L.G.R x Diane Von Furstenberg Collaboration
L.G.R & Diane von Furstenberg Collaborate To Create A Limited-Edition Pair Of Sunglasses To Celebrate The 50th Anniversary Of DVF’s Iconic Wrap Dress
“I have collected sunglasses since I was 13 years old, and really appreciate the quality and design of LGR. When its founder, Luca Gnecchi Rusconi, offered to honor me with a capsule collaboration for the 50th anniversary of my wrap dress I accepted with joy!” - Diane von Furstenberg
The capsule collection L.G.R presents three never-seen-before versions of the Raffaello L.G.R sunglasses, worn by Diane herself, in combinations of frames and lenses designed by Luca Gnecchi Ruscone and Diane von Furstenberg.
“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Diane for many years now, she’s been a dear friend of my mother and has always been someone I hold in high regard. I have profound admiration for her as a woman and a successful entrepreneur, and the prospect of collaborating with her has always been a dream of mine. The celebration of the Wrap Dress provided us with an ideal moment to come together and bring something extraordinary to life: given Diane’s consistent preference for L.G.R Raffaello sunglasses, it was only natural to make them the focal point of this capsule collection. The collaboration flowed seamlessly due to our shared appreciation for Italian artistry and a style ethos that blends past influences with forward-thinking designs.” - Luca Gnecchi Ruscone.
Each model of the collaboration capsule is made in an exclusive pattern of tortoiseshell cellulose acetate combined with gradient photochromic Barberini tempered mineral glass lenses. Color combinations include Havana Green with Bottle Green Gradient Photochromic, Havana Pink with Violet Gradient Photochromic, and Havana Black with Green g15 Gradient Photochromic.
Each features gold engravings on the inner temples of the L.G.R for DVF collaboration logo and the celebratory hashtag #Wrap50.
The sunglasses are housed in a chic Black Saffiano Leather case, featuring an adjustable strap that can be worn over the shoulder or crossbody. The case’s button closure also suits it perfectly for holding a smartphone. The customized packaging includes a microfiber pouch, a cleaning cloth, and a personalized box, all showcasing DVF’s 50th-anniversary print, crossword, as a distinctive element.
With a strong commitment to sustainability, each pair of sunglasses in the capsule collection has been carefully crafted with a focus on responsible development. This includes minimizing CO2 emissions by utilizing a short supply chain entirely within Italy, ensuring product longevity, and embracing a plastic-free approach.
