Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses

Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses are one of the most iconic pieces of eyewear in history, originally developed in 1936 by Bausch & Lomb to protect pilots' eyes from high-altitude glare. The brand has evolved from a functional military tool into a global fashion staple, famously worn by celebrities and public figures for decades.

Today, the brand is owned by the French-Italian conglomerate EssilorLuxottica. While the design and high-end craftsmanship are rooted in Italy, manufacturing is distributed globally to meet demand, with facilities in Italy, China, Brazil, and India. The brand continues to innovate, recently expanding into smart eyewear and utilizing advanced lens technologies like polarized and gradient filters.