CHANEL — THE ORIGINAL STANDARD OF PARISIAN LUXURY

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WHY WE CARRY Chanel

Founded in Paris in 1910, CHANEL entered eyewear in 1999 — bringing a century of savoir-faire and iconic House codes to every frame.

SEE THE WORLD THROUGH A CENTURY OF SAVOIR-FAIRE.

Iconic House codes

chain, tweed, pearls, and double C on every frame

Founded in Paris, 1910

over a century of Parisian luxury

CHANEL frames

the standard every other luxury house is measured against

New creative direction

Matthieu Blazy leading the House from 2025

See the collection

A closer look at the frames we've chosen – and a preview of what to try on in store.

  • OVAL A71778 X08101 S0116

    OVAL A71778 X08101 S0116

  • OVAL A71781 X06081 S1742

    OVAL A71781 X06081 S1742

  • RECTANGLE A71780 X02016 S5011

    RECTANGLE A71780 X02016 S5011

Frequently Asked Questions

  • CHANEL was founded in Paris in 1910 by Gabrielle Coco Chanel, who revolutionized what luxury could look like. The House entered eyewear in 1999, applying the same artisanal standards to frames — every pair assembled by skilled craftspeople using the House’s signature codes and finest materials.

  • CHANEL eyewear is defined by the iconic double C logo, the interlaced leather and chain temple detail (a direct reference to the legendary 2.55 handbag), tweed and pearl embellishments, and geometric shapes that echo the Maison’s ready-to-wear silhouettes.

  • CHANEL eyewear is assembled by skilled artisans using high-grade acetate, lightweight metals, and mineral lenses — to the same exacting standards the House applies across all its categories.

  • Yes. Our expert opticians can fit CHANEL optical frames with precision lenses suited to your prescription — including single vision, progressive, blue-light filtering, and photochromic options.

  • Matthieu Blazy became CHANEL’s creative director in 2025, bringing his vision of refined, material-led luxury to the House while continuing the Maison’s commitment to its iconic codes.

  • CHANEL frames are available at select OPTYX locations across NYC and Long Island. Book a styling appointment or visit our locations page to find your nearest store.