Styles as Warm as the Australian Sun
Sunday Somewhere Eyewear
Celebrating the 15th anniversary of its distinctive journey among independent design brands with a sophisticated sunglasses collection, Sunday Somewhere reinterprets the spirit of the 1970s for today while drawing color inspiration from the Ionian Sea.
Founded in 2010 by Australian designer Dave Allison, Sunday Somewhere Eyewear is not only an eyewear brand but also a way of life. Whether inspired by curiosity or the desire to travel, the brand places the belief that the human urge to explore can never be fully satisfied at the center of its Dna. Creating designs for dreamers, explorers and those who keep their sense of curiosity alive, Sunday Somewhere was born under the Australian sun and blends past and future through its own refined aesthetic language. The brand presents meticulously crafted collections that combine vintage inspired frames with premium materials and details that shift between contemporary and futuristic expressions. Produced with careful attention to the finest details, Sunday Somewhere eyewear guarantees a high level balance between durability and style. Under the leadership of Dave Allison, the design team approaches eyewear through a broad perspective extending from vintage influences to high fashion, from travel experiences to futuristic movements. The collections feature striking reinterpretations of classic aviator models, experimental proportions and bold dimensions, alongside classic silhouettes reconstructed with modern touches. Architectural influence reveals itself through clean and precise lines that complement the wearer’s facial features with balance and harmony. As an independent eyewear brand, Sunday Somewhere quickly gained global recognition thanks to its focus on quality craftsmanship and bold design starting with its very first collection. The preference for Sunday Somewhere designs by numerous celebrities including Beyoncé, Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber, Vanessa Hudgens, Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Port, Nina Dobrev and Candice Swanepoel, from red carpet appearances to street style moments, made a significant contribution to strengthening its identity as a fashion brand and expanding its international visibility. Seeking to broaden its distribution network, the Australian brand signed an agreement with Westgroupe last year, reinforcing its presence particularly in the United States and Canada. The first launch of this collaboration introduced a women’s collection consisting of 18 optical frames crafted from Mazzucchelli acetate and titanium. With this series, the brand created resonance not only across the American continent but also within the global optical fashion scene.
Taking You to the Ionian Coast
Marking the 15th year of its journey among independent design brands with a distinctive perspective and models that have already reached iconic status, Sunday Somewhere Eyewear welcomed the new year by introducing a sunglasses collection that carries forward the legacy of its 2025 optical series while serving as its continuation. Consisting of 18 designs, the collection reflects the brand’s characteristic aesthetic, bringing together a strong and expressive identity with craftsmanship inspired by the 1970s. The models stand out with the iconic palm tree logo placed at the temple tips and durable hinge constructions designed for long lasting comfort. The SS monogram featured on the lenses adds a refined signature detail to the designs. Produced using premium acetate and stainless steel, the sun collection presents striking silhouettes in oversized square, structured cat eye and round forms. The color palette that defines the spirit of the collection draws inspiration from the light reflections of the Ionian Sea and the natural allure of crystal textures. Presented with rich tones, energetic patterns and colorful lens options, the new designs succeed in becoming a choice of trendsetting names.
Dance of Form, Color and Materials
Sunday Somewhere’s new sun collection reveals, upon closer look, a diverse interplay of forms, colors and materials that integrate seamlessly both with one another and with the optical series. Opal introduces a slim, tapered cat-eye rendered in fine-quality acetate, defined by clean lines and a universally flattering silhouette. Sleek and lightweight with a whisper of nineties style, it lends understated cool to the edit. Forest Multi Havana and Tortoise Red ground the palette, each featuring the collection’s crystal-inspired temple detailing. Black Crystal heightens this effect, pairing a transparent temple front that gradually transitions into a tortoise pattern at the tip. The look is dimensional and aligned with the collection’s crystalline influences. Petunia unfolds with an exaggerated, rounded geometric form, designed for the boundary-pushing wearer who loves to stand out and treats fashion as a true expression of self. Daring, glamorous, and sculptural, it commands attention with ease. Multi Havana blends shimmering purples, greens, and muted neutrals for a gleaming, jewel-like finish. Black Havana and Purple Havana continue the palette with rich tones that intensify their dramatic profile. Durable rivet hinges adorned with the iconic palm tree logo complete the frame with a distinctive hallmark detail. Olive sets the tone for Sunday Somewhere’s sun debut with an oversized flat-top aviator shaped in premium acetate. Burgundy Blue leads the palette, pairing warm-tinted lenses with vibrant two-tone colorplay for a confident, contemporary statement. Teal and Black expand the story with saturated finishes refined by the brand’s signature accents, with the palm tree emblem finely embossed on the durable rivet hinges, decorative end caps, and temple tips. Peony transforms the classic aviator with a modern, fashion-forward lens. Slim, sculpted acetate forms its clean structure, while a softly contoured brow bar introduces gentle definition. Tailored proportions flatter narrower face shapes yet retain a sense of polished boldness. Colourways include Tortoise Terracotta, and Black Multi, each elevated by a rivet hinge finely detailed with the palm tree logo, underscoring the meticulous craftsmanship at the heart of the brand’s design philosophy. On the other hand Andy is constructed in stainless steel and infused with vibrant color lenses. Linear temple detailing and the SS monogram nose pads sharpen its minimalist identity. Effortlessly cool with a relaxed sophistication, Andy moves seamlessly from sunlit coastlines to polished city dressing. Finishes include Gold, Copper, and Silver. Suja II modernizes old Hollywood glamour for today’s style-conscious wearer. Its delicate geometric construction is crafted in stainless steel for a weightless feel. Intricate textural detailing across the frame, shaped by carved edges and gentle contours, lends the design a quiet depth. Along the temples, pressed-leaf motifs highlight the artistry and texture that define the style. Rose Gold introduces a luminous sheen paired with blue rose gradient lenses for a sophisticated contrast, while Gold offers a radiant alternative with caramel brown ombre lenses.
Source: The Optical Journal
March 2026