: Luxottica Group (now EssilorLuxottica) acquired Oakley, thereby bringing Oliver Peoples under its umbrella.
The brand was established by opticians Larry Leight, Dennis Leight, and Kenny Schwartz. Its origin is famously cinematic: while searching for inventory, the founders purchased a bulk lot of 6,000 unworn vintage frames at an auction. Inside, they found a receipt made out to an "Oliver Peoples," whom they honored by naming the company after him. buy oliver peoples
Oliver Peoples operated as an independent brand for 20 years before entering a series of strategic acquisitions that integrated it into the world's largest eyewear conglomerate: Inside, they found a receipt made out to
: Many designs are inspired by film and art icons, such as the Gregory Peck frame (modeled after his glasses in To Kill a Mockingbird ) and the Cary Grant sunglasses (inspired by his look in North by Northwest ). Corporate Growth and Acquisition History Strategic Partnerships and Market Position
: Under Luxottica’s ownership, the brand expanded its retail footprint from 14 to 42 global stores by 2016. Strategic Partnerships and Market Position