SABEN steps into a new dimension of accessories with the launch of its debut eyewear collection.
Bringing the brand’s unmistakable blend of style and function to a fresh frontier, New Zealand label Saben, now turns its eye to sunglasses – a natural evolution of its considered design ethos.
Launching 18 September, the inaugural eyewear edit comprises nine statement frames in four versatile colourways. Each design balances fashion-forward silhouettes with enduring appeal, offering prescription-ready lenses that deliver both style and substance. The collection speaks to today’s appetite for accessories that work hard and look exceptional – pieces that shift seamlessly from sun-drenched city streets to long-haul escapes, echoing the multipurpose spirit of a modern wardrobe.
Founder Roanne Jacobson describes eyewear as a long-held personal passion. “I’ve always chosen to have prescription lenses put into stylish sunglass frames,” she explains. “Just like our bags, I wanted eyewear that feels like an extension of the person wearing it – something that complements both their style and their needs.” This instinctive progression expands SABEN’s design reach, adding another layer to its narrative of functional luxury.
PEYTON A modern cat-eye frame with a striking spliced gold metal inlay, Peyton is designed to flatter every face shape with unapologetic style. Crafted from 100% natural acetate, these shades balance durability with elegance, featuring a beveled effect and comfortable fit. The inset 5-barrel hinge and core wire through the temple ensure long-lasting wear, while the frame can also be optically fitted by your trusted optician. Finished with SABEN’s iconic heat-stamped gold logo, each pair is housed in a recycled nylon pouch with a velvet-feel interior and spring O-ring for versatile attachment. Available in Tortoise, Off-White & Black
The launch campaign, “Eyewear For Every You,” shot by acclaimed photographer Karen Inderbitzen-Waller, captures the collection’s versatility in a series of intimate portraits. Three frames, three perspectives, one unapologetic self – the imagery charts a spectrum from effortless cool to fearless edge to elevated classic, reflecting how frames can become a powerful signifier of personal style. It’s a message that resonates strongly within current fashion conversations, where accessories are increasingly seen as expressions of individuality rather than mere afterthoughts.
REMI This oversized hexagonal silhouette channels a bold 70s spirit, reimagined with a contemporary edge. Crafted from 100% natural acetate and featuring a beveled effect, these shades combine comfort and durability with effortless style. With an inset 5-barrel hinge and core wire through the temple, the frame can be optically fitted by your trusted optician for a perfect fit. Finished with a heat-stamped SABEN gold logo on the temple, each pair comes with a recycled nylon pouch, complete with a velvet-feel interior and spring O-ring for attachment options. Available in Tortoise, Olive & Black
Prices start at $249, positioning the collection as an accessible entry into SABEN’s world of quietly confident luxury. Like its handbags, the eyewear is designed in New Zealand and crafted with longevity and consciousness in mind – a reflection of the brand’s B Corp certification and its commitment to marrying style with responsibility.
With this debut, SABEN reaffirms its ability to anticipate how women want to live and dress now: with accessories that carry them – and their stories – from the everyday to the extraordinary.
SLOANE The epitome of effortless elegance, Sloane is designed to flatter from every angle. Pale gold hardware is recessed into the top edge and flows seamlessly into the temple, while the frame’s sculpted silhouette subtly lifts the cheekbones with artful precision. Crafted from 100% natural acetate, these shades combine timeless style with lasting durability. An inset 5-barrel hinge and core wire through the temple ensure comfort and fit, while SABEN’s iconic gold logo adds a signature finish. Each pair arrives in a recycled nylon pouch, lined with a velvet-feel interior and finished with a spring O-ring for versatile protection. Available in Tortoise, Olive & Black
For more information visit saben.co.nz and @sabenltd
