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The Original Penguin The Locke Eyeglasses bring 1950s-inspired style into your everyday rotation with a gradient acetate design that’s hard to miss. The frame starts with rich color at the top—whether you choose the warm brown-to-clear Grey Sunset, the ocean-inspired Deep Water blue fade, or the sophisticated grey Castle Rock—and transitions smoothly to crystal clear at the bottom. It’s a two-tone effect that adds depth without feeling loud, and it pairs just as well with a button-down as it does with a weekend tee.
The rounded rectangle shape hits that sweet spot between classic and contemporary. It’s wide enough to make a statement but not so bold that it overwhelms your face. The full-rim acetate construction means these frames are built to last—acetate is a plant-based material that’s more durable and flexible than standard injection-molded plastic, so they hold up to daily wear without losing their shape or color. The thick temples curve gently inward for a secure, comfortable fit behind the ears, and the signature Original Penguin hardware at the hinges adds a subtle brand detail.
“I love these glasses and I get so many compliments when I am wearing them!” — Cool Frames customer review
These frames are prescription-ready and work with single-vision, progressive, bifocal, and reader lenses. The 49mm lens width and 21mm bridge fit most medium faces comfortably, and the full-rim design provides plenty of surface area for thicker prescriptions if you need them. You can add anti-reflective coatings, blue light filtering, or transition lenses to customize them for your lifestyle.
Original Penguin has been blending American heritage style with modern comfort since the 1950s, and The Locke continues that tradition. The gradient acetate gives these frames a vintage soul with a fresh twist—they’re the kind of glasses that work in a Zoom meeting and at happy hour without missing a beat. The frames ship with a protective case and cleaning cloth, and they’re backed by a manufacturer’s warranty for peace of mind.
