Ray-Ban Olympian: envy of the gods
If you are a true fan of vintage style, but the Ray-Ban Aviator, Wayfarer, and Clubmaster models put you off with their widespread popularity, and you haven't yet joined the team of enthusiastic admirers of this brand, we have something to offer you.
This is one of the "oldest" Ray-Ban models, known as the Olympian.
Descent from Olympus
Ray-Ban Olympian is a model of sunglasses that appeared in the Ray-Ban lineup right after such giants of the optical industry as Aviator and Wayfarer.
1965 — the year these sunglasses were born. The origin of the name remains a mystery, but one can assume it is somehow related to the dwelling of the gods — Olympus.
This model gained popularity after the 1969 release of Dennis Hopper's film *Easy Rider,* a symbol of youth subcultures, racing, motorcycles, and, without a doubt, rock music. In this film, Peter Fonda wears Olympians with unmistakable style.
It should be noted that the Ray-Ban Olympian became one of the models associated with the brand's second wave of popularity, as the late seventies saw the introduction of 50 new eyewear models.
The gods walk among us
So, what exactly are Olympians? They feature a rimmed frame made of silver or gold-toned metal. The temples have a curved shape reminiscent of a golf club. They include classic gray-green G-15 XLT lenses (with or without polarization). Plastic is also used as an aesthetic element.
Moreover, the model boasts clear, soft lines in the frame, rounded lens shapes, and thin temples.
Today, there are two variations of these glasses. The first, Ray-Ban Olympian I, is more refined and lightweight:
The second model, Ray-Ban Olympian II, adds a touch of glam rock to emphasize the rebellious (even biker) spirit of the era from which it came:
As we can see, this model still has much to offer the discerning consumer today. And if you want to bring a little of the wild seventies into your life, Ray-Ban Olympian is made just for you.
And it’s already waiting for you in our store.
