Beautiful
These glasses are absolutely beautiful. Perfect!
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Great Packaging, Fit Well, Looks Good
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The Empire
Black Gold / Blue
Description
Serving as an ode to the extraordinary, The Empires are relentless in their pursuit of sophistication that never goes out of style. This pair of sunglasses connects robust frames through a subtle yet distinct bridge. The best classic browline sunglasses you'll ever buy!
Next-gen polarization and optical quality = see the world in HD!Features & Benefits
Patented double anchor stainless steel hinge. Rated for over 80,000 repetitions and over 60kg of pull force.Dimensions & Fit
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The Best Sunglasses You'll Ever Own
Serving as an ode to the extraordinary, The Empires are relentless in their pursuit of sophistication that never goes out of style.
NASA INSPIRED STRENGTH
Made with Aerospace Grade Titanium (same stuff as fighter jets), they are ultra strong and deceptively lightweight.
PREMIUM QUALITY MEMORY-MOLD ACETATE
The highest quality acetate to retain fit for the ultimate in comfort.
Highest Optical Quality Around
Made of Japanese Nylon, our lenses are half the weight of glass lenses, they don't scratch, and have amazing optical quality, so you'll see the world in HD! Our Next-Gen polarization reduces glare & eye strain. We integrate the polarizing & tint layers all the way through the lens. It won't flake off and will last forever.
THEY STAY PUT
With Titanium frames & super light lenses, The Empire is perfectly rear-balanced and will stay planted on your beautiful face.
THE FRAMES DON'T SCRATCH
We looked at drill bits, knives, firearms, and F1 race car pistons to create our own scratch-resistant 'Armour' protective coating.
THEY LAST
We've taken every step to make sure The Empire will last forever. We're so confident, we've put a lifetime warranty on every pair.
ENJOY YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE WORRY-FREE! IF YOU LOSE 'EM, WE GOT YOU!
Remember that time you lost your favorite pair? We feel your pain. Worry less and adventure more knowing you have a back-up plan. We’ll hook you up with a big discount for a brand new pair if yours get lost or stolen! Plus, our lifetime warranty covers any damage, so you’re always protected.
Free custom hard case with every pair
Our William Painter Hardcase is custom built for each frame and doesn't shake around when moving the case.
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- 5 stars 964
- 4 stars 3
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- Durability 4.9 of 5 (852)
- Quality 5 of 5 (852)
- Product StandoutsMost common: Looks Good · 92% of 815
100% would recommend (of 967 who answered)
Looking good
This is my second pair of WP sunglasses. I bought several years ago a Hook, and the quality of those, made me order recently a different pair; The Empire. Ordering from Europe isn’t cheap, but worth it. I have owned several other 200,- euro brand sunglasses, but they were all less quality.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Looks Good, Great Value, Fit Well, Durable, Great Packaging
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Sunglasses
These are my second pair of empire sunglasses in 7yrs. I gave my old pair to my son who's always admired them as well. He loves them as much as I love my new pair!! Many thanks for continuing to produce a great product. Wyatt Giddings Tyler Texas
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Looks Good, Great Value, Attracts Compliments, Fit Well, Durable
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Nice one
I already bought the hook serveral years ago, and it was my favorite. Still as new. I have tried other major brands, but these weren’t as good as my hook. The Empire I just bought fits also like a glove. It’s pitty the shippingcosts to Europe are major. But the glasses are the best.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Fit Well, Durable, Looks Good
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Nice
Love the lens and the fit.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Fit Well, Looks Good, Durable, Great Packaging
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Killer Shades
These are shades so good I had to buy them twice. My first pair survived 3 years, cross country moves, climbing trips and long distance cycling. The cycling finally claimed them and they found a resting place somewhere on I90. I did not hesitate to buy another pair.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Great Packaging, Fit Well, Looks Good, Attracts Compliments, Durable
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2nd set of WPs
Had the hook for a few years and started to want another style. Haven't had them long but so far they have been great. Only thing is I wish they came with a sock to protect them when getting stored in the car sunglasses holder.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Fit Well, Looks Good, Great Packaging
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The Empire
Great frames. Look super stylish when I decide I need a look more dressy than casual.
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Great Packaging, Fit Well, Looks Good, Attracts Compliments, Great Value
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So Nice I Bought it Twice
I've been a longtime fan of The Empire since I purchased my first pair in 2019. When the new Red Frame launched, I was pulled right in. The red is brighter than the picture shows! If you're a red fan, like I am, these are a must have. Same great fit, finish, and build quality; dope red lenses now!
- Durability 4/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Great Packaging, Looks Good, Attracts Compliments
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You Know Your Special When ...
I originally bought the Empire as a Christmas gift for my son three years ago. This quickly became his favorite pair of sunglasses. Fast forward to July 4, 2025. During a weekend getaway with his wife and in-laws in the hill country of Texas, a once-in-a-century flood devastated the area. All four cars, including his Rav4, were washed away, never to be seen again. Sadly, his Empire sunglasses were among the things lost in the car. Fortunately, everyone survived with only property loss. At Christmas, my son asked if I would replace his Empire glasses as my gift to him. He said the Empire sunglasses were the thing he missed most after the flood. I ordered the replacement pair, and we Facetimed as he unboxed the gift. It was great to see his joy in having these glasses again!
- Durability 5/5
- Quality 5/5
- Product Standouts: Great Packaging, Fit Well, Looks Good, Attracts Compliments
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