Dads and father figures can be notoriously difficult to buy for, so if you’re struggling with Father’s Day gift ideas, we’re here to help. Sunglasses make a practical and stylish gift for the father figure in your life, and with Persol eyewear, you can’t go wrong. Our style experts explain why we believe Persol sunglasses make the perfect gift for dad.

About Persol

The name Persol comes from the Italian, ‘per il sole’, meaning, ‘for the sun’. This was the name given to the first sunglasses developed by Guiseppe Ratti, the father of the brand, and it has since become a globally-loved moniker.

Ratti was an engineer, photographer, and aviator when he decided to add eyewear-maker as another string to his bow in 1917. After buying an optical shop in Turin, he used his knowledge to produce technically advanced eyewear.

Superb craftsmanship

A pair of Persol sunglasses is an excellent investment due to the attention to detail in the craftsmanship. It’s safe to say these are frames made to last. There are 10 main steps that are taken to produce each perfect frame, from creating the acetate to mounting the lenses.

The acetate is sanded by hand to ensure a flawlessly smooth finish and brushed by hand to remove any imperfections. One of Persol’s unique features is their Meflecto system, which gives flexibility to the frame.

Superior materials

Persol frames are intentionally created to suit every skin type, which is achieved through the use of cellulose acetate. By combining nature’s excellence with Persol’s superior craftsmanship, each frame is a work of art. The acetate, a naturally derived and non-toxic product, goes through 30 manual processes to transform into the perfect frame.

A style for everyone

Persol eyewear is the king of the timeless classic, with a style to suit everyone. For the suit and tie man, tortoiseshell frames in a square or oval shape. For the retro biker man, a pair of cool aviators. Think about your dad’s characteristics when you look at the collection. All the usual styles are there, each one realized in Persol’s unmatched way.

When it comes to colors, you won’t find loud shades that will quickly go out of style. Instead, Persol provides a palette of neutral and muted colors that will look good for years to come. Classic dark frames are offset by rich sienna, opal yellows, and transparent grays.

The distinctive arrow you see on Persol eyewear frames was inspired by ancient warrior swords. It was created as a decorative element to the hinge and has become an iconic symbol of the brand. Some designs feature the distinguishing 3-notch bridge, a feature that improves fitting while looking uniquely stylish.

Need proof of Persol’s greatness? Steve McQueen in the Thomas Crown Affair wore Persol’s 714 frame, which then became the most popular frame style in their collection. Daniel Craig as James Bond wore Persol 2244 sunglasses, and numerous celebrities including Paul Newman, Lewis Hamilton, and Ryan Gosling have been spotted in Persols too. 

Browse the collection

We hope we’ve convinced you why Persol shades make the ideal Father’s Day gift! We’re confident that the quality, style, and craftsmanship will show your dad or father figure how much he means to you. Visit our eye doctor in Chicago, located in Oak Lawn, or Orland Park to browse the full collection.