Max Pittion Sunglasses & Eyeglasses
Max Pittion Eyewear is a heritage French eyewear brand, revived in Japan and crafted with exceptional precision. Known for bold acetate frames and timeless silhouettes, Max Pittion eyeglasses celebrate vintage design, authenticity, and enduring style—luxury eyewear rooted in history and built to last.
Buying guide and FAQs
Buying guide
Max Pittion is an iconic French eyewear brand with roots dating back to the 1940s, celebrated for its timeless silhouettes, bold proportions, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
Originally created in France and later revived in Japan, Max Pittion represents a rare blend of European heritage and Japanese precision, making it one of the most respected names in luxury eyewear.
At Gem Opticians, we are authorised retailers of Max Pittion Eyewear and directly source all frames from the brand, ensuring authenticity and access to the latest collections.
Max Pittion was a pioneering French eyewear designer who founded his namesake brand in the 1940s. Known for his bold acetate craftsmanship and intellectual round silhouettes, Max Pittion helped define mid-century European eyewear aesthetics.
His designs were characterized by thick sculpted frames, strong temple construction, and timeless proportions that balanced artistic expression with durability.
Today, the revived Max Pittion continues to honor his original design language while refining materials and finishing standards. At GEM Opticians, customers can experience this legacy through authentic collections.
Max Pittion optical frames are crafted for everyday wear while maintaining a strong design identity:
- High-quality Japanese acetate
- Excellent balance and comfort despite bold proportions
- Ideal for prescription eyewear with a distinctive look
We also offer prescription lenses for all Max Pittion frames with personalised consultation.
Max Pittion offers bold designer sunglasses for men and elegant designer sunglasses for women, crafted from premium acetate.
These premium sunglasses provide full UV protection and exceptional clarity.
The sculpted frames create strong facial definition for a confident look.


























































