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# Retro Baseball-Inspired Frames
The Oliver Peoples O Malley Sunglasses Take You Back to the 60s

By Leslie Chen | Published 2012-05-26 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oliver-peoples-o-malley-sunglasses
References: [blog.urbanoutfitters](http://blog.urbanoutfitters.com/blog/shade_roundup) & [oliverpeoples](http://www.oliverpeoples.com/online-boutique/op-sunglasses/mens/o-malley.html)

These [Oliver Peoples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-federer-1) O Malley Sunglasses will help you get that perfect [retro look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection) that everyone's been trying to achieve.

Inspired by Peter O'Malley, the former owner of the [Los Angeles Dodgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sashiko-gals-x-new-era-mlb), the frames feature six different shade and frame colors. The style dates back to 1959, and has been reintroduced to the modern world with a handmade acetate construction. With a round shape that is contrasted by subtle geometric shapes surrounding it, the frames will make you standout like nothing else. Add these sunglasses to any outfit and instantly transform yourself to a different era.

With so many different combinations of colors, you're sure to find a style that matches your own take on what it means to be vintage.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 73% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Retro Sunglasses:** Companies can focus on creating unique designs for retro sunglasses to attract customers looking for nostalgia.
- **Handmade Acetate Frames:** Manufacturers can consider using handmade acetate frames as a selling point for high-end sunglasses.
- **Round-shaped Frames:** Brands can focus on reinventing round-shaped frames with a modern twist to appeal to customers who love vintage styles.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Fashion companies can incorporate retro sunglasses in their product lines to offer customers more choices in accessories.
- **Eyewear:** Eyewear manufacturers can explore using unique materials and designs that highlight vintage styles to attract customers seeking them.
- **Luxury Accessories:** Luxury accessory brands can create high-end retro sunglasses with handmade acetate frames and sell them at premium prices.

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