Eco eyewear for the conscious consumer
Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.
Clare V Heather sunglasses
These ’70s-inspired frames, available in mottled brown and pastels, are made from partially bio-based acetate and recycled scraps, while the UVA/UVB protection lenses are composed of Tritan Renew – plastic that uses 50 per cent recycled material in place of fossil-based resources. £175
Cubitts x Toast Frederick Redux sunglasses
The cult spectacle maker’s limited-edition collaboration with Toast sees frames crafted from discarded waste chips of cellulose acetate gathered from the workshop floor. £250
Stella McCartney Logo Chunky aviators
These oversized aviators are made from bio-acetate, a responsibly harvested natural wood pulp that the brand first debuted in 2012. £270
District Vision titanium eyewear
LA-based running brand District Vision debuts its high-performance eyewear with the Kohei Aero Blade Ti and Yusuke Alpine Blade Ti “goggles”, each made from ultra-lightweight, non-rusting and infinitely recyclable aerospace-grade titanium. $635
The Avantguard Sunflower sunglasses
The eyewear brand’s new Rewilding collection is handcrafted in microbatches in Japan using biodegradable, recycled or green plant-based acetates. Colourways span from Midnight Gloss to Caramel. £98
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