Oliver Peoples
TO BE THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS & CULTURALLY
DISTINCTIVE EYEWEAR BRAND IN THE WORLD
Oliver Peoples started in 1986 when opticians Larry and Dennis Leight fulfilled their dream and opened their first optical boutique on legendary Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, California. Earlier that year, they purchased an estate collection of vintage American-made eyewear. The assortment included thousands of beautifully filigreed rimless and metal frames, including clip-on metal sunglasses produced by iconic American companies, such as by Bausch & Lomb and American Optical. All the frames were unworn, in mint condition and in their original packaging. It was a goldmine for the Leight’s, given their love for 1940s -1960s eyewear.
It was then that their vision was realized: to design a collection of eyewear, implement innovative marketing strategies, and create a unique retail experience in their own gallery-like setting.
Larry’s designs and unique philosophy have changed the course of eyewear and influenced designers around the world. His designs have been featured on the faces of top models in several of the most recognized fashion magazines globally. He collaborated on the launch of Prada, MiuMiu, Jil Sander, Helmut Lang, and Vera Wang’s eyewear brands. He is also one of the first eyewear designers to be elected as a member of the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America). His opinion and expertise in the field of eyewear design is sought after worldwide.
Oliver Peoples prides itself on the tastemakers around the world who have adopted our brand and believe in it. We strive to maintain an element of exclusivity and discretion that separates us from other designer eyewear brands. Many people often ask, “Why isn’t there a logo on the outside of the frame?” The answer is simple: the design and discoverability factor attracts people to the brand.
Oliver Peoples started in 1986 when opticians Larry and Dennis Leight fulfilled their dream and opened their first optical boutique on legendary Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, California. Earlier that year, they purchased an estate collection of vintage American-made eyewear. The assortment included thousands of beautifully filigreed rimless and metal frames, including clip-on metal sunglasses produced by iconic American companies, such as by Bausch & Lomb and American Optical. All the frames were unworn, in mint condition and in their original packaging. It was a goldmine for the Leight’s, given their love for 1940s -1960s eyewear.
It was then that their vision was realized: to design a collection of eyewear, implement innovative marketing strategies, and create a unique retail experience in their own gallery-like setting.
Larry’s designs and unique philosophy have changed the course of eyewear and influenced designers around the world. His designs have been featured on the faces of top models in several of the most recognized fashion magazines globally. He collaborated on the launch of Prada, MiuMiu, Jil Sander, Helmut Lang, and Vera Wang’s eyewear brands. He is also one of the first eyewear designers to be elected as a member of the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America). His opinion and expertise in the field of eyewear design is sought after worldwide.
Oliver Peoples prides itself on the tastemakers around the world who have adopted our brand and believe in it. We strive to maintain an element of exclusivity and discretion that separates us from other designer eyewear brands. Many people often ask, “Why isn’t there a logo on the outside of the frame?” The answer is simple: the design and discoverability factor attracts people to the brand.
