Another Year around the Sun

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Another Year around the Sun The evolution of iconic sunglasses

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Another Year around the Sun

A Journey Through Innovation

Since its launch in 1999, the Titan Minimal Art collection has revolutionized eyewear with its innovative designs and technical advancements. From seamless elegance and bold double bridges to cutting-edge collaborations with top designers, each milestone tells a story of dedication to excellence and style.

Join us as we explore the rich history and remarkable transformations of these iconic sunglasses, cherished by fashion enthusiasts worldwide.

1999

An Icon was born.

Discover the origins of the iconic Titan Minimal Art with the debut of its first-ever sunglasses collection, setting a new benchmark in eyewear design.

2000

Seamless Elegance

Fashioned from a single wire with a flexible hinge, this model featured lightweight fashion lenses with a grey gradient and delicate silver flash mirror, epitomizing effortless elegance.

2002

The Double Bridge Statement

Elevating the classic aviator shape, this model introduced a double bridge design. Light yellow lenses with a subtle grey gradient added a sophisticated flair.

2003

Sandblasted Edge Precision

The rimless design received a delicate "framed" character with partial sandblasting on the lenses for the runway, later highlighted with matte decorative printing. The rimless design received a refined "framed" character with partial sandblasting on the lenses, highlighted by matte decorative printing. Light blue lenses with a gradient effect and silver mirror completed the look.

2009

Sparkling Swarovski Crystals

Adorned with Swarovski crystals at the hinges, this model featured titanium parts coated in luxurious shades of gold and silver. Dark lenses in hues like dark brown, green, and blue elevated the design’s opulence.

Designer Collaborations

From 2014 to 2018, Silhouette collaborated with renowned designers to create unique and sophisticated eyewear. Each collaboration brought a fresh perspective to the iconic Titan Minimal Art sunglasses.

2014: Felder Felder

A Fusion of Innovation and Style
Felder Felder brought vibrant gradient-dyed lenses with a playful cateye design to the collection. Wes Gordon introduced a milled, matte contour complemented by colored needlework. The Berlin based design duo Perret Schaad offered a modern aesthetic with printed breaks and decorative elements. Arthur Arbesser then debuted 'glass in glass' sunglasses, blending retro flair with Silhouette’s signature lightness.

2016 & 2017: Perret Schaad & Arthur Arbesser

2015: Wes Gordon

2019

Micro Shapes

Marking two decades of innovation, the special edition micro-models were available in limited quantities with fully mirrored gold and silver lenses, offering a highly iconic look.

2020

Metallic Accent Ring Redefined

Introducing a new development with jewelry-like metal accent rings, this model evolved from our SPX^® accent rings, offering a full-rim metal look while retaining its ultra-lightweight characteristic.

2024

Titan Minimal Art Cosmic

Inspired by sci-fi themes like time travel and the digital age, this model boasts a minimalist design with transparent shields and dynamic metallic bridges. The futuristic aesthetics evoke a sense of movement and protective armor, presenting a sleek, monochromatic look.