Zenni Optical Unveils 'Iconic Elegance' Collection to Celebrate Iris Apfel's Legacy on Her 103rd Birthday

Zenni Optical Unveils 'Iconic Elegance' Collection to Celebrate Iris Apfel's Legacy on Her 103rd Birthday

Get ready to add a touch of legendary style to your eyewear collection! Zenni Optical, the top online destination for chic and affordable glasses, is launching the **'Iconic Elegance'** collection today. This dazzling new line is a heartfelt tribute to the unforgettable fashion icon Iris Apfel, who passed away earlier this year.

Timed to perfection, the collection drops on what would have been Iris's 103rd birthday, August 29. Known for her fearless fashion sense and exuberant personality, Iris had a long-standing partnership with Zenni. The 'Iconic Elegance' collection celebrates her legacy with a range of new designs that embody her creativity and individuality.


But that’s not all—this collection also features a curated selection of Iris’s favorite frames, showcasing her bold and iconic style. Dive into this tribute to fashion greatness and honor the timeless elegance of Iris Apfel with every pair of glasses!

Lori Sale, Iris's agent and partner, shared, “Iris's glasses were more than just accessories; they were a statement, her signature look. She was often celebrated as 'the fabulous woman with the glasses.' She loved working with Zenni and always wanted to make sure they were just as thrilled with the collaboration as she was. We’re incredibly honored that Zenni continues to celebrate and preserve Iris’s legacy with this ongoing partnership.”



Explore Iris’s legacy through your new favorite frames? Head over to Iris Apfel: Framing Iconic Style to check out the full range of dynamic styles, including Apfel Allure, Eccentric Edge, Dare To Be and Soirée.


Since revolutionizing the online eyewear industry in 2003, Zenni Optical has made stylish, affordable eyewear accessible to all. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Zenni offers a wide selection of high-quality prescription, non-prescription, and protective eyewear. With prices starting at just $6.95, Zenni has disrupted the traditional retail model, selling over 51 million frames worldwide. Proudly serving as the Official Eyewear of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, Ghost Gaming, TSM, and more, Zenni continues to collaborate with top designers and tastemakers, including Chase Stokes, Keke Palmer, Iris Apfel, and George and Claire Kittle. 

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