Maison Salanson vintage sunglasses: artisanal elegance and precious sobriety

Discreet yet unique, Maison Salanson embodies the spirit of French luxury , where craftsmanship takes precedence over fashion trends. Its vintage sunglasses, often rare and little-known to the general public, seduce with their purity of lines, the finesse of the materials and a timeless elegance . At Vision Janine , we carefully restore these pieces to revive a confidential and authentic heritage.

🧬 DNA of Maison Salanson: discretion, rigor and excellence

Maison Salanson has always cultivated a taste for balanced shapes , quality finishes and elegance without ostentation. Its frames are designed as durable objects, with sober lines but great aesthetic precision . We find the refinement of French craftsmanship , far from ephemeral trends.

📜 A discreet house, a heritage of fine eyewear

Mainly active between the 1960s and 1980s, Maison Salanson produced high-quality eyewear, often distributed in high-end optical stores or in small batches. Each pair is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to last —a rare and precious approach today.

🔎 Vintage glasses sought after by lovers of rare pieces

Salanson sunglasses appeal to aesthetes and collectors alike for their refined minimalism , comfort, and discreet yet impeccable manufacturing quality . They are stylish objects for those who know how to see the exception in simplicity.

👓 Focus on iconic Maison Salanson models

• Gold or silver metal frames , fine and refined

• Pantos or rectangular shapes , with retro elegance

• Combined models : acetate and metal, for more contrast

• Sober colors : champagne, tobacco, glossy black, discreet tortoiseshell

• Classic tinted lenses , in harmony with the frame

💸 Confidential luxury at the right price

🎯 Our vintage Maison Salanson models are offered between €120 and €220 , a price which reflects:

• The rarity of original frames , often produced in small series

• The artisanal restoration work , faithful to the spirit of the house

• The installation of new, suitable and elegant UV400 sunglasses

• Demanding quality control to ensure comfort and durability

🔧 A respectful and expert restoration

Our artisan eyewear makers take the time to restore all their shine to these rare glasses:

• Deep cleaning of noble materials

• Gentle polishing to preserve original patinas

• Precise straightening , screws, hinges, adjustments

• Installation of new solar lenses (CR39, mineral or polycarbonate)

• Rigorous final aesthetic and technical control

🌿 Choosing Salanson: an aesthetic and responsible approach

Choosing a vintage Maison Salanson pair means:

• Support sustainable fashion , against the uniformity of fast fashion

• Preserving a French artisanal heritage , made of discretion and high standards

• Adopt a sober and cultured style , far from the noise

🧐 Did you know?

Few people know this, but Maison Salanson often collaborated with independent opticians and French workshops to produce high-quality series, at a time when “made in France” was the standard of excellence in eyewear.

💎 Why collect Maison Salanson glasses?

• For their discreet and elegant refinement

• For their quality of artisanal manufacturing

• For their historical value and rarity on the vintage market

• For a sober, cultured, timeless style