Among opticians, we are not surprised by customers looking for " Le Corbusier-style frames ". The round, massive, dark and fitted optics of the famous French architect, whose 55th anniversary is being celebrated today, inspire men. " Le Corbusier's glasses are less round than they appear and therefore easier to wear," explains Yoan Benzaquen, artistic director of Marc Le Bihan, in Paris.It is slightly 'potatoid' and is suitable for rather angular faces. Its curve and the thickness of its branches make it possible to hide some faults. I do not recommend it for round and chubby faces: it is advisable to choose frames that are the opposite of the shape of your face. I also take the look of the person into account, I ask in which sector they operate: you have to assume such a choice of optics on a daily basis. But men have evolved a lot in this area! »Another professional advice: prefer tortoiseshell or honey acetate on fair skin, black on dark or tanned skin.
Le Corbusier 1950 model from Maison Bonnet Maison Bonnet
The French manufacturer, to whom Le Corbusier entrusted the realization of its custom-made frames, receives only by appointment in its boutiques in Paris and London. Two versions, the 1950 above and the 1965 are available in a wide choice of colors.
From 950 €, by appointment at Maison Bonnet
Corbs model by Lesca Lesca
The Parisian brand Lesca, which is inspired by celebrities and mythical films, reissues the Corbu's signature optics in horn and cellulose acetate identically.
Corbs model, 249 €, Lesca
Model Marcel de La Brigitte, The Opticians of the Bac The Opticians of the Bac
Manufactured in the heart of the Jura, in the cradle of glasses, the Marcel with the assertive curves of the La Brigitte brand, are worn equally by men and women.
Marcel model, 239 €, Bac opticians
Matsuda model M1016 on Ssense Ssense
Since the 1960s, Matsuda has combined innovative design and craftsmanship - all of the Japanese label's acetate models are hand-polished in Japan.
Model M1016, 685 €, Matsuda on Ssense
Cutler and Gross Model 1291V2 Cutler and Gross
Graham Cutler and Tony Gross contributed, from the end of the 1960s, to making glasses a fashion accessory.
Model 1291V2, 330 €, Cutler and Gross at Marc Le Bihan
Model P1 from Kuboraum on Matchesfashion.com Matchesfashion.com
The Berlin-based brand pushes the creativity slider with experimental shapes - on this P1 model, the metallic and streamlined temples contrast with the thick acetate of the frame.
Model P1, 506 €, Kuboraum on Matchesfashion.com
Arp model by Jacques Marie Mage at Marc Le Bihan Jacques Marie Mage
French living in Los Angeles, nourished by the aesthetics of the 1950s and 1960s, Jacques Marie Mage is on the rise. At Marc Le Bihan, his creations are snapped up in pre-sale and at a high price (limited editions reach € 1,500). This model, more refined than the one worn by Le Corbusier, flatters rounded faces.
Arp model, € 618, Jacques Marie Mage at Marc Le Bihan
Tom Ford at Grand Optical Grand Optical
Still portholes but tinged with fantasy, branded by Texan Tom Ford, with Klein blue temples.
309 €, Tom Ford at Grand Optical
Alf Alf's e18.01.001 model
The young brand Alf, which advocates French manufacture, gives its lighter and easy-to-wear version of Le Corbusier's glasses. Also available in dark tortoiseshell, the architect's favorite shade.
Model e18.01.001, 390 €, Alf
Moscot Moscot's Keppe model
The Lower East Side label, known for fitting the faces of American stars, is entering the race with this slightly angular model, to be worn adjusted on the face.
Keppe model, 280 €, Moscot