Vintage Christian Dior 2056 45D Butterfly Sunglasses | Optyl | Gold Tone Metal & Burgundy Arms | Rose Gradient Lenses | Made in Austria | 1980s-90s

The butterfly that defined '80s glamour. Can't you just picture them on a convertible ride with a silk scarf?

These are authentic vintage Christian Dior model 2056 butterfly sunglasses with a gold-tone metal frame, burgundy Optyl temple arms and rose-to-clear gradient lenses. The two lenses meet in a crossed "X" at the bridge, and open gold-tone wires sweep out to each hinge, trimmed with little gold-tone link details. The inside of the arms is printed Christian Dior with the Optyl logo on one side and CE, MADE IN AUSTRIA, CD 2056 45D 67□03 110 on the other. Optyl began making the 2056 in Austria in the early 1980s, and it's one of Dior's most recognized vintage eyewear shapes. The CE mark on this pair suggests it came from the later production run, in the 1990s.

• Material: Gold-tone metal frame with burgundy Optyl temple arms
• Maker: Christian Dior, made by Optyl (signed on both arms)
• Model: 2056, color 45D
• Era: 1980s design; the CE mark points to 1990s production
• Origin: Made in Austria
• Style: Oversized butterfly
• Lenses: Rose to clear gradient tint. In some light one lens can look a touch different in shade from the other. Not tested for prescription or UV protection
• Marked size: 67□03 110 (67 mm lens width, 3 mm bridge, 110 mm temple arm)
• Condition: Good, gently worn vintage condition with normal signs of use. The gold tone is lightly worn on the high points of the frame. Lenses show light scratches, spots and wear, the nose pads have yellowed with age, and there is some darkening along the inner edges where the lenses meet the frame. Burgundy arms are glossy with light wear. Please see photos, as they are part of the description

A true statement piece for collectors of vintage designer eyewear, or anyone who wants real Dior butterfly glamour.

Styling props shown in photos are not included.