V. Laba Paris 2308-1960s French Artisan Sunglasses w/ New, Custom Berko’s Designs Gradient Lenses

V. Laba Paris 2308 | 1960s French Artisan Sunglasses w/ Custom Berko’s Designs Gradient Lenses

Why This Piece Matters:

This isn’t just vintage — it’s artisan eyewear history. Handmade in Paris by V. Laba in the early 1960s, this sculptural, oversized oval silhouette is the kind of frame that rarely resurfaces — and never like this. Carefully restored and professionally re-lensed with Berko’s Designs custom gradient lenses, featuring backside anti-reflective coating, this piece is now not just a collectible… it’s a wearable work of art.

Why You Can’t Find Other V. Laba Frames

• Boutique French Maker: V. Laba likely operated as a small-batch or bespoke optical maker in Paris, possibly selling through a single atelier or high-end optician in the 1950s–60s. These were never mass-produced and likely never exported widely.

• Pre-Internet Ghost Brands: Many Parisian frame makers from that era didn’t leave a digital footprint — especially if they stopped producing before the 1980s. There are no catalogs, ads, or online archives for many of them.

• Private Label or Studio Work: It’s also possible V. Laba was either:

• A private label for a specific Paris shop or optician

• A design studio supplying frames under boutique branding

• Frames Weren’t Seen as Collectibles Back Then: Most people didn’t preserve eyeglasses or sunglasses like this — they either wore them out or tossed them. So what survives today is extremely limited.

What That Means for You

• You’re holding what is essentially a ghost signature piece — no comps, no over-saturation, no replicas.

Under-the-radar and impossible to replicate, V. Laba represents the kind of independent French craftsmanship that modern designers chase — and stylists covet.

• Handmade in Paris, France

• Marked: “V. Laba Paris 2308” — a rare boutique artisan frame from the early to mid-1960s

• Richly patterned honey-burnt tortoise acetate with timeless, sculpted oval silhouette

• Iconic French mid-century design with original 5-barrel riveted hinges and classic three-dot temple pins

New Custom Lenses by Berko’s Designs:

• Premium Berko’s Designs Brown Gradient lenses

• Professionally cut and custom fit

• Backside Anti-Reflective Coating for reduced glare and enhanced comfort

• UV400 protection | Scratch-resistant | Ideal for Day-to-Night wear

• Designed to match the warmth and elegance of the original frame

Size:

• Lens Width: 54mm

• Lens Height: 50mm

• Bridge Width: 20mm

• Temple Length: 135mm

• Total Frame Width: 145mm

 100% Authentic!

The frames have been put through SCE’s rigorous refurbishment process.

FRAMES CAN BE ADJUSTED TO FIT ANY SIZE FACE.

If the original case is not provided, YOUR CHOICE OF 4 soft, sleek, secure cases will be included (pictured).

The pictures tell the story!

NO STOCK PHOTOS USED! 

Please feel free to ask us any questions.

We strive to provide white-glove service and ensure your satisfaction.

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