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For four generations the Goldsmith family have been creating incredible eyewear that has pushed the boundaries of expectation, self expression and individuality. During her childhood Claire was surrounded by a sense of what her family were doing. “I used to pore over the pictures of iconic celebrities and models wearing Goldsmith glasses. Michael Caine, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Peter Sellers, were the poster boys and girls for style defining eyewear. I wanted to try to continue the Legacy of Goldsmith eyewear. ”
ORIGINATORS OF FASHION EYEWEAR
First to see glasses as fashion accessories, first to make sunspecs, first to make ‘winter sunglasses’, . . . first to work alongside fashion houses to create one-off pieces for the catwalks, first to appear in Vogue and Queen, and first to be endorsed by celebrities and Royals, OG pioneered a whole new concept. Eye Wear. Sunglasses continued to gain high profile status during the 1960’s & 1970’s and a selection of unusual designs started to appear. OG’s were becoming not only a means of protecting eyes from the sun, but also a fashion statement. Dress designers such as Dior and Givenchy commissioned Goldsmith to create frames that would complement their seasonal collections. The stars regularly visited Goldsmith’s Poland Street showroom included Grace Kelly, Peter Sellers, Nancy Sinatra, Ursula Andress and Nina Simone. The visitors’ book they autographed can still be seen in the OG showroom today.
CG: A NEW GENERATION
For Claire and her team of eyewear enthusiasts, it’s been a natural progression from working with Oliver Goldsmith’s incredible archive of vintage frames, to wanting to launch new collections of both sun and optical designs. “We cannot help but create! Simply developing and refining the classics leads to a desire to re-work them and in turn that leads to totally new designs which clearly carry a contemporary aesthetic. We have to explore our curiosity using up-to-date technologies and experimenting with alternative materials. I feel that our journey of discovery with the CG brand has only just begun. ”
INSPRIATION
CG designs are very much inspired by British history and heritage. Claire, a Londoner born and bred, takes concepts from the past and carefully applies them today to achieve an unmistakable British aesthetic.
Looking back at fashion, automotive, architecture and industry along with the many British cult movements such as mods and rockers, Claire uses this rich past as the core of the design process making for a stylistically dynamic collection.
HANDMADE BY CRAFTSMEN
Some things however, will never change. We will always work exclusively with skilled craftsmen. Some of those craftsmen will be here in England having made frames their whole lives. Some will be Italy - the country that literally created eyewear with flair. Some of them will be in Japan where technology in manufacturing leads the way. Others will be in Germany where precision & excellence is standard.
NO COMPROMISE
We will only ever use the best people, in the best factories working with the best materials. Goldsmith glasses will never be anything less that the best. Whether we work with the wonderful and charismatic Italians , the accurate and well built Germans, the technologically advanced Japanese, or just simply making our frames right here in England, we will always ensure the quality and design excellence of the product is unmistakably there.
CG: LEGACY COLLECTION
The Claire Goldsmith: LEGACY collection pays homage to the spirit of vintage styling combining old school manufacturing techniques with a distinctive contemporary aesthetic.
No logos allow the design and the wearer’s individual style to speak for itself.
Perfect balance, highest grade lenses, finest raw materials, all made by craftsmen who are eyewear specialists ensure that these are the finest glasses money can buy.
We think them of as Modern Classics. Uniquely sculptured temples, extremely comfortable and noticeable for the right reasons, CG: Legacy is everything you would expect from a Goldsmith product.
Reviews
@talikogan wears Winter Sun. ⠀ ⠀ All Winter Sun frames are slightly smaller in size than their original design, perfect for anyone that wants that oversized eyewear look, in a frame that feels more modest in size.
https://www.olivergoldsmith.com/s…/wome ns/womens-winter-sun/
Lovely little bit of trivia from our friends at Cubitts!
With four generations of history behind us, our story is one that we never get bored of telling. So, if you have some time to kill, why not grab a cup of tea and get comfy?⠀ ⠀ Established in 1926, this is the story of one family’s mission to change the way we see the world through eyewear design and innovation. Eyewear that pushes the boundaries of expectation, self-expression and individuality.⠀ ⠀ Head to the brand new ‘OUR STORY’ section on our website to read more: https://www.olivergoldsmith.com/about/
The LORD, one of our most iconic frames.⠀ ⠀ Originally worn by the one and only Michael Caine whilst being photographed by the celebrated photographer David Bailey. It’s strong angles and classic 1960’s shaping make it one of our most popular styles.⠀ ⠀ Now available in our Winter Sun collection, designed with a tint that aimed to relax the eyes and intended to remove the brightness of interior lights or the suns glare on a winter’s day. The tint can even be used to ease the ...strain on eyes from digital devices. ⠀
https://www.olivergoldsmith.com/product/l ord-ws/
📷 by @rkzuk for @therake
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Dressing the faces of some of the most famous and iconic names in history, since 1926.⠀ ⠀ Keith Richards, of The Rolling Stones, wears YUHU in 1968.
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The story of one family’s mission to change the way we see the world, told by Claire Goldsmith.
The MANHATTAN, an elegant frame, almost as famous as the actress who wore it.
A style that has gone on to inspire countless interpretations, but nothing comes close to the fit, quality, and comfort of the original.
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The Winter Sun Collection was a concept originally devised by Oliver Goldsmith back in 1969.
The frames feature lightly tinted sun lenses, formally known as ‘cosmetic lenses’. They were designed with a tint that aimed to relax the eyes and intended to remove the brightness of interior lights or the suns glare on a winter’s day.
Read more here: http://ow.ly/xlvU50yF1oG
Have you seen our newest Winter Sun colours?
We've pulled together everything you need to know about how, when, and where to wear them here: http://ow.ly/p0WV50yyIVz
The OG decades collection celebrates our epic journey of eyewear design and innovation.
Nine original sunglasses, each one honouring a decade of our existence.
The 2000s, pictured, features a floating lens and a unique acetate brow line. Taking inspiration from two vintage styles, the cat-eye and the wayfarer, it's the perfect tribute to the decade in which retro was revived.
... Explore the decades collection: http://ow.ly/tA5350yxgz6
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We love being British, quirks and all.
We've pulled together everything you need to know about one of our favourite days of the year, Pancake Day.
So, join us this February 25th, to celebrate a day of British foible, and flip a pancake with us!
... https://www.olivergoldsmith.com/jou…/fo r-the-love-of-brits/…
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From our decades collection, The 1980s frame is a homepage to the 80s era, and the classic Wayfarer.
A timeless silhouette, as popular today as it was in the 80s.
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London, through the eyes of a Londoner.
Go on a whistle-stop tour around London with Claire Goldsmith and Dress To Kill Magazine.
https://dresstokillmagazine.com/insiders- guide-london-wit…/…
Jackie O, in OOPS by Oliver Goldsmith.
Classic 70s design. Big, bold, and beautiful.
Get Jackie O's style: http://ow.ly/tI4H50yidUQ
Personalise your Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses, for free, as our gift to you this Valentines (normally £30).
Have up to 3 initials foil stamped by hand, in either silver or gold.
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... *Available on selected sunglasses, until Sunday 16th February. Personalised items are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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In 1926, P. Oliver Goldsmith began making eyewear from his studio in London.
That same year, Fred Stingemore created the second ever design of the London tube map. Neater, and easier to interpret than the first, this new version included outer London stations such as Edgware and Richmond, promoting a sense of community between inner and outer London.
What differences can you spot between today and 1926?
Looking for a Valentines gift?
An Oliver Goldsmith e-gift card can be ordered from the comfort of your home, and be delivered by e-mail.
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