20/20 INSIGHT: Tortoise frames are seeing a colorful and upbeat modification to its original brown and black pattern. Although the traditional pattern is still popular, tortoise is now taking on bright blues, greens and reds for those who want a vibrant sunglass or optical style.

–Victoria Garcia


TALK STORY  Maui Jim
With a classic brown and black tortoise pattern, this sunglass features a combination of an acetate front and metal temples to create a bold look.

Pricing: $$$$$

(888) 666-5905
mauijim.com

LILLY PULITZER Jaci  Kenmark Eyewear
This blue tortoise frame features a full round zyl shape, a keyhole bridge, an epoxy filled weaving detail and a Lilly Pulitzer gold logo on the temples.

Pricing: $$$

(800) 627-2898
kenmarkeyewear.com


LUCKY BRAND D215  De Rigo Rem
Targeted toward women in search of a contemporary frame, this square optical style is constructed of acetate blends with spring hinges and translucent adjustable temples.

Pricing: $$$

(800) 423-3023
derigo.us

INTERVAL  Smith Optics
Part of the brand’s Velocity Collection, this sporty optical frame offers premium acetate with an integrated wire core, spring hinges and megol details on the nosepads and temples for no-slip comfort.

Pricing: $$$

(888) 206-2995
smithoptics.com

SERAPHIN Hartley  Ogi Eyewear
Available in several mosaic colorways, the Hartley is an upswept shape with a lighter and petite feel in a colorful and sophisticated tortoise pattern.

Pricing: $$$$$

(888) 560-1060
ogieyewear.com