Collection: Tortoiseshell glasses

In tortoiseshell glasses, the havana pattern alternates light and dark tones, making colour part of the design.

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  • Ahlem | Gambetta | Light Turtle
    Regular price €495,00
    Sale price €495,00 Regular price
  • Ahlem | Rue Mazarine | Light Turtle
    Regular price €465,00
    Sale price €465,00 Regular price
  • Sestini | Ventitrè | Shiny Dark Havana | Optical
    Regular price €408,00
    Sale price €408,00 Regular price €510,00
  • Kuboraum | L11 | TS
    Regular price €360,00
    Sale price €360,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | P21 | HAB
    Regular price €550,00
    Sale price €550,00 Regular price
  • Paloceras | P2 | Havana Gold
    Regular price €396,00
    Sale price €396,00 Regular price
  • Julius Tart Optical | AR | Amber
    Regular price €398,00
    Sale price €398,00 Regular price
  • Lesca Lunetier | Lady | 1722
    Regular price €212,00
    Sale price €212,00 Regular price €265,00
  • Lesca Lunetier | Corbs | 429A
    Regular price €295,00
    Sale price €295,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | P6 | TI
    Regular price €540,00
    Sale price €540,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | G4 | Havana Fire HOF
    Regular price €420,00
    Sale price €420,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | J5 | Tortoise TO
    Regular price €650,00
    Sale price €650,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | K30 | Fire Havana HF
    Regular price €304,00
    Sale price €304,00 Regular price €380,00
  • Kuboraum | J8 | Havana
    Regular price €650,00
    Sale price €650,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | J5 | HAVANA MIX
    Regular price €650,00
    Sale price €650,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | K3 | Light Havana
    Regular price €245,00
    Sale price €245,00 Regular price €380,00
  • Kuboraum | K26 | Tortoise
    Regular price €304,00
    Sale price €304,00 Regular price €380,00
  • VAVA × Raster | CL0023 | Havana
    Regular price €620,00
    Sale price €620,00 Regular price
  • VAVA eyewear | BL0025 | Havana
    Regular price €499,00
    Sale price €499,00 Regular price
  • Kuboraum | S4 | Tortoise
    Regular price €378,00
    Sale price €378,00 Regular price €640,00
  • BALMAIN | Yvonne | Brown Gold
    Regular price €340,00
    Sale price €340,00 Regular price €680,00
  • Ahlem | Champ De Mars | Dark Turtle
    Regular price €465,00
    Sale price €465,00 Regular price
  • Ahlem | Rue De La Paix | Dark Turtle
    Regular price €475,00
    Sale price €475,00 Regular price
  • BALMAIN | Pierre | Black brown
    Regular price €415,00
    Sale price €415,00 Regular price €830,00

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Tortoiseshell glasses

In tortoiseshell glasses, the havana pattern alternates light and dark tones, making colour part of the design. Dense contrasts or more open patterns change the appearance of the front, particularly as its thickness varies. Use each model’s photographs to compare shades and finishes.

All tortoiseshell frames, optical and sun, are gathered in tortoiseshell glasses. Explore also tortoiseshell sunglasses and our selection of acetate frames.

Tortoiseshell optical glasses: the brands

Tortoiseshell and havana frames by Kuboraum, Cubitts, Lesca Lunetier, AHLEM, Peter and May and TVR. Some models: Lesca Pica H827, Cubitts Matilda Beechwood, Peter and May Cigale Tortoise, TVR 532 Grey Tortoise and T HENRI Pantera Petra RX.

Tortoiseshell optical glasses: frequently asked questions

Are tortoiseshell and havana the same?

Yes, both describe the pattern that recalls tortoise shell, today made with coloured acetate. Shades and contrasts are explained in our guide to tortoiseshell glasses.

Are there tortoiseshell glasses for men?

Yes: the havana pattern has no gender. Shape, thickness and shade vary, from lighter to darker tones.

Can I try them before buying?

Yes, at our boutique in Crema, Italy. Online you will find photographs, measurements and availability for each model, with international shipping.

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