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The Prada Linea Rossa 01XS sunglasses bring next-generation racing design to men’s eyewear. These rectangular frames feature an angular double-bridge silhouette that reflects the high-impact, performance-focused DNA of Prada’s sport-luxury line—a collection born from the Italian house’s Luna Rossa sailing heritage in 1997.
The 01XS stands out with its bold architectural shape and technical details. The frame includes a rubberized nose area for enhanced comfort and stability during active wear, while perforated temples showcase the iconic red stripe in an aerodynamic pattern. Soft-grip rubber temple tips ensure the sunglasses stay secure whether you’re cycling through the city or spending a full day outdoors. Available in four distinct finishes—matte black rubber, havana tortoise, grey, and sleek shiny black—each pairs the signature Prada Linea Rossa red stripe detail along the temples.
The full-rim injected frame construction delivers lightweight durability without sacrificing structure. At 59mm lens width, 16mm bridge, and 145mm temples, the 01XS offers a medium-to-large fit that works for most face shapes. The rectangular lens shape provides excellent coverage and a modern, masculine aesthetic that transitions from performance activities to urban settings.
Select colorways feature polarized dark grey lenses that reduce glare from reflective surfaces—essential for driving, water sports, or bright outdoor conditions. All lenses provide 100% UV protection. The mirrored lens options (like the dark grey mirror blue/red variant) add visual depth while maintaining color-true optics. These aren’t just fashion sunglasses; they’re engineered for real-world performance.
The 01XS is fully compatible with prescription lenses, including single-vision, bifocal, and progressive options. The sturdy frame construction and ample lens depth accommodate a range of prescriptions, making these sunglasses a practical choice for anyone who needs vision correction but refuses to compromise on style or performance.
That red stripe isn’t just branding—it’s a symbol with history. Launched in 1997 alongside Prada’s Luna Rossa America’s Cup sailing team, Linea Rossa (Italian for “Red Line”) represented a radical shift: luxury sportswear built from technical materials like nylon and rubberized finishes, stripped of traditional opulence in favor of industrial minimalism. The red stripe became a cultural icon of the late ’90s and early 2000s, embraced by athletes, musicians, and urban tastemakers alike. Today’s 01XS carries that legacy forward with modern materials and cutting-edge lens technology.
