To Cool for School. The Sunglasses Style of Sex Education

We try and identify the sunglasses brand of Otis Milburn as seen in the hit series Sex Education.

Published on September 26, 2023

Alain Delon Sunglasses: Timeless Sophistication in Eyewear

Classic Elegance: Unraveling the Sunglasses Brand(s) Worn by Icon Alain Delon across his huge array of film and cinema.

Published on September 26, 2023

Sneako Sunglasses: Off the Deep End with Sneako’s Sunglasses

Uncover the Mystery: Identifying and tracking down the Sunglasses Brand Sported by YouTuber, Idiot, and Misogynist Sneako.

Movies

Discover famous eyewear from famous movies.

Published on April 6, 2023

Adam Sandler Sunglasses: Exploring Adam Sandler's Sunglass Collection

Get the inside scoop on Adam Sandler's sunglasses in our latest article. Discover the signature brands and styles that define his iconic look.

Published on March 31, 2023

The Many Frames of Jeff Goldblum: A Guide to His Favorite Eyewear Brands

Get an inside look at Jeff Goldblum's iconic eyewear collection and learn about the different brands he loves to wear.

Published on March 27, 2023

James Bond Sunglasses: A Look Back Through The Lenses

We take a look back at the Different Shades of Bond & Identify the Rich History of Bond’s Sunglasses throughout his 60 Years in Cinema.

Characters

The glasses and sunglasses worn by famous characters from film, TV and comics.

Published on October 16, 2023

Otis Sunglasses: To Cool for School. The Sunglasses Style of Sex Education

We try and identify the sunglasses brand of Otis Milburn as seen in the hit series Sex Education.

Published on September 12, 2023

Julia Roberts Sunglasses: Identifying her Frames in Ticket to Paradise

Explore the iconic shades worn by the star in the hit movie. Discover the fashion behind her eyewear and step into the world of Hollywood.

Published on September 10, 2023

Michael Weston Sunglasses: Identifying his Burn Notice Shades

Unlock the Mystery of Michael Weston's Sunglasses in 'Burn Notice.' Dive into our guide to identify his iconic shades!

Buying Guides

Our picks of the best eyewear for a specific need.

Published on March 1, 2022

The Best Buffalo Horn Glasses

We check out the very best Buffalo Horn Eyewear which brands are best and why you should consider this unique material.

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Published on January 6, 2023

The Best Safety Glasses 2023

In this article, we discover the best fashionable safety eyewear in 2023. Discover our top 5 picks for protective eyewear that provides form and function.

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Guides

Practical advice on choosing, fitting and caring for your glasses and sunglasses.

Published on July 3, 2023

Parts of Glasses: Understanding the Different Parts of your Glasses

The Anatomy of Eyeglasses: Take a deep dive as we explain the various intricate components that make up your glasses.

Published on June 19, 2023

Army Sunglasses Regulation: What Sunglasses do they Wear?

AR 670-1 Standard meets fashion: Our guide to sunglasses in the army. Discover the importance of eyewear compliance, and find out which brands strike the perfect balance between regulations and style.

Published on March 7, 2023

Avulux Glasses Review: The New Solution to Migraines?

We take a closer look at the Avulux Migraine Glasses, the latest trend in helping you mitigate & potentially prevent migraines.

History

The stories behind the frames: brands that disappeared, cultural icons and eyewear through the decades.

Published on July 22, 2023

What happened to Killer Loop Sunglasses?

Dive into the intriguing history of Killer Loop, a once-thriving eyewear brand. Discover the untold story behind its disappearance.

Published on June 17, 2023

Raisin Bran Sunglasses: Sunglasses or Shadeless?

Unveiling the Raisin Bran Sun Mystery: Did the Iconic Character Ever Wear Sunglasses? Discover the Mandela Effect & its mystery.

Published on March 7, 2023

Presidential Sunglasses: The Sunglasses of US Presidents

Discover the world of presidential eyewear. From JFK to Obama. Explore the styles and brands worn by US presidents in our detailed article.