Rick Owens
Documenta Sunglasses
Rick Owens Documenta Sunglasses are oversized square-shaped acetate sunglasses with wide temples, made in Italy. They feature UVA/UVB protection, a signature leather case, and dimensions of 60mm eye width, 15mm bridge, and 135mm temple length. Known for their classic, simple design, they are often compared to exaggerated Oakley Gascans; users report they are durable and can be fitted with prescription lenses, though the lens curve may limit stronger prescriptions.
- Material
- Acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- edgy, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Size
Specifications
Oversized square sunglasses with wide temples, acetate frame, and UV protection.
UVA and UVB protection, signature leather case, made in Italy
- Material
- Acetate
- Style
- edgy, modern
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- oversized square-shaped frame
- wide temples
- acetate frame
- UVA and UVB protection
- signature leather case included
- made in Italy
- eye width: 60 mm
- bridge: 15 mm
- temple: 135 mm
Product Insights
These Documenta sunglasses from Rick Owens' DRKSHDW diffusion line reinterpret the exaggerated Oakley Gascan silhouette with a nod to Latino subculture. Crafted from hypoallergenic, color-through acetate and nylon lenses, they resist visible scratches and are lighter than metal, reducing pressure points. The frames can be heated and reshaped for a personalized fit, though they only suit narrow or small faces and the steep lens curve limits prescription conversion for all but mild prescriptions. The polarized reception—some praise the classic shape, others deem it hideous—reflects a bold tradeoff. Priced at $595 CAD but on clearance at $99.95, the build quality and included leather case set them apart from replicas.
Verified claims
- Design reference
- Exaggerated Oakley Gascans design with Latino subculture inspiration.
- Fit
- Fits narrow or small faces only.
- Reception
- Polarizing: some buyers compliment its classic shape, others call it hideous.
- Price positioning
- Part of DRKSHDW diffusion line; on clearance at $99.95 CAD.
- Materials
- Frame: hypoallergenic colored-through acetate; Lenses: nylon; solid build with leather case.
- Colorfastness
- Surface scratches won't reveal a different base color.
- Comfort
- Hypoallergenic and lighter than metal, reducing pressure points during all-day wear.
- Adjustability
- Acetate frames can be heated and reshaped for a personalized, restorable fit.
- Prescription feasibility
- Buyers report conversion works for mild prescriptions, limited by steep lens curve.
- Social reaction
- Regular compliments in daily use, but some call it hideous and seek replicas.
- Face shape suitability
- Flatters narrow, round, or oval faces; may exaggerate a strong jawline.
- Design heritage
- Exaggerated Oakley Gascan inspiration in the more accessible DRKSHDW diffusion line.
- Build quality
- Italian acetate and nylon lenses with color-through construction have no convincing replicas.
Product record
- Title
- Documenta Sunglasses
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 595 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Glossy black oversized acetate sunglasses with a single straight top bar, squared lenses with a notched bridge, and wide temples featuring three small round metal rivets near the hinge.
- Frame shapeThick, glossy acetate frame with a continuous straight top bar forming an oversized squared silhouette and rounded outer corners.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.28 · w 0.78 · h 0.48 (high) - Lens designTwo large rectangular lenses with slightly rounded inner corners separated by a notched nose bridge cut into the frame; lenses appear dark gray and slightly reflective.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.62 · h 0.36 (high) - TemplesWide, flat temples in the same glossy black material extending straight back with an inward curve at the ear tip.
2 regions
x 0.55 · y 0.34 · w 0.42 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (medium) - Temple rivetsThree small round metal rivets visible on the outer face of the right temple near the hinge arranged in a triangular cluster.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Inner temple signature“Cursive white signature printed on the inner surface of the left temple.”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium) - Frame finishHigh-gloss polished surface producing bright specular highlights along the top edge and outer rims.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.28 · w 0.78 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral gray background with soft, even lighting and a subtle shadow below the sunglasses; three-quarter front perspective with the left temple nearer the camera.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view with sunglasses placed diagonally across the frame, left front closer to camera and right temple extending toward top-right.
- Background and surfaceEven light neutral gray background and surface with a soft shadow beneath the product.
- LightingSoft studio lighting producing gentle reflections on glossy surfaces and minimal harsh shadows.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the sunglasses with no visible motion blur; full product visible and lightly cropped by image margins only at the far left edge.
- Legible text“Rick Owens”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
gloss black· frame#353533smoke gray· lenses#4A4946white· inner temple signature text#EDEDED- Frame shapeThick, glossy acetate frame with a continuous straight top bar forming an oversized squared silhouette and rounded outer corners.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Rick Owens
SUNGLASSES DOCUMENTA
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
6 threads · r/FashionReps, r/Rickowens, r/QualityRepsReddit’s overall sentiment on Rick Owens Documenta sunglasses is mixed, with users divided between admiring their unique, classic design and dismissing them as hideous or impractical.
Positive comments highlight their compliments-attracting design and prescription adaptability, while negative comments focus on their unattractive appearance and face-shape restrictions.
Themes
Use Cases
- Prescription glasses
- Daily fashion accessory
- Replica market for style/affordability
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Can they be made into prescription glasses?
- Yes, but the lens curve can limit strong prescriptions; some have successfully converted them.
- Are there good replicas available?
- Good replicas are rare; authentic pairs have solid construction, but many find the style unattractive.
- Do they get compliments?
- Yes, some owners report regular compliments for their classic and simple shape.
Compared To
vs Oakley Gascans
Often described as Rick Owens’ exaggerated take on Oakley Gascans, reflecting his inspiration from Southern California Latino culture.
Source Threads
Negative sentiment on the glasses' appearance in a replica-seeking thread
I found a seller for these but they are so hideous I refuse to post a link
u/jewwej47r/FashionRepsView thread →
Positive feedback on Documenta's classic design and compliments
Documenta’s all day. For their simplicity and classic shape, I get a surprising amount of compliments regularly.
u/seth_startixr/RickowensView thread →
Description of the glasses as exaggerated Oakley Gascans
I dont own them yet, but the ones that look like exaggerated Oakley gascans, ["Rick Sunglasses'"](https://www.rickowens.eu/en-us/products/rg0000005gtrsb0109)
u/AskPsychological8889r/RickowensView thread →
Durability and love for the 'perfoma' shades
Love these perfoma shades, these are my day to days for years and theyve held up nice
u/aintscared2loseur/RickowensView thread →
Legit check comment noting lack of good replicas and solid construction
i’m no qc expert but i haven’t seen any good reps of these and the construction of both the glasses and case look solid.
u/m275drillar/QualityRepsView thread →