Back in ‘98 a few Englishmen known as The London Police headed out to Amsterdam, the world of illicit drugs and red light districts to revamp the aesthetically boring drug capital of the world. The city soon became marked by characters known “LADS”. From 2002 onwards, The London Police would send out representatives to all corners of the globe to mark the streets with LADS.
As part of Oakley’s Artist Series Collection, Oakley offered up a comprehensive package including not only signature GASCAN sunglasses but also CROWBAR googles, custom hoodie and a special zippered case with original The London Police artwork. The whole package is priced at $500 USD however the GASCAN will be available outside the package with a price of $170 USD.
Luxury eyewear brands Dita and familiar favorite Cazal teamed up to reproduce the popular vintage Cazal 902 style. Dita offered their own interpretation of the popular 902 style with exclusive colorways. The 902 originally debuted in 1982, enjoying a popular 14 year run before being discontinued. A release date is set for February 22nd of 2008. A special website has been created for this release and can be seen at CazalxDita.
Sharing a common agenda of creating high quality and sophisticated pieces for the market, it was only a matter of time before Mosley Tribes and Hardy Blechman’s maharishi teamed up for this limited edition sunglass release. Aside from the clothing and art exploits of maharishi, Hardy Blechman worked extensively on DPM, a book outlining the history and styles of camouflage over the years and the evolution of its uses into civilian society. Mosley Tribes emerged from the shadows of Oliver Peoples to create a new brand with different inspirations. This collaborative eyewear set takes into account maharishi’s refined nature incorporating intricate detailing. Three separate exchangeable lenses are available, Shooter Yellow, Silver Mirror and Grey Gradient. Available this Friday at maharishi, Barney’s Co-op and other fine retailers.
Japanese optics label Optec Japan originally began in 1911 and now undertakes a huge part in the planning, design work and manufacturing of eyewear frames for a series of big name labels most notably Paul Smith and Oliver Peoples. Japanese label Lad Muscician teamed up to create two pairs of sunglasses. Each frame features slightly over-sized lenses in either clear or black colors.
Bounty Hunter’s latest releases have yielded a score of glasses and sunglasses for the season. Two different styles were created, the BxH#007 and the BxH#008. The BxH#007 is available both in sunglasses and glasses form. The BxH#008 sunglasses are a modification of the traditional aviator shape with thicker frames. Look for these to drop at select Bounty Hunter stores.
California based sunglass label Sabre have released their favorite style, "The Dude" in zebra print. Drawing inspiration from the classic wayfarer, these frames sport a more modern look with a squarer form. Available soon through Sabre accounts. Retail price is $85 USD.
