1990s Polo Sport Sunglasses | Archive 0021

A standout example of early-2000s performance design, the Polo Sport 115 features a sculptural wraparound silhouette in translucent smoke crystal acetate with original gradient lenses. Blending technical functionality with Ralph Lauren's signature American aesthetic, this deadstock frame captures the sport-luxury movement that defined the era.

Frame Model: 1086/S (3T6)
Decade: 2000s
Lenses: Original silver mirror gradient lenses 
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition: Deadstock
Measurements: 62-14-115

Historical Context
Introduced in 1992, Polo Sport became Ralph Lauren's performance-focused label, bringing technical sportswear into the world of luxury fashion. The collection drew inspiration from sailing, skiing, cycling, and outdoor pursuits, pairing athletic functionality with the timeless American style that defined the Ralph Lauren brand. Its eyewear embraced lightweight wraparound silhouettes, streamlined proportions, and performance-minded construction, helping shape the sport-inspired aesthetic that dominated the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Deadstock Polo Sport frames have become increasingly scarce, particularly examples preserved with their original lenses. While this frame features Polo Sport's signature USA flag motif, the country of manufacture is unmarked. The flag serves as a hallmark of the collection's Americana identity rather than a manufacturing designation.