# 80s-Inspired Eyewear Frames Timberland's SS19 Collection Features By Amy Duong | Published 2019-04-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/80sinspired-eyewear References: [linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-doyle-3b9a1a12/) & [timberland](https://www.timberland.co.uk/men.html) [Timberland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-4) unveils a collection full of 80s-inspired eyewear for the Spring/Summer 2019 season. The range is entitled 'City Force' and it features familiar silhouettes including the pilot and the navigator delivered in reworked iterations. The range boasts a retro inspiration and it incorporates a sturdy construction using materials that blend together aluminum and acetate. The overall aesthetic follows oversized designs and exaggerated proportions highlighted by [bio-based materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-matters-collection). Some of the standout designs include the tortoiseshell acetate and aluminum frames that are accompanied by a geometric nose bridge cut out and is lined with golden accents. Another notable design is the navigator glasses crafted from [clear acetate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harwood-20). All of the eyewear designs from the City Force collection are set to drop in May. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **80s-inspired Eyewear Frames:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the growing demand for nostalgic fashion trends and create eyewear that blends retro design with modern materials. - **Oversized Eyewear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight yet durable oversized frames using bio-based materials for a stylish and eco-friendly eyewear option. - **Geometric Nose Bridge Cut-outs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design eyewear with unique geometric nose bridge cut-outs and add luxurious accents to create a bold and distinctive look. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion trends with sustainable materials to create stylish and eco-friendly eyewear. - **Eyewear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate innovative designs and materials to redefine the eyewear market and cater to consumers seeking unique and nostalgic eyewear options. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce eyewear with distinctive design elements and luxurious accents to appeal to consumers looking for high-end and statement fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Unique Retro-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-france-collection.md) - [Tech Futuristic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culture-refined.md) - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [Premium Streetwear-Informed Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-eyewear.md) - [Streetwear-Informed Dynamic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-eyewear.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Eyewear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stussy-5.md) - [Modernized Vintage Summer Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection.md) - [Seasonal Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberline.md)