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Oakley’s New Retro Sunglasses Are Both Classic and Unprecedented

The sporty curves of a ’90s icon return three decades later, but this time they’re reframed in an entirely new light.

Close-up of the right side of a pair of sunglasses with a black frame, orange mirrored lens, and a red oval logo on the temple. The frame has a gray and black pattern near the lens.Albino & Preto

By Jack Seemer

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After half a century, Oakley continues to blaze trails.

The brand recently announced plans to equip the next moon-bound astronauts with sun shields. And a new partnership with Meta may define its performance eyewear for years to come.

Looking ahead, its next release will stay a little closer to home. However, the one-off drop will still represent another first for the brand — even if it does reframe an iconic pair of sunglasses with three decades of history.

Black wraparound sunglasses with orange mirrored lenses and a red Oakley logo on the temple.
A partnership with Albino & Preto the latest Oakley collab to revisit the Eye Jacket from the early ’90s.
Albino & Preto

Back to the future

As part of a new collaboration with the Brazilian brand Albino & Preto, Oakley will once again reissue the original Eye Jacket from 1994.

Close-up of a person's face partially illuminated against a dark background, wearing white Oakley sunglasses. Text at the bottom reads, "THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU EXPOSE IRIDIUM TO AIR," with the Oakley logo below.
The Eye Jacket was one of Oakley’s signature designs throughout 1990s and 2000s.
Oakley

And while its sporty profile and signature curves will look instantly familiar to anyone who grew up in the 1990s — or has simply followed the brand’s collaborations with Satisfy — the Albino & Preto Eye Jacket represents Oakley’s first foray into a new category: jiu-jitsu.

Black wraparound sunglasses with yellow mirrored lenses, featuring a red Oakley logo on the temple and a sleek, aerodynamic design.
While Oakley still sells an Eye Jacket called the Redux, it lacks the smooth curves of the original.
Albino & Preto

(Oakley previously worked with Albino & Preto on two hyper-exclusive projects that were limited to friends and family, but this is the first one available to the broader public.)

The sunglasses themselves sport a black frame and red logo that matches Prizm Ruby lenses, while two small flourishes courtesy of Albino & Preto separate it from a straightforward reissue.

Black sports sunglasses with yellow mirrored lenses, shown from a low angle focusing on the bridge and upper frame. The frame has a sleek, curved design with a small logo on the bridge.
The sunglasses feature Prizm Ruby lenses.
Albino & Preto

First up is the brand’s signature logo, which sits on the bridge of the frames. There’s also a gray motif on the underside of the lens housing to match aspects of a broader collection.

Black-framed sunglasses with oval, reflective orange lenses and a small logo on the bridge.
Albino & Preto’s logo sits on the bridge.
Albino & Preto
Close-up of a black Oakley sunglasses frame with a red Oakley "O" logo on the temple and yellow-orange mirrored lenses. The word "PRIZM" is faintly visible on the lens.
A gray detail under the lens housing matches a motif used throughout the rest of a broader collection.
Albino & Preto

Looking ahead

Beyond the sunglasses, the collaboration also includes apparel, ranging from a limited-edition gi to a complete nogi se that includes both long- and short-sleeved rash guards.

Black jacket with beige and orange accents, featuring a large orange oval logo on a brown patch on the upper back. The jacket has long sleeves with orange stitching and beige panels with black jagged designs on the lower sides. Orange fabric is visible at the side slits near the hem.
There’s also a gi, which includes the Oakley logo on the back.
Albino & Preto
Short-sleeve athletic shirt with a bold graphic design featuring a mix of brown, beige, white, black, and red colors. The front has a large abstract pattern resembling a stylized face or mask with sharp black shapes and red accents. The sleeves have white sections with red stripes and black logos. The shirt has visible stitching and a round neckline.
Both long- and short-sleeved rash guards are available.
Albino & Preto

All components will be available for purchase starting Wednesday, September 3, from Albino & Preto and Oakley’s official website.

According to both brands, the drop will be followed by a “second chapter” in the future. That said, specifics around exact pieces and timing remain under wraps for the time being.

Black wraparound sunglasses with orange mirrored lenses and a small logo on the bridge.Albino & Preto

Oakley x Albino & Preto Eye Jacket

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.

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