Back in 1998, a revolutionary eyewear design made Oakley history. In 1998, an innovative eyewear design was born that would leave its mark on Oakley's history.
The "Mars X-Metal Leather" is one of the iconic models of the brand that is still talked about today. It took about six years to complete the process, which was so complex that it required specialized machinery and an enormous amount of electricity.
This legendary bottle has been revived in the modern age after passing through a long period of time.
Mars X-Metal Leatherv ¥369,380
What is surprising is the meticulous work that is hard to believe as an eyewear manufacturing process.
They use state-of-the-art technology used to manufacture rocket engine parts and the Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) process, which uses a high-powered laser to melt the raw materials (powder) for complex frames, to provide a superior fit that sets them apart from the rest.
In addition, the suede leather on the outer frame of the frames, which is sewn on one by one by hand, becomes more familiar to the wearer's hand as they wear the frames, and serves as an accent that adds a new essence to the futuristic design.
The creators involved in the development of this work commented.
The fusion of science and art around a single concept was the catalyst for the development of Mars. The legendary eyewear, a one-of-a-kind art form, became a defining part of 90's culture and was memorably seen in movies and worn by basketball players. In 2025, Oakley will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its founding. Reissuing the Mars from the brand's many archives and reviving the brand's DNA will further expand the world of Oakley.
Brian Takumi, Vice President, Soul & Creative, Oakley Brand
The original Mars came into the world not as a mere frame, but as a symbol of insane exploration and technology, pushing the limits of creative design. The round lens silhouette has long been considered the standard and traditional silhouette in the eyewear industry, and while the Mars is no different on the drawing board, it defies any image one might have of a round frame silhouette. The iconic and beautiful design is instantly recognizable as Oakley, so there was no need for excessive branding. The Mars is a true fusion of the past and present.
Nick Garfius, Vice President of Product Design, Oakley
This pair, nostalgic for those who know those days and innovative for those who live in the modern age, is now available in limited quantities at the Oakley Store Shibuya.
Don't miss out on this legendary piece of eyewear that will turn the conventional wisdom of eyewear on its head.
