Shop Our Collection of American Optical Eyeglasses

Explore products from American Optical, established in 1892. The company gained fame for its sunglass styles, which have been worn by pilots, presidents, and NASA space crews. This fashion-forward brand has collaborated with renowned designers like Oscar de la Renta and has connections to many famous individuals, including First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

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AO-1002 Round Eyeglass Frames

Discover your new favorite accessory in our exclusive collection at Frame of Choice with the AO-1002 Round Eyeglass Frames. Inspired by vintage American Optical (AO) designs, these eyeglass frames embody...
$194.00

AO-1004 Round Eyeglass Frames

Step into a world where fashion and function coalesce perfectly with the AO-1004 Round Eyeglass Frames by Frame of Choice. Combining an elegant blend of classic and modern design elements,...
$199.00

Checkmate Eyeglass Frames

Unveiling the Checkmate Eyeglass Frames, an exquisite revamp of the classic aviator style, thoughtfully curated by Frame of Choice. As the originators of the iconic aviator style, the Checkmate is...
$194.00

General Eyeglass Frames

The quintessential aviator from the company that originated the style. AO’s teardrop sunglasses are named to honor none other than General Douglas MacArthur who was known to wear American Optical...
$194.00

Original Pilot Eyeglass Frames

The Original Pilot has been a favorite of US military pilots and NASA astronauts from the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo missions since 1958. The 23K gold plated aviator glasses are engineered...
$194.00

Saratoga Eyeglass Frames

Famously worn by John F. Kennedy, the American Optical (AO) Saratoga is about as classic as it gets. Our eyeglasses are handcrafted in AO’s US factory from the finest globally-sourced acetate and...
$199.00

Sebring Eyeglass Frames

The Sebring reimagines the aviator for women. Classic, yet fashion-forward, a contrast enamel rim adds depth to a classic shape. The gentle bend in the top bar softens the aviator...
$210.00

Sirmont Eyeglass Frames

The Sirmont is back! First introduced in the early 1950s, the 'browline' look has really never gone out of style. As with all classic AO frames, we delved into our...
$249.00

Times Eyeglass Frames

The new Times revives another classic and timeless heritage AO design. The design team and craftsmen did a deep dive into AO's archives to get this often copied style just...
$199.00

Whitney Eyeglass Frames

A geometric approach to a metal cat-eye style modernizes the 60s inspiration. This soft, angular take on the cat-eye gives a flattering lift to all faces. American-made metal eyeglass frames,...
$194.00