BV1400S
Intrecciato Rectangle
Black acetate with woven gold temple inlay and dark grey lenses.
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Bottega Veneta
Quiet Authority
Italian eyewear that says everything without trying.
Shop Bottega VenetaBottega Veneta was founded in Vicenza, Italy in 1966, building its reputation on exceptional leather goods and a philosophy of visible quality over visible logos — the house motto, "When your own initials are enough," still drives every design decision. The eyewear collection carries this forward through Intrecciato-engraved metal temples, thick-cut Italian acetate, and gold-tone hardware that references the house's leatherwork rather than conventional eyewear conventions. In New Zealand's high-UV environment, a frame this considered earns its place: it works as hard on Lambton Quay as it does poolside in Positano.
1966
Founded
Vicenza, Veneto, Italy
BV
Design Philosophy
No visible logos — quality speaks for itself
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Intrecciato
Signature woven motif carried into every eyewear collection
When your own initials are enough
— Bottega Veneta
The Confidence of Less
The Confidence
Of Less
The person who reaches for Bottega Veneta eyewear already knows what they like — they're not chasing a logo, they're choosing a standard. These are frames for the wardrobe that's been edited down to only what's worth keeping, worn by someone who'd rather be remembered for their presence than their accessories.
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Why We Love It
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Intrecciato Detail
The woven Intrecciato motif engraved into the metal temples isn't decorative afterthought — it's the same pattern that made Bottega's leather goods iconic, translated directly into eyewear hardware.
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Italian Acetate
Bottega cuts its acetate frames from high-density Italian sheet stock, giving them a weight and depth of colour that thinner injection-moulded alternatives simply don't have.
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Logo-Free Design
There's no brand name on the front of the frame — recognition comes from the silhouette and the hardware alone, which is exactly the point for a house built on insider knowledge rather than broadcast branding.
Everything You Need To Know About Bottega Veneta
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Sunglass Style is New Zealand's leading authorised luxury eyewear stockist, with the exquisite, curated collections available in our premium stores and online at sunglassstyle.co.nz. Buying from an authorised retailer means you get genuine frames, full manufacturer warranty, and access to the correct replacement lenses and repair services. All Sunglass Style stock is held in New Zealand — online orders are dispatched same day via NZ Post with overnight delivery. Same-day delivery is also available for eligible addresses.
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Bottega Veneta sunglasses at Sunglass Style NZ are priced between $780 and $1,050. That range reflects frames made from high-density Italian acetate and precision-finished metal alloys, with hardware details — including Intrecciato-engraved temples — that require skilled hand-finishing at the factory level. For eyewear at this price point, you're buying into a design philosophy as much as a product: no visible logos, no compromise on material, and a silhouette that holds its relevance across seasons.
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Yes. All sunglasses sold at Sunglass Style provide full UV400 protection — meaning they block 100% of UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nanometres. That's the highest level of UV protection available, and it applies across the entire range regardless of lens type. New Zealand has some of the highest UV radiation levels in the world, so this matters more here than in many other countries. Whether you're choosing a light gradient tint or a dark polarised lens, the UV protection is always the same: full UV400.
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Square and rectangular frames suit oval, heart, and diamond face shapes well, as the defined corners add structure where the face naturally tapers. If you have a stronger jaw or square face, consider rounder or oval silhouettes that soften strong jaw lines — an oversized aviator silhouette will complement proportions without losing presence. Of course, face shape is a starting point, not a rule — the best frame is the one that feels like you. Colour, personal style, and confidence all matter as much as geometry. The luxury eyewear range at Sunglass Style is wide enough to suit everything from understated elegance to full glamour. If you're shopping in store, our team can help you work through the options. If you're buying online at sunglassstyle.co.nz, we offer refunds on purchases that don't work for you — so you can try with confidence.
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When you buy from Sunglass Style, authenticity is guaranteed. We purchase exclusively from brand manufacturers and authorised distributors — so every frame in our stores and on our website is 100% genuine. All sunglasses come in original branded packaging and with relevant documentation. If you ever have any concerns, our team is happy to help. Buying from an unauthorised third-party seller or marketplace carries real risk — grey market and counterfeit eyewear is common, and often undetectable without expertise. Purchasing from an authorised stockist like Sunglass Style is the only way to guarantee you're getting the real thing, along with the correct manufacturer warranty and access to legitimate repair and lens services in New Zealand.
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Sunglass Style has been New Zealand's leading luxury eyewear retailer for over 20 years. Our stores are in premium locations across the country, staffed by experienced teams who know eyewear and fashion. We're an authorised stockist for the world's top eyewear brands, all stock is held in New Zealand, and we offer same-day dispatch with overnight delivery on most online orders. Whether you're shopping in store or online at sunglassstyle.co.nz, you're buying from a retailer that stands behind every purchase.
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Sunglass Style is an authorised stockist for over 50 premium eyewear brands in New Zealand. The range spans luxury designers including Prada, Miu Miu, Tom Ford, Gucci, Victoria Beckham, Versace, Saint Laurent, Dior and Celine, through to premium sport and lifestyle brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Maui Jim, Carrera, Smith, Polaroid and Dirty Dog. For the full brand list visit sunglassstyle.co.nz/brands/
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We have 10 stores across New Zealand — Albany, Newmarket, Onehunga, Sylvia Park, Hamilton, Mount Maunganui, Palmerston North, Tawa (Wellington), Hornby and Riccarton (Christchurch). For addresses, contact details and opening hours visit sunglassstyle.co.nz/stores/
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Sunglass Style offers refunds on online purchases that don't work for you, within 14 days of purchase. Every order includes a pre-paid return courier bag — just repack in the original packaging and send it back. A $6 contribution toward return costs is deducted from the refund amount. For in-store purchases, we offer exchange or store credit within 14 days. Because our store teams help you find the right fit before you buy, we don't offer change-of-mind refunds on in-store purchases.
