PROFESSOR NOR (BLACK)

The Professor was created for those who appreciate discretion over spectacle.

In a world where eyewear often falls into one of two extremes, either overly conservative or intentionally loud, The Professor offers a refined alternative. Its silhouette draws from timeless optical traditions while introducing subtle architectural details that create distinction without excess. The result is a frame that feels familiar, confident, and quietly memorable.

Designed for individuals who value presence over attention, The Professor allows its wearer to maintain a classic appearance while expressing a more considered point of view. The softened geometric shape, balanced proportions, and sculptural contours provide character without relying on oversized logos, trends, or fleeting statements. It is eyewear for those who understand that true confidence rarely needs to announce itself.

Handcrafted in Modena, Italy from premium Italian cellulose acetate and fitted with stainless steel hardware, every pair is individually finished by artisans whose eyewear heritage dates back to the 1950s. The deep black NOR acetate creates a timeless foundation that pairs effortlessly with a variety of environments, wardrobes, and personalities.

The inaugural Professor release is offered in two distinct lens editions, each limited to just 25 pieces worldwide.

SHADOW features Grey Gradient ZEISS lenses, creating a cooler, more understated presence that emphasizes clarity, restraint, and versatility.

AMBER features Brown Gradient ZEISS lenses, introducing warmth and depth while preserving the frame's refined character.

Like every Maison Marcel creation, The Professor is micro-produced rather than mass-produced. No colorway is recreated, and each edition becomes a permanent entry within the Maison Marcel archive. These decisions transform the frame from a simple accessory into a collectible object designed to be preserved, worn, and appreciated over time.

More than eyewear, The Professor is a wearable sculpture designed for collectors, professionals, architects, artists, entrepreneurs, and cultural observers who seek refinement without conformity.

Confidence without noise. Distinction without distraction. A classic look with a bold point of view.

Provenance

• First Professor Collection

• NOR (Black) Acetate Edition

• SHADOW Edition: Grey Gradient ZEISS Lenses, Limited to 25 Pieces Worldwide

• AMBER Edition: Brown Gradient ZEISS Lenses, Limited to 25 Pieces Worldwide

• No Future Reproduction of This Edition

• Designed in Miami

• Handcrafted in Modena, Italy

Details

• Premium Italian Cellulose Acetate

• ZEISS Gradient Lenses

• 100% UVA / UVB Protection

• Stainless Steel Hardware

• Hand Finished by Italian Artisans

• Micro-Produced Collectible Edition

• Premium Collector Packaging Included

Size & Fit

• Lens Width: 49 mm

• Bridge Width: 27 mm

• Temple Length: 150 mm

• Frame Weight: 36 g

• Medium to Large Fit

• Unisex Design

Collector's Note

Each pair is handcrafted in Modena, Italy using premium cellulose acetate infused with pigmented resin for exceptional depth and durability. Stainless steel hardware and artisan finishing techniques ensure that no two frames are exactly alike.

Minor variations, subtle imperfections, and differences between sister pairs are a natural result of the handcrafted process and should be celebrated as part of the object's authenticity.

Please allow up to 4 weeks for delivery. Every Maison Marcel frame is produced through a micro-production process rather than traditional mass manufacturing. Each piece is created as a collectible object intended for long-term preservation and enjoyment.