Cartier Glasses

The origins of Cartier trace back to 1847, when the eponymous founder, Louis-Francois Cartier took control of the workshop of his teacher, Adolphe Picard. The brand would remain in relative obscurity for some time though, until Louis, Pierre and Jacques - the grandsons of Louis-Francois Cartier, took over from their father, Alfred, and set the course for the century of success that would ensue…

Jeweller of the Kings and King of the Jewellers.

Lauded as the "Jeweller of Kings and King of the Jewellers" by King Edward VII - who bestowed unto the Maison, their first royal warrant in 1904 - Cartier is something of a darling of the aristocrats - seen frequently adorning Kings, Queens, Princes and Princesses of various eras and jurisdictions. While the social stature of its clientele does confer a certain 'charm' for which the house is renowned, the allure of Cartier is more a consequence of its enduring dedication to design and the calibre of its craftsmanship. It is in these domains that the brand truly excels. One the one hand, Cartier is unapologetically opulent - the ultimate indulgence - and on the other, it is undoubtedly understated. A penchant for precious metals and materials is tempered by design that is elegant, effortless and free of futile flourishes.

French Savoir Faire at its Finest

This is all to say that Cartier's jewellery embodies the very best of luxury - it promotes quality in favour of quantity; sees luxury as timeless, not transient; puts craftsmanship above the catwalk, and; extolls the virtues of intellect instead of idiocy. While other brands in the luxury space continue to pander to the rampant consumerism of the nouveau riche with their ridiculous chunky sneakers and printed tee shirts - none of which uphold the tenets of real, genuine luxury - Cartier has remained steadfast in their vision. And herein lies the charm of Cartier's jewellery. The eponymous French Maison and their exquisitely crafted wares transcend time - beautiful today and even more beautiful tomorrow. 

Cartier Glasses: Channelling Cartier's Famous Jewellery

The same is true of Cartier's eyewear. Made in France from precious and rare metals, and taking design cues from some of Cartier's signature jewellery, it is at once opulent and understated; confident yet considered; simple yet incredibly sophisticated. To wear Cartier eyewear is to wear a piece of history.