Two pair of sunglasses which are authentic icons of Porsche Desing and which have been now presented in an improved and contemporary version.
A new generation for an iconic model
The model 8478 was originally brought to market in 1978 and it has been now redesigned to be adapted to the last technologic advances and nowadays necessities (All this without renouncing to a retro style).
Porsche Design 8478
Nevertheless Porsche has gone beyond by totally reinterpreting the design transforming it in a symbol of avant-garde. We are talking about the new and awarded model 8678. This model is a pioneer in its shape, function and materials. It is a flash of what Porsche glasses will be in the future and it represents the values of the brand “Porsche Design” to the smallest details.
Porsche Design 8678
On one hand, the frame is made of extremely light and resistant titanium. At first sight the refined design of each of the parts of the frame can be appreciated. Regarding the lenses it is important to highlight that they are made of scratch resistant polycarbonate, unbreakable and with 100% UVA protection. However the most interesting characteristic of these lenses is the availability to change them easily.
Thanks to a mechanism specially designed for that purpose, the lenses can be separated from the frames and they can be substituted by other ones. In this way the user can adapt the glasses to the different light conditions or just do it for aesthetic purposes.
The philosophy of Porsche Design is guided by its rich legacy
When we hear the word “Porsche” the first idea that comes to our mind is the German company which produces high luxury cars. Nevertheless, although Porsche Design shares part of its history with automobiles, it is a brand which works completely separated: It is a prestigious design studio with a legacy of more than 40 years.
Ferdinand Alexander Porsche
Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, founder of the studio, is the designer of Porsche 911, the car which has achieved most success in the German motoring and the model which built up the legend of the brand. Nevertheless for Ferdinand his greatest hit has been to create an Industrial design studio with the best team and create all type of products following the brand philosophy. Since 2003 this studio has created fashion products, luxury accessories, watches, jewelry, electronic devices and, of course, glasses.
«Design is not simply art, it is elegance of function». —Ferdinand Alexander Porsche
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