The French sunglasses skiers have trusted since the 1950s.
Vuarnet got its start on the ski slopes and built its name on mineral glass lenses, the kind that resist scratches and stay crystal clear. Winter sun off fresh snow is brutal on your eyes, so the brand caught our eye as ski season gets close. Our crew dug into the details. Here’s what we found.
What the Legend 07 Is
A modern take on Vuarnet’s 1960s design: a rectangular, everyday frame made in Italy, with the brand’s mineral lenses.
Standout Features
Mineral glass lenses
Exceptional clarity and scratch resistance, with 100% UV protection.
Ultra-resistant nylon frame
Light enough to forget you’re wearing them.
Made in Italy
With a two-year warranty.
Prescription-ready
Compatible with Vuarnet’s mineral corrective lenses.
Who It’s For
Skiers, snowboarders and anyone who drives into a low winter sun every morning. Vuarnet also makes ski gloves, neck warmers and merino layers if you’re kitting out for the mountain.
What We Want to Find Out
How mineral glass feels day to day
Heavier than plastic lenses?
How they handle glare off snow
The real test.
Best for: ski trips, winter driving and everyday sun
The perk: mineral lenses made in Italy, with a two-year warranty
Caught our eye. A full crew review lands after a few days on the mountain.
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