Chanel Sunglasses Collection – Vision Janine

French chic, between modernity and heritage

A symbol of timeless elegance and French refinement, Chanel has embodied a vision of luxury that is at once refined, bold, and feminine for over a century. With this collection of restored vintage sunglasses, Vision Janine highlights the Parisian fashion house's optical heritage: rare pieces with a bold couture style and a discreet yet inimitable charm.

🧬 DNA of the house of Chanel

Founded in 1910 by Gabrielle Chanel, the fashion house revolutionized style by liberating women's bodies and images. Chanel applies the same principles to the world of eyewear: understated lines, high-quality materials, subtle details, and a stately bearing.

Since the late 1980s, Chanel sunglasses have become fashion accessories in their own right, driven by Karl Lagerfeld. They are distinguished by their couture silhouette, their understated opulence, and the sparing but striking use of the “CC” logo.

📜 An optical story between sobriety and prestige

The first Chanel glasses appeared in the late 1980s. Produced in Germany or Italy, they were immediately recognizable by their visual signature: rounded or butterfly shapes, black or ivory frames, and a sparingly integrated logo.

Certain styles, such as the round "CHANEL PARIS" glasses worn on the catwalks in the early 1990s, have become cult classics. Chanel's style is based on a subtle balance between French classicism and discreet baroque touches.

🔎 Chanel today: between heritage and desirability

Still produced by Luxottica, Chanel's current eyewear remains faithful to the house's spirit: masterful shapes, noble materials, couture details (chains, pearls, braided leather). But it's the rare and well-preserved vintage models that fascinate collectors.

Their appeal lies in their quality of manufacture, the restraint of their design and their direct link to the house's ready-to-wear collections in the 80s and 90s.

👓 Focus on iconic Chanel models

• Oversized 90s rounds : in black acetate, with “CHANEL PARIS” inscription on the lenses

• Models with “CC” logo on the temples : discreet but powerful, in gold or silver

• Sophisticated cat-eye : feminine and racy silhouette, often in black, amber or ivory

• Minimalist rectangular frames : typical of the late 90s

• Combined metal and acetate models : for a sober and precious look

💸 How much does a pair of vintage Chanel glasses cost?

Between €180 and €400, depending on rarity, condition and complexity of restoration.

This price includes:

• An authentic Chanel frame , carefully selected

• Professional restoration work (cleaning, polishing, adjustment)

• Installation of new sunglasses (CR39, mineral or polycarbonate), UV400 protection

• Complete quality control to guarantee comfort and aesthetics

🔧 A high-end restoration

Each pair is restored in our workshop with method and precision:

• Deep cleaning of the frame

• Respectful polishing , without altering the original material

• Technical repairs (hinges, screws, alignment)

• New sunglasses , in the spirit of the model

• Controlled finishes to ensure wearability and elegance

🌿 Sustainable and committed luxury

Choosing a restored vintage Chanel means opting for:

• An exceptional object , steeped in history

• Circular fashion , far from overproduction

• An artisanal ethic , respectful of style and material

• A rare and precious piece , both heritage and current

🧐 Did you know?

Chanel glasses from the 1990s were sometimes marked with the full name “CHANEL PARIS” on the lenses. This detail, now highly sought after, is a testament to the fashion house's strong, couture spirit under Karl Lagerfeld.

💎 Why collect Chanel glasses?

• For their timeless style , recognizable without ostentation

• For their manufacturing quality , often made in Italy or Germany

• For their couture heritage , linked to the great years of the house

• For their versatility : they flatter all silhouettes

• To choose responsible, reinvented and accessible luxury

Chanel is elegance without the fuss. And each pair restored at Vision Janine pays homage to this French rigor, this enduring chic, worn yesterday by icons and today by those who desire fashion full of meaning.