# Lennon-Inspired Shades These Cutler & Gross Sunglasses Look Worthy of the Beatles By Jonathon Brown | Published 2012-12-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutler-gross-sunglasses References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/12/26/maison-martin-margiela-x-cutler-gross-springsummer-2013-sunglasses/) & [colette.fr](http://www.colette.fr/) The newest [Maison Martin Margiela](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-6)/Cutler & Gross sunglasses are chic and sophisticated. This three-frame collection is part of the brands' [ongoing collaboration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-mykita-grunt-sunglasses) and is geared towards spring/summer 2013. All three of these Maison Martin Margiela/Cutler & Gross sunglasses are based on popular Margiela frame designs. However, Cutler & Gross toss in unexpected accents and elements such as the leopard print arm tips and frame outlines contrasted by the bland beige frames and polarized lenses. Such starkly contrasting colors and patterns make these Maison Martin Margiela sunglasses stand out. Another of the set are the John Lennon-esque frames that feature rounded lenses, similar to those worn by the late [Beatles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beatles-x-crocs-classic-clog) front man. The designs would make any fashion-lover proud. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Chic Sunglasses:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create chic sunglasses with unexpected accents and contrasting colors and patterns. - **Leopard Print Design:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to incorporate leopard print accents into sunglasses designs. - **John Lennon-inspired Frames:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create sunglasses with rounded lenses inspired by John Lennon's iconic style. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion accessories industry to create stylish sunglasses with unexpected designs. - **Eyewear:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the eyewear industry to incorporate leopard print accents into sunglasses designs. - **Music Merchandise:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the music merchandise industry to create sunglasses inspired by iconic musicians like John Lennon. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Eyewear Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-6.md) - [Bug-Like Avant-Garde Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-01.md) - [Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-sunglasses.md) - [Artist-Inspired Sunglasses Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenny-kravitz.md) - [Luxury Statement Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-eyewear-collection.md) - [Leather-Detailed Luxe Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muzm-mars-xmetal-leather.md) - [Collaboration Midcentury Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-mykita-grunt-sunglasses.md) - [Advanced Co-Branded Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-mykita.md) - [Stunning 3D-Printed Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-sunglasses1.md)