Persol PO3007V — Black

Persol has been making handcrafted acetate frames in Lauriano, Italy since 1917. Every frame includes two signature elements: the silver arrow at the temple — a reference to the swords worn by Torinese noblemen — and the Meflecto system, a patented flexible hinge mechanism that allows the temples to flex along their entire length rather than only at the hinge point.

The PO3007V in black is a small rectangular frame with the refined proportions that distinguish Persol from more fashion-driven Italian brands. It is conservative in the best sense — built to be worn for years, not seasons.