Brad Pitt may not have had a role in the Maleficent movie, but he made up for it with a vengeance showing up at the premier in a striking pair of ic! berlin Bashir sunglasses. On May 28, 2014, he entered the iconic El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood hand in hand with his then-wife Angelina Jolie, wearing a luxurious all-black suit and topping off his gothic sleekness with these equally exquisite shades by the renowned German brand. Just look into these eyes – can you really avoid being spellbound, even if you’re a powerful witch yourself?
Precision-cut from ultralight, ultraslim titanium and artfully shaped in ic! berlin’s unique, ‘less is more’ way, the Bashir presents a neat aviator design that stuns with its minimalistic splendor. Flowing smoothly and wrapping softly, the shades ooze that discreet, unassuming kind of sophistication that may not catch the eye at once but definitely leaves an aftertaste of high eyewear cuisine. The polished blackness of the frame comes into a suave fusion with two oversized teardrop lenses, tinted in-between noble cognac and hot chocolate, resulting in a look that feels both undeniably classy and distinctive in the most contemporary of senses.
In terms of pure wearability, the Bashir offers ic! berlin’s patented hingeless design, with the temples that seem to curve right into the frame – a solution that not just lends a more streamlined look, but also allows for better flexibility. The cushion-coated temples and adjustable nose pads are here as well to give you the comfiest, softest, truly personalized fit. With polarized lenses for sharper, glare-free vision and a slight gradient for less eye strain, this model has all the components of star-grade quality – and we never expect anything else from any of the shades Brad Pitt chooses to wear.
Priced at around $500, the Bashirs are not so easy to find these days, particularly in Brad Pitt’s color. Although the model hasn’t been discontinued or anything, the recent acquisition of ic! berlin by Marcolin has led to a shift in the availability of certain glasses. So don’t miss the chance to lay your hands on this magnificent piece of the actor’s red carpet eyewear history while you still can!You can try hunting down this specific model across the label’s flagship stores and through partner opticians, or check out ic! berlin’s current sunglass lineup for similar styles. The choice is yours, and whatever it is, you’re bound to shine in a pair that has ic! berlin branding on it.
Frame Specifications:
Model: Bashir
Color: Black/Cognac
Frame Size: 61-15-145
Frame Shape: Aviator
Frame Color: Black
Frame Material: Titanium
Frame Type: Full-Rim
Lens Color: Cognac
Type: Sunglasses
Gender: Unisex
Style: Casual
Manufacturer: ic! berlin
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