Oscar Deen Sunglasses Review

BACKSTORY

Oscar Deen, an independent UK eyewear brand, was founded in 2015 by friends Oscar Phillips and Sherriff-Deen Showobi. after a chance meeting with an eyewear collector, the pair scoured European flea markets, private collections, and archives of their favorite King’s Cross store to find inspiration to design their own frames. They updated vintage classics with modern detail, and Oscar Deen was born.

They loved the idea of turning old, classic gems into something new and exciting without discarding their history. They utilized traditional eyewear materials with modern-day construction features for a high-quality product. The duo collaborated with legend Mazzucchelli, an Italian company making eyewear since 1849. 

Defined by a chic style and a hint of nostalgia, Oscar Deen frames are made with an Italian acetate that is organic, nontoxic, and biodegradable. The frames are hand crafted designs while the lenses are made in London from organic lightweight CR-39 plastic, coated for ultraviolet light-blocking sun protection and are lightweight and sturdy.

The creative pair continue to travel Europe to find the latest additions to add to their treasure chest of inspiring, cool, and beautiful frames.

These sunglass frames are high-quality with unique designs perfect for every face shape and are unisex, so very inclusive. Below are some of our favorite styles and colors but there are many more to choose from.

OD Morris

Morris Frames were a brainstorm hailing from Kings Cross, London. Based on the 1950s American ‘Safety Series’ vintage, the lens depth has been increased to allow for the hard lines to blend into the elegant silhouette style frames, with a hint of brow inclined borrowed from German design.

Makes you serious but approachable.

OD Fraser

Fraser sunglasses were discovered deep in the arches of North London, with delicate lines and a strong brow these 1960s Italian bifocal styles are like aviators. The squared-off lenses are softened by an angled central brow detailing.

Will make you the center of attention.

OD Nelson

Nelson frames were inspired by a tip that took the founders to a beachside market in Barcelona, Spain. In the 1950s Americana style reminiscent of standard army issue, the face has been broadened, the bridge keyholed and the brow softened.

Makes you look completely in control of the moment.

OD Carril

Carril was inspired digging through the Mercado De Carril of Madrid. These form-fitting style 70’s Americana frames mean business. Boxed-off hinge lugs and softened brow angles make a look for business mixed with a little pleasure.

Gives you a mysterious look – serious or fun?

OD Pinto

Pinto was inspired by a pair found in the flea markets in Paris, made in France during the 1940s. The keyhole bridge is slightly raised, while the lower frame mirrors the top for a modern look.

These have the European feel so elusive, so hard to achieve – add these and you’ve got it.

GOOD TO KNOW

The Frame Details

Oscar Deen brand is all about the details, from the frame stem and hinge to the eyewear case.

Oscar Deen stamps its brand on every frame with its initials found on every pair of frame stems. They also have an arrow pattern seen through the acetate on a side view. Beautifully crafted hinges complete the hardware.

Oscar Deen Eyewear Case Included

The handmade OD case is made from 2 pieces of recycled composite leather and 4 brass rivets with one brass stud, by mate Otis Ingrams, a London leatherworks artisan.

FREE Global Shipping

Free global shipping is standard. All non-prescription orders ship within 3 working days. UK Delivery times 3 - 5 working days from order. This varies for other countries. Free global shipping for prescription lens orders. Ships 7 - 10 days from the date ordered.

Lifetime Warranty

If you buy your Oscar Deen frames directly through OD and they get damaged in any way, they will replace them for free.

No Fuss 14-Day Return

You are responsible for paying for your shipping costs for returning items.

Prescription Refunds

For refunds on orders including a prescription, only the value of the frames minus the cost of the prescription lenses will be refunded.

On Sale items

Only regular-priced items may be refunded, unfortunately, sale items are Final Sale and cannot be refunded.

In the end – Final Thoughts

Oscar Deen has high-quality frames, lenses and sunglasses with unique designs. You are sure to find a style you like and take on a chic European influenced look with a note of English, French and American history. Wow that’s a lot to find in a pair of sunglasses.

Don a pair of Oscar Deen’s and upgrade yourself with a manufacturer from the mid 1800’s and the contempory view of a pair of original London millennials.