About Us
Process
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About Us
Process
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Our Process
Our process is seamless from start to finish, with meticulous attention to detail and quality from each cut and screw to every subtle nuance. Every pair of RAEN frames are designed in our California design studio and made to our exact original vision. All of our acetate is a unique and custom combination for our line, and every frame is built with hand-guided cutting, and then hand polished to finish. All of our lenses are manufactured by Carl Zeiss Vision, completing the process that makes every single frame RAEN.
Our Materials
Our Materials
Our Materials
HANDCRAFTED FRAME
CELLULOSE ACETATE
The industry standard material for all high-end optical and fashion eyewear frames. With acetate, the color and pattern is embedded into the raw material, not sprayed on the exterior like cheaper plastic frames. Acetate frames are hand polished for a deep gloss finish.
PREMIUM RIVET HINGE HARDWARE
We use premium rivet hinge hardware throughout the collection. 5 or 7 barrel hinges with lock-tight screws create sturdy and long lasting frames.
WIRE CORE
Wire core construction allows for an adjustable fit and is preferred by opticians.
OPTICS BY CARL ZEISS SUN LENS
ZEISS lenses are in compliance with all main international standards. ZEISS have also set dedicated tests and internal stringent parameters to ensure optical superiority in terms of visual acuity, abrasion resistance and coating durability.
The industry standard material for all high-end optical and fashion eyewear frames. With acetate, the color and pattern is embedded into the raw material, not sprayed on the exterior like cheaper plastic frames. Acetate frames are hand polished for a deep gloss finish. The material provides exceptional transparency and vibrancy. In addition to it’s visual appeal, acetate frames posses a “feel” that is different to other plastics and which is often described as more “natural” or “warm” to the touch. This may explain why it has remained the preferred material for premium eyewear for so many years.
We use premium rivet hinge hardware throughout the collection. 5 or 7 barrel hinges with lock-tight screws create sturdy and long lasting frames.
All of our frames are handcut and polished from a single sheet of acetate.
Wire core construction allows for an adjustable fit and is preferred by opticians.
ZEISS lenses are in compliance with all main international standards. ZEISS have also set dedicated tests and internal stringent parameters to ensure optical superiority in terms of visual acuity, abrasion resistance and coating durability.
ADJUSTABLE BRIDGE
Pinch the nose pads closer together for a more narrow fit, or push the pads apart for a wider fit.
BETA TITANIUM
Beta Titanium is a light and flexible material, so the temples can flex and contour the face for extra comfort. Ultra-light weight Beta Titanium frames are comfortable for all day, every day wear.
TEMPLE TIPS
Temple tips can be adjusted for the perfect fit.
Pinch the nose pads closer together for a more narrow fit, or push the pads apart for a wider fit.
Beta Titanium is a light and flexible material, so the temples can flex and contour the face for extra comfort. Ultra-light weight Beta Titanium frames are comfortable for all day, every day wear.
Temple tips can be adjusted for the perfect fit.
Our Lenses
A. MIRROR
Mirrors are cosmetic effects coming from the deposition of metals on the front of the lens. Mirrors only have the goal of adding an aesthetic quality to the lens, they do not add any additional performance benefits.
B. SOLID TINT
Solid tint lenses provide a uniform look and feeling for the user. We offer a wide range of tints to ensure our customers have no lack of options to choose from.
C. POLARIZED
When intense sunlight is reflected off a glossy surface (e.g. water, glass, asphalt, snow) the reflected light is polarized, and can cause glare. Polarized lenses absorb the rays that cause glare, while the remaining light is transmitted.
D. GRADIENT
We offer a variety of gradient lens tones. Gradients are created by dipping the lenses in a bath. These lenses offer a look that is undeniably on trend and work in a variety of light conditions.
Mirrors are cosmetic effects coming from the deposition of metals on the front of the lens. Mirrors only have the goal of adding an aesthetic quality to the lens, they do not add any additional performance benefits.
Solid tint lenses provide a uniform look and feeling for the user. We offer a wide range of tints to ensure our customers have no lack of options to choose from.
When intense sunlight is reflected off a glossy surface (e.g. water, glass, asphalt, snow) the reflected light is polarized, and can cause glare. Polarized lenses absorb the rays that cause glare, while the remaining light is transmitted.
We offer a variety of gradient lens tones. Gradients are created by dipping the lenses in a bath. These lenses offer a look that is undeniably on trend and work in a variety of light conditions.