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Harry Potter’s glasses: why the round frames have become an icon

From cinema to music, round frames have stood the test of time. History, style and a tangible technical advantage for those with severe short-sightedness.

Vasco Rossi: the glasses that shaped the history of Italian rock

Aviator-style sunglasses, mirrored lenses and bold frames: Vasco Rossi’s rock-inspired eyewear style and two real-life interpretations in the Isolani catalogue.

Dua Lipa: the bold sunglasses of the Y2K generation

Dua Lipa and the Y2K aesthetic: face masks, cat-eye looks, bold shapes and real-life styles selected from the Isolani Boutique.

Iconic glasses in film and music

Three iconic styles: Harry Potter’s round glasses, the Blues Brothers’ Wayfarers and the Aviator, as told by Isolani.

Aviator: the design that defined an era and continues to set the standard for men’s style

From the cockpit to *Top Gun*: the history, style and contemporary interpretations of Aviator sunglasses, featuring actual models from the Isolani catalogue.

Bold Sunglasses: the shape that Lady Gaga turned into a style icon

Lady Gaga and Bold glasses: how thick frames, bold shapes and carefully considered proportions transform the frames into a style statement.

Wayfarer: from the iconic Blues Brothers to the stars who wear them today

From the Blues Brothers to the urban scene: the history, features and contemporary interpretations of Wayfarer sunglasses, with genuine models available in the Isolani catalogue.

Cinema-inspired glasses: iconic style and boutique

Isolani Boutique’s Guide to Cinema Sunglasses: Persol, Tom Ford, Saint Laurent, Prada and Miu Miu – from iconic style and the red carpet to everyday wear.

Quiet luxury in eyewear: Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent and Montblanc

‘Quiet luxury’ eyewear: Isolani Boutique’s guide to Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent and Montblanc, focusing on clean lines, materials and wearability.

Chloe and Gucci: women’s sunglasses that blend glamour and personality

Isolani Boutique’s guide to Chloe and Gucci: women’s sunglasses, glamorous styles, logos, proportions and how they suit different face shapes.