{"product_id":"1990s-polo-by-ralph-lauren-sunglasses-archive-0020","title":"1990s Polo by Ralph Lauren Sunglasses | Archive 0020","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined interpretation of late-1990s performance eyewear, the RL885\/S pairs a sculptural shield silhouette with a lightweight silver metal frame and soft gradient lenses. Balancing technical styling with understated luxury, it reflects Ralph Lauren's ability to reinterpret athletic influences through a timeless, elevated lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e RL885\/S (3S0)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade: \u003c\/strong\u003e1990s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original light grey gradient lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadstock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBy the late 1990s, Ralph Lauren had expanded beyond its classic Americana roots, embracing the clean lines and technical influences shaping contemporary fashion. While performance-inspired eyewear became increasingly popular, Ralph Lauren distinguished its collections through refined materials, restrained branding, and enduring design rather than overt futurism. Shield silhouettes like the RL885\/S captured the era's fascination with streamlined forms while remaining versatile enough for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreserved in unworn deadstock condition, original Ralph Lauren shields from this period have become increasingly difficult to source, particularly with their factory lenses intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll purchases include a protective case and cleaning cloth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AZYR Specs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50208803258625,"sku":"LON-726-19","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/3535\/0529\/files\/IMG_4550_x1920_6d103c32-b7fc-49ff-babe-3de3b6873f98.jpg?v=1787260056","url":"https:\/\/thenyarchive.com\/products\/1990s-polo-by-ralph-lauren-sunglasses-archive-0020","provider":"The NY Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}