Aesthete
The Lunetterie Générale - Aesthete carries understated elegance in a refined rectangular silhouette of high-grade Japanese acetate. The 8mm-thick front sits on slim anti-slip temples, joined by custom 7-barrel riveted hinges with intricate hairline detailing, gold and palladium-plated hardware, and the signature engraved wire core—a frame for those who notice such things. French refinement meets American boldness, in the Montreal design house's signature register. Each frame is built in small batches through over 300 meticulous steps. Handmade in Japan. Includes Lunetterie Générale box, case, and cleaning cloth.
We offer free shipping to anywhere in the United States, charge $20 USD to ship to Canada and Mexico, and $40 USD to ship anywhere else around the world. For more info on our Shipping Rates.
We offer a 20-day return policy for all of our eyewear purchased online. Purchase of 2 or more frames will be subject to a 8% restocking fee for each frame that is returned. Prescription lens purchases are eligible for a 50% refund. For more info on our Return Policy.
The epitome of Quiet Luxury
Eyewear as cinematic storytelling. Lunetterie Générale, founded by Montreal designer Julien Couture, blends French refinement with American boldness and Japanese craftsmanship. Each handmade frame draws on Art Deco aesthetics and classic cinema—quiet luxury built for those who move through the world with intention.
Rx Lens Service
Prescription lenses, added to any frame.
Single-vision or progressive in three lens materials. From $169 with anti-reflective coating included. FSA/HSA accepted.
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Specs Assist
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Send us a photo and your frame picks — our team renders the frames onto your face and emails it back within 24 hours.
Frame
Aesthete Black & 18K Gold
Lens
Add-ons
Subtotal
$ 560
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Pupil Distance
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Pupil distance (PD) is the distance in millimeters between the centers of your pupils. It's used to align the optical center of your lenses with your eyes. Most adults have a PD between 54–74 mm. You can find it on your prescription or ask your eye doctor.
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