Vintage 1970s Ted Lapidus sunglasses with oversized butterfly frames, soft gray coloring, gold metal accents, and brown rose toned gradient lenses.
These authentic Ted Lapidus sunglasses capture the couture glamour of 1970s French eyewear, with a dramatic oversized butterfly silhouette and sculptural gray frames accented by polished gold tone metal details. The lenses have a warm brown gradient with a subtle rose tone, a period appropriate color treatment that complements the soft gray frame beautifully.
The glasses are marked Ted Lapidus inside one arm. Additional markings are present but too faint to read clearly. They are handmade in France and date to the 1970s, when Ted Lapidus eyewear was associated with bold Parisian style, high society dressing, and movie star glamour.
The frame is well made, with cushioned hinges designed for comfort and fit. The frames are in great vintage condition overall. One lens has a visible rub mark from long term storage, noted for accuracy and shown in the photos.
Details:
- Designer: Ted Lapidus
- Era: 1970s
- Origin: Handmade in France
- Style: Oversized butterfly sunglasses
- Frame Color: Gray with gold tone metal accents
- Lens Color: Brown gradient with a slight rose tone
- Markings: Ted Lapidus inside the arm; additional faint marks present
- Measurements: Tallest point of frame at each side measures approximately 63mm
- Condition: Great vintage condition overall. One lens has a rub mark from long term storage. Please review photos for details.
Bold, sculptural, and unmistakably 1970s, these Ted Lapidus sunglasses bring French couture drama to warm weather styling, collector eyewear displays, or a statement vintage accessories wardrobe.