Cazal 242 vintage glasses
Cazal was founded in 1975 by designer Cari Zalloni and quickly developed a look that was unlike anything else in eyewear at the time.
The frames were bold, graphic and often deliberately oversized, with unusual constructions, strong colour combinations and details that made them instantly recognisable. Rather than following the fashion of the moment, Cazal created its own visual language.
That originality, together with high-quality German production, is what made vintage Cazal eyewear so influential and why the best early models are still highly sought after today.
We are happy to present this Cazal 242 vintage optical frame from the early 1990s, with a bold squared silhouette and unmistakable old-school Cazal character.
The gold-tone metal frame is accented with dark contrasting details along the outer edges, giving the otherwise clean construction a much stronger graphic look. It’s a relatively compact Cazal at 53-19, but still has plenty of presence.
The 242 later gained extra recognition after being worn by rapper Tyga at the 2011 BET Awards.
An original unworn new old stock piece and a Cazal collectors dream.
Color
Gold/brown
Dimensions
Temple length: 130mm
Vertical height: 45mm
Horizontal width: 135mm
Size guide
This frame fits a Medium size face (frame width 130-137mm)
Made in Germany
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our glasses come with detailed measurements in the product description.
The key measurement is the frame width, which is the distance from the inside of the right temple to the inside of the left temple. To ensure a perfect fit width-wise, we recommend measuring an existing frame that fits you comfortably, providing a valuable reference. For minor size concerns like nosepads and temple lengths, an optician can make adjustments.
We've also included a size guide in the glasses description to assist your selection.
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Yes, we take pride in offering you vintage eyewear that looks and feels like it just came off the shelf.
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It depends on the frames. While we strive to include the original case with every purchase, we don't always have the original case available. However, you can rest assured that we provide our signature hard case and a cleaning cloth with each purchase.
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We take pride in our ability to source rare vintage frames that have stood the test of time. Our secret lies in our extensive network of reliable partners located around the world. Since 2014, we've been building strong relationships with these partners, allowing us to curate a unique selection of vintage frames that are both timeless and unworn.
Our products
Each frame is carefully handpicked by knowledgeable historian staff and every single frame has quite a story – most of them come from the 60s, 70s and 80s yet all of them have remained unworn which gives the glasses exceptional value as they truly are one of the uniquest on planet.
Design & Quality
Our aim is to find the unfindable with timeless design and quality – the brands we represent include the rarest models for ladies and gents by such brands as —
Cazal, Alain Mikli, Dior, Nina Ricci, Zeiss, Cartier, Alpina, Ray-Ban, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Dunhill, MCM, Paloma Picasso, Persol, Ted Lapidus, Neostyle, Carrera and many more.
Brand Establishment
The House of Vintage Frames was established in 2010 as the official distributor of unworn vintage frames and sunglasses in Scandinavia and the Baltic States.