There was never much fear that the Linda Farrow label would fade into vintage obscurity when show stopping designs like this were being produced. Outrageous sport ski visors like this were not especially unusual in the 80s but they were in the context of the fashion market. So it serves as some testament to her love affair with innovation that she created this design despite having no stake in the sportswear market. The Linda Farrow label has had a number of stages so far, beginning in 1970 until the founder retired in the 1980’s. This period is best known for the legendary Model 6031 worn by Scarface himself in the cult movie. The second phase of the brand was a re-launch by her son, some 15 years after she retired. Unlike his mother, he is not a designer, so the company then progressed by collaborating with major players in the eyewear design world ( Jeremy Scott, Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim, Dries Van Noten, Erdem, Matthew Williamson, The Row etc) in other words, this pair was actually designed by Linda Farrow herself. They are a genuine unsearchable vintage rarity, not to be confused with contemporary reproductions by The Linda Farrow company itself, or anyone else. We specialise in this initial Linda Farrow period of the 70s & 80s & have several dozen in the shop with which to compare. Very good overall condition. Some surface marks on the lenses from imperfect storage packaging of a bygone era including the unfortunate mark of ‘arm touching the lens when folded back’ which is unavoidable in this design, however the mirror glaze at the front is not affected. There’s no original case, but they will be meticulously packed in a hard case. frame width (outside widest point): 141mm frame height: 63mm temple length (from the hinge & including ear bend): 130mm inside hinge to hinge: 134mm Shipping guidelines Uk combined up to 3 items for stated price. + 2 for each extra item. Europe & USA & the rest of the world; stated price + 2 for each extra item. UK 1st class recorded. Approximately 2 days. UK Express. 1 day. This is a prohibitively expensive service. Europe EU. Approximately 7 to10 days. Europe Non EU. Approximately 7 to10 days. North America. Approximately 10 to 14 days. Rest of the World. Approximately 10 to 14 days. Returns accepted within seven days of receiving. Buyer must pay for return postage. Ref: 53-17 Linda Farrow Vintage 80’s Visor Mask Sunglasses Model 49. Matt Tiger Curve Top Sport Ski Shield With Gold Mirror Lenses. Luxe Gallery
