IDC Lunettes I 721 027 France Vintage Sunglasses-New Orchid Rose Custom Lenses

IDC LUNETTES I 721 COL. 027

Condition: DEADSTOCK / UNWORN

This French-made IDC Lunettes frame has never been worn and remains in original deadstock condition. The frame presents exceptionally well with a clean original finish, straight temples, and no visible signs of wear.

Professionally serviced and renewed by Second Chance Eyewear.

NO STOCK PHOTOS USED

Overview

A striking example of late-1990s and early-2000s French eyewear design, the IDC Lunettes I 721 blends minimalist architecture with refined industrial detailing. Lightweight yet distinctive, the frame features a slim rectangular profile, brushed antique gold finish, and clean geometric lines that remain as relevant today as when originally produced.

Presented here in deadstock condition and upgraded with custom lenses by Second Chance Customs, this is an increasingly difficult-to-find example of authentic French-made eyewear from the Y2K era.

Frame

• Brand: IDC Lunettes
• Model: I 721
• Color: 027
• Made in France

Features:

• French-Made Construction
• Brushed Antique Gold Finish
• Slim Rectangular Silhouette
• Lightweight Metal Frame
• Spring-Flex Style Temples
• Adjustable Nose Pads
• Original Temple Markings Intact
• Distinctive Industrial Design Elements

Lenses

Custom lenses by Second Chance Customs.

• Solid Orchid Rose Tint
• Premium CR-39 Optical Quality Lenses
• 100% UV Protection
• Professionally Cut and Installed
• Excellent Optical Clarity

The custom orchid rose lenses complement the warm antique gold finish beautifully while preserving the frame’s unmistakable Y2K-era aesthetic.

Condition Report

• Deadstock / Unworn.
• Unworn means UNWORN.
• No visible scratches, dents, corrosion, or structural issues noted during inspection.
• Frame maintains excellent finish retention and presents exceptionally well.
• Professionally inspected by Second Chance Eyewear.

Authentication

This frame has been inspected and authenticated by Second Chance Authenticators (SCA).

Authentication includes:

• Verification of manufacturer markings
• Verification of model designation
• Verification of country of origin
• Verification of construction materials
• Verification of production characteristics

Buy with confidence

Collector’s Notes

IDC Lunettes produced some of the most distinctive French eyewear of the late twentieth century. Known for combining minimalist architecture with precision metalwork, IDC frames remain increasingly difficult to locate in unworn condition.

Unlike many mass-produced frames from the era, French-made IDC pieces were designed with an emphasis on proportion, comfort, and understated luxury. Today they represent a compelling alternative to more common designer eyewear from the same period.

The addition of custom lenses by Second Chance Customs gives this example a contemporary edge while remaining true to its original character.

Closing

An increasingly difficult-to-find example of French eyewear design from the turn of the millennium. Presented in unworn deadstock condition and elevated with custom orchid rose lenses by Second Chance Customs, this IDC Lunettes I 721 embodies the minimalist sophistication, craftsmanship, and unmistakable character that defined premium European eyewear during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Finding vintage eyewear is easy. Finding authentic, properly inspected vintage eyewear is not.

Every frame offered by Second Chance Eyewear is carefully sourced, professionally inspected, and accurately represented. We believe the buying experience should be as exceptional as the eyewear itself. From detailed photography and transparent condition reporting to personalized support before and after the sale, our commitment is to provide the level of service discerning collectors deserve.

We encourage buyers to exercise caution when purchasing vintage eyewear from sellers who do not accept returns, cannot verify authenticity, or lack the expertise to properly evaluate condition, originality, and craftsmanship. What appears to be a deal can quickly become an expensive mistake.

When you purchase from Second Chance Eyewear, you’re not simply purchasing a frame. You’re receiving the benefit of decades of industry experience, white-glove service, professional inspection, authentication expertise, and ongoing support long after your purchase arrives.

Because what came before matters today.

Authenticated by Second Chance Authenticators.

Professionally inspected by Second Chance Eyewear.

See the World Through a New Lens®.