Aviators with blue polarized lenses are an updated archival model from the 1970s, created in collaboration with the Stone Island team. The accessory is made of thin light metal, yellow temples are made of translucent acetate. Hand-bolted with miniature bolts, the bridge has been treated with quartz to give it a matte finish. The iconic stylized arrow stands out in brilliance against the sandblasted shackles
A partnership between Stone Island and Persol brings a new limited edition sunglasses to life. “Designed specifically for this collaboration,” the note says, “the model from the Persol archives dates back to the 70s. Eyewear that combines the spirit and excellence of two Italian brands. In particular, this collaboration, inspired by the world of aviation and directly related to workwear, uses the same equipment that was used to create the original Persol models.”
“I have always had great respect for Persol for its long history, consistency and ability to maintain strong roots in the past,” said Carlo Rivetti, Creative Director and President of Stone Island. We have worked together with the enthusiasm and ease of those who share the same values, putting the product at the center of everything, through human capabilities and technology, with relentless attention to detail and functionality. The result is a perfect meeting place for Persol and Stone Island, different realities but with a strong shared feeling.”
The model features a pilot shape with a profile characterized by a metal bridge with visible screws, handcrafted with great attention to detail to ensure maximum workmanship without sacrificing style. The metallic frame features Persol's iconic stylized hands on the temples with Meflecto technology and yellow terminals with an integrated Stone Island wind rose, from which blue polarized lenses stand out, engraved with the logos of two brands, one on each lens. . Single model with single color option.