The fashion brand Mykita offers a line of 3D-printed material sunglasses in its collection called HYBRID including a specific pair dubbed the MYLON that offer strong frames with a flexible design. The sunglasses are made using 3D-printing technology to design the eyewear as well as create it.
The MYLON sunglasses feature a vintage aviator-style silhouette that is contrasted with the modern technology used to create the frame. The light brown frames feature a heavy duty strength paired with a flexible bend and lightweight shape that is ideal for everyday use.
The use of 3D-printed materials are becoming more and more readily available in fashion accessories as the technology becomes more affordable for brands to mass-produce products.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- 3d-printed Sunglasses
- Brands are using 3D-printing technology to create innovative sunglasses with strong frames and flexible designs.
- Affordable 3D Printing
- The increasing affordability of 3D-printing technology is making it more accessible for brands to mass-produce fashion accessories.
- Vintage-modern Fusion
- Designers are merging vintage aviator-style silhouettes with modern 3D-printing technology to create unique sunglasses designs.
Where This Applies
- Fashion Accessories
- The fashion industry is incorporating 3D-printing technology to create trendy and customizable sunglasses.
- 3D Printing Technology
- The 3D-printing industry is making strides in the production of affordable materials for mass production of fashion accessories.
- Eyewear Manufacturing
- Eyewear brands are taking advantage of 3D-printing technology to create sturdy frames with flexible designs for everyday use.
