A cult object
In the 1960s, with the appearance of new materials, eyewear designers opened up a world of customisation in sizes, colours and models. And the Wayfarer was born, the style of sunglasses that broke with traditional metal frames. Although this design was initially aimed at a male audience, it was soon adopted by Hollywood actresses such as Kim Novak and Marilyn Monroe, the woman who elevated them to cult status. The design of Wayfarer women’s glasses has undergone several modifications over the years. The initial designs were voluminous, like those worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s Diamond. But other more rectangular designs are also included in the Wayfarer women’s category. In short, an iconic and versatile design, which at Boval London we dress in colour to achieve plurality.
