Tastefully bridging past and present, London-based Kirk Originals combines authentic, generational craftsmanship and refreshingly modern design. The re-discovery of a vintage frame collection was the catalyst that inspired the launch of Kirk Originals. A cult British eyewear brand with a rich heritage as one of London’s coolest brands, Kirk Originals rose to fame in the early 1990’s worn by bands
like Oasis, The Brand New Heavies, and The Young Disciples, and in Hollywood where movie stars Julia Roberts, Liv Tyler, Antony Hopkins and Gary Oldman all wore Kirk Originals. Under the ownership of International Retail Architecture and Design Consultants, IDL, the brand continues to evolve and innovate while maintaining its individuality through modern design and use of the finest materials. Returning to its position as the optical brand that re-invented vintage shapes for a modern audience we have now combined this with a strong architectural view and graphic eye. Retaining our London style with an injection of European expertise, Kirk Originals frames are designed in London and handcrafted in France and Italy. Now under the new ownership of International Retail Architecture and Design Consultants IDL, the brand continues to evolve and innovate while maintaining its individuality through contemporary design and use of only the finest materials. Returning to its original position as the fashion optical brand that re-invented vintage shapes for a contemporary audience we have now married this with a strong minimalist architectural and graphic eye. Retaining our Britishness with an injection of European craftsmanship, Kirk Originals frames are designed in England and handcrafted in France and Italy.
