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Eight Clear-framed Sunglasses by Ami Kealoha
by Piera Gelardi
See-through specs have been popping up everywhere lately and old-school opticians Moscot recently released their limited-edition Nebb style inspired by fashion designer Chris Benz. These translucent shades comes in hues of cornflower blue, lavender, yellow, and amber. There are only 200 of each being produced so here are four other options for crystal-clear vision.
Clockwise from top left:
Moscot
Nebb Limited-Edition Sunglasses, $220, available at Moscot.
Grey Ant
Status Sunglasses, $253, available at Revolve Clothing.
Topshop
Contrast Lens Sunglasses, about $40, available at Topshop.
Costalots
Sunglasses, $196, available Oak.
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