Rick Owens
Fog Sunglasses
The Fog Sunglasses by Rick Owens are glossy black acetate wraparound sunglasses featuring narrow rectangular grey-tinted lenses that provide UVA and UVB protection. They include an integrated single-piece bridge, wide temples, and come with a signature leather case. Made in Italy, the frame measures 86mm in lens width, 20mm bridge, and 117mm temple length.
- Material
- Acetate frame
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- gothic, minimalist, futuristic, experimental
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Avant-garde acetate sunglasses with linear design, futuristic aesthetic, and UV protection. Made in Italy with signature leather case.
Acetate frame, UVA/UVB protection, linear design, signature leather case, made in Italy.
- Material
- Acetate frame
- Style
- gothic, minimalist, futuristic, experimental
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- acetate frame
- UVA and UVB protection
- signature leather case included
- made in Italy
- linear design
- avant-garde aesthetic
- futuristic vibe
- eye width: 86 mm
- bridge: 20 mm
- temple: 117 mm
- minimalist lines
- gothic monochromatic flavor
- raw and unique design
Product Insights
The Fog Sunglasses by Rick Owens offer an immersive visual experience through dark lens tint that desaturates vision into a monochromatic palette, combined with 86mm wrap lenses for deep peripheral coverage and side UV protection. The heat-adjustable acetate frame with 117mm temples ensures a personalized, secure fit, though the 86mm eye width is best suited for broader faces—narrower faces may not achieve a full seal.
Verified claims
- Tint effect
- Dark lens tint desaturates vision into a monochromatic palette.
- UV protection
- Lenses meet UVA/UVB standards, wrap adds side UV protection.
- Peripheral coverage
- 86 mm wrap lenses block peripheral light for immersive view.
- Wrap coverage
- Wrap fit provides deep peripheral coverage and boosts UV protection.
- Fit customization
- Heat-adjustable acetate frame allows optician to customize fit at front arc, temples, and bridge.
- Frame Fit
- 117mm temples and heat-adjustable acetate frame create a personalized, secure fit.
- Face Shape
- 86mm eye width best for broader faces; narrower faces may not achieve full seal.
Product record
- Title
- Fog Sunglasses
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 750 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What the 'Fog' lens tint does for visibility
- Despite the avant-garde framing, the lenses meet the same UVA/UVB optical protection standard as performance sunglasses, so the dark tint reduces visible glare while shielding eyes from ultraviolet damage.
- The dark lens tint transforms the wearer's field of vision into a moody, desaturated palette, turning the act of wearing the sunglasses into an experiential extension of Rick Owens' signature gothic aesthetic.
How the wrap-around design wears on different face shapes
- At 117 mm, the temples are notably shorter than the 135–145 mm typical of most fashion frames, which pulls the curved front snug against the face and reduces forward sliding — a deliberate engineering choice that keeps the wrap silhouette securely seated during dynamic wear.
- The generous 86 mm lens width extends coverage deep into the peripheral field, where the frame's forward-curving geometry blocks side light and wind that flat fronts miss — delivering a more immersive, wrap-like visual experience without bulk.
- Because acetate softens under controlled heat, the front arc can be adjusted by an optician to increase or relax the wrap tension, effectively personalizing how tightly the lenses hug the cheeks and brows — a customization beyond basic temple bending.
- While the lenses filter UVA and UVB, the wrap-around stance closes the gap between frame and face, significantly reducing unfiltered side radiation — boosting effective protection beyond what a flat-lens frame could deliver under the same conditions.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Glossy black plastic sunglasses shown from a low three-quarter front angle; narrow horizontal rectangular lenses set in a thick wraparound frame with wide temples.
- Overall shapeLow-profile wraparound sunglasses with a continuous thick brow and narrow, elongated rectangular lenses; temples are wide and taper slightly toward the tips.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.35 (high) - Frame material and finishHigh-gloss black plastic frame with smooth reflective surfaces visible on the brow, bridge and temples.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.30 (high) - Lens appearanceFlat, slightly curved grey-tinted lenses that sit flush within the frame openings; lens color appears uniform and muted.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.53 · w 0.36 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.53 · w 0.44 · h 0.25 (high) - Bridge and nose areaIntegrated single-piece bridge formed as part of the frame with a slight inward curve at the nose area; no visible separate nose pads.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (medium) - Temple interior text“Cursive text printed on the inner side of the left temple, partially legible.”Partial
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium) - Temple hinge detailVisible metal hinge area at the junction of the front frame and left temple; hinge is recessed into the frame.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.50 · w 0.08 · h 0.07 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a pale neutral background with soft shadows; three-quarter front viewpoint slightly elevated from the product plane.
- Shot compositionSunglasses placed on a flat surface and photographed from a low angle showing the front and outer side of the right temple.
- Background and surfaceEven light grey background and surface with a soft drop shadow beneath and to the right of the glasses.
- LightingSoft diffuse studio lighting producing mild specular highlights on the glossy frame and minimal harsh reflections on the lenses.
Colors
gloss black· frame#333533smoky grey· lenses#999B8D- Overall shapeLow-profile wraparound sunglasses with a continuous thick brow and narrow, elongated rectangular lenses; temples are wide and taper slightly toward the tips.
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the linear frame design fit on wider or narrower face shapes?
- With an 86 mm eye width, these are quite wide, so they'll likely suit broader face shapes better. The 20 mm bridge is average, providing some adjustability for different nose widths. For narrower faces, the wide lenses may overhang.
- Can the acetate frame be adjusted by an optician for a custom fit?
- Yes, acetate frames can typically be adjusted by an optician using heat, allowing for customization of fit at the temples and bridge.