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Samurai-Inspired Eyewear Frames

Oakley's Xeus Frames are Designed with Influences from Japan

— July 22, 2022 — Lifestyle
The iconic Xeus sunglasses frames by Oakley are designed with inspiration from the traditional kabuto helmets that are worn by Japanese samurai. It is also named after the Greek God of Thunder to really channel a powerful look and feel to the silhouette.

It is a high-performing design that has a unique vented frame that is packed with lightweight elements due to the O Matter, which is an aerodynamic upper brow bar. It also has a wrap-around lens that is made using progressive PhysioMorphic Geometry. The lenses also have Prizm technology that enhances overall visual contrast. To round out the design, it has a lightweight Unobtanium nose pad for comfort and earsock grips. It comes in a silver finish with slightly clear lenses.

Image Credit: Oakley
Trend Themes
1. Samurai-inspired Eyewear - Developing eyewear frames that are inspired by different traditional designs can lead to unique and stylish products.
2. Using Traditional Influences in Modern Design - Innovative products can be created by incorporating traditional influences into modern design, similar to Oakley's Xeus frames.
3. Advanced Lens Technology - Technological advancements in lens design, such as the PhysioMorphic Geometry and Prizm technology used in Oakley's Xeus frames, can greatly improve visual performance and comfort for users.
Industry Implications
1. Eyewear - Eyewear companies can explore new designs inspired by traditional influences to offer unique products, such as Oakley's Xeus frames.
2. Fashion - Designers in the fashion industry can incorporate traditional design elements into modern products to create unique and stylish items, similar to Oakley's Xeus frames.
3. Optics - Advancements in lens technology, like those used in Oakley's Xeus frames, can greatly enhance the visual performance of optics products in different industries.
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