Anne et Valentin DRYDEN 2 21C13 Designer Glasses

Description

Anne et Valentin is a French independent eyewear brand renowned for distinctive shapes, expressive colour combinations and beautifully crafted designer glasses. Born in Toulouse, the brand began when a couple of opticians set out to create the graphic, original eyewear they could not find elsewhere. That independent spirit continues to shape the brand today.

Rather than simply following seasonal fashion trends, Anne et Valentin creates eyewear designed to express the individuality of the person wearing it. Its collections explore geometry, proportion, colour and form, resulting in prescription glasses and sunglasses that are instantly recognisable without being defined by passing trends.

Designed in Toulouse, Handmade in France

Anne et Valentin maintains a strong connection to its French origins. The brand works with traditional eyewear manufacturers in the French Jura mountains, where its acetate frames are carefully crafted using specialist techniques and meticulous finishing.

A small number of titanium models are manufactured in Japan, reflecting the brand’s commitment to sourcing specialist materials and craftsmanship from regions renowned for their expertise.

Distinctive French Designer Eyewear

Anne et Valentin is particularly known for bold acetate frames, sculptural shapes, graphic lines and unexpected colour combinations. Collections range from expressive statement designs to more understated interpretations of the brand’s distinctive aesthetic.

The result is eyewear with personality. Each frame is designed to work with the wearer’s features and become part of their individual style, rather than simply following a conventional idea of what glasses should look like.

Anne et Valentin at YourSpecs

At YourSpecs.co.uk, we offer Anne et Valentin designer glasses for customers looking for something different from conventional eyewear. Discover handcrafted French frames featuring distinctive shapes, premium materials and the creative design philosophy that has made Anne et Valentin a respected name in independent eyewear.

Explore Anne et Valentin prescription glasses online at YourSpecs.co.uk and find a frame designed to express your individuality.

Frame Details

The Anne et Valentin DRYDEN 2 21C13 glasses combine distinctive French design with a refined mid-century influence. Handmade in France and part of the brand’s celebrated Hypercut collection, the DRYDEN 2 takes inspiration from classic 1950s American eyewear and reinterprets it through Anne et Valentin’s precise, architectural approach to frame design.

With its compact 46mm eye size, the DRYDEN 2 offers a confident yet considered silhouette. The frame has a strong graphic character, combining classic proportions with carefully defined edges and subtle sculptural detailing. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking for designer prescription glasses with a distinctive vintage-inspired aesthetic rather than a conventional retro frame.

The Hypercut collection is built around precision, balance and carefully controlled geometry. Anne et Valentin uses distinctive cutting and finishing techniques to create sharper, straighter edges across the acetate, giving the DRYDEN 2 a more architectural appearance than traditionally rounded acetate eyewear. These precise lines create definition while retaining the tactile quality and substantial feel of handcrafted acetate.

The 21C13 colourway combines a bold black exterior with deep dark tortoiseshell accents. The contrast gives the frame a strong, sophisticated appearance while adding subtle depth and texture to the design. It is a versatile colour combination that works particularly well with the DRYDEN 2’s classic-inspired shape.

Another discreet detail is the small metal feather-inspired insert at the end of the temple, one of Anne et Valentin’s understated design signatures. Hidden from the front, it adds a refined finishing touch for those who appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail within the frame.

Anne et Valentin was founded by opticians who wanted to create original, graphic eyewear that offered an alternative to conventional frames. That philosophy remains central to the brand, with each model designed around individuality, proportion, colour and character.

For anyone searching for Anne et Valentin glasses online, the DRYDEN 2 21C13 offers a distinctive combination of French craftsmanship, mid-century inspiration and contemporary geometric detailing. Its compact 46mm eye size, bold black acetate and subtle tortoiseshell accents make it a characterful choice for everyday designer eyewear.

Shop the Anne et Valentin DRYDEN 2 21C13 at YourSpecs.co.uk and discover handcrafted French glasses designed around individuality, precision and timeless style.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

We offer free Royal Mail delivery on all purchases in order that we remain competitive and save you money.

Please note delivery estimates of products are given in each product page. However these are only estimates and deliveries may arrive earlier or later than this. We will inform you when a product has been dispatched.

Accessories

All frames will be delivered with an original case and cloth. Please note, that presented cases may differ from those delivered, depending on suppliers' stock availability.

Returns

If you're not 100% satisfied with your glasses ordered online, we offer an exchange and return policy from the day you receive your order. Restrictions for prescription lenses or returns for refunds and exchanges apply.

Prescription Eyewear (Custom-Made Products)
All prescription lenses and prescription eyewear are custom-made to the individual customer’s specifications.
Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, bespoke and personalised items are exempt from the standard 14-day cancellation period. For this reason, prescription eyewear cannot be cancelled, returned, or refunded once production has begun.
Customers are responsible for ensuring that all prescription details and measurements provided at the time of order are accurate.
If you believe there is an issue with your prescription lenses, please contact us within 48 hours of receiving your order so that we can assess the matter.

Non-Prescription Products
For non-prescription items, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your goods in accordance with UK consumer law.
Items must be returned unused, in their original condition and packaging. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty.

Faulty or Incorrect Items
If your item arrives faulty, damaged, or incorrect, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery. We may require photographic evidence before arranging a replacement or refund.
Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 remain unaffected.

Price Match

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