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Saratoga Sunglasses
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Saratoga Sunglasses

The archival square frame AO links directly to John F. Kennedy’s off-duty look.

$210 at American Optical

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Story & heritage

AO describes Saratoga as an archival design famously worn by John F. Kennedy, returned from the company archives with modern ergonomic updates. The broader brand history also identifies Saratoga as a line frequently worn by President Kennedy.

The frame is iconic because it translates presidential leisure into a simple, American square: not oversized, not delicate, just assertive enough to read instantly.

Materials & craft

The current Saratoga is made in the USA from premium global components with updated ergonomics, AOLite™ nylon polarized lens options, backside anti-reflective and oleophobic coatings, and durable seven-barrel hinges.

Made in USAAOLite™ Nylonpolarized optionanti-reflective coatingoleophobic coatingseven-barrel hinges

How to choose & style

Keep the Saratoga in tortoise for the most archival feel, or move to black when you want the silhouette to read sharper and more urban. Its medium-square shape works best as the classic pair that does not need extra styling help.

TortoiseBlackCalobar GreenTrue-Color GrayCosmetan Brown52 / 54 / 56 mm
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