The Soho is a statement, not a subtle pair
The Soho is a brutalist-inspired cat-eye frame with sharp angles, heavy bevelled detailing and metal temple caps. It is designed to be noticed. If you want a quiet, understated pair, this is not that frame. If you want a bold silhouette that reads as deliberate, the Soho is worth a closer look.
This guide covers the frame's shape and proportions, what those measurements mean for fit, how the three colourways change the look, and how to style the Soho without letting it wear you.
Frame measurements that affect fit
- Soho: Crafted from 8mm premium Japanese acetate on the face and softened with 3.5mm temples. The 8mm face gives the Soho its heavy, sculpted look. The 3.5mm temples are noticeably thinner, which reduces bulk at the sides of your head. If you have had thick acetate frames press against your temples, that thinner temple is the detail to check first.
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What the 8mm face and 3.5mm temples mean for wear
The Soho's face is built from 8mm acetate, which is thick enough to carry the sharp angles and heavy bevelling without looking fragile. That thickness is central to the brutalist look, but it also means the frame has visual weight. On smaller faces, an 8mm face can dominate.
The temples are 3.5mm, considerably thinner than the face. This is the Soho's practical compromise: the front stays bold, while the arms are softened for comfort. The supplied product information describes this combination as delivering comfort and quality, and the thinner temple is the reason that claim makes sense.
The supplied information does not include lens width, bridge width, temple length or overall frame width. Those numbers matter for a precise fit, so treat this guide as a way to judge the Soho's proportions and shape rather than a substitute for trying it on. If you are between sizes or have a narrow face, check the return policy before ordering.
Which face shapes suit a sharp cat-eye
Cat-eye frames generally flatter faces that are wider at the jaw or balanced in width, because the upswept outer corners draw the eye upward and outward. The Soho's version is angular rather than soft, so it adds structure rather than roundness.
If you have a round face, the Soho's sharp angles can create useful contrast. If you have a strong square jaw, the frame's own angles may compete rather than balance. If you have a heart-shaped face, the upswept corners can echo your natural lines, but the 8mm face may feel heavy. These are general styling principles, not rules, and the Soho's exact fit on your face depends on measurements the supplied information does not include.
The safest approach is to compare the Soho's silhouette with frames you already wear well. If you like angular frames that sit slightly wide, the Soho is in your range. If you prefer rounded or rimless styles, this frame will feel like a departure.
Three colourways, three different effects
The Soho is available in three colour options, each with a black gradient lens. The colour you choose changes how bold the frame reads.
- Gloss Black / Black Gradient Lens: The most graphic option. The glossy black finish emphasises the sharp angles and bevelled edges, making the Soho read as architectural. Choose this if you want the frame to be the focal point of your outfit.
- Ivory Tort / Black Gradient Lens: The tortoiseshell pattern softens the brutalist shape. It keeps the character of the frame but makes it easier to wear with warm tones and textured fabrics. A good middle ground if you like the silhouette but want less contrast.
- Transparent Pink / Black Gradient Lens: The most playful option. The translucent pink reduces the visual weight of the 8mm acetate, so the frame feels lighter on the face even though the dimensions are the same. Choose this if you want the shape without the full impact of opaque black.
How to style the Soho without overdoing it
The Soho already does a lot of work, so let it lead. With the Gloss Black option, keep the rest of your outfit simple: a plain tee, a clean shirt, or a monochrome look. The frame's metal temple caps add a second detail, so skip statement earrings or busy prints near the face.
The Ivory Tort option is easier to pair with earthy colours, denim and knitwear. It works well in casual settings where black can feel severe. The Transparent Pink option suits lighter, more playful outfits and is a natural fit for warm-weather dressing.
In all three colours, the sharp cat-eye shape pairs best with necklines that leave the face open. High turtlenecks and heavy scarves can crowd the frame. If you wear your hair up, the upswept corners stay visible; if you wear it down, tuck one side back so the frame's shape is not hidden.
Is the Soho right for you?
- Choose the Soho if: You want a bold, angular cat-eye with visible craftsmanship. You like the idea of a thick 8mm acetate face balanced by thinner 3.5mm temples. You are comfortable with a frame that draws attention, and you are willing to check the fit against your own measurements or the return policy.
- Skip the Soho if: You want a subtle everyday frame, you have a very narrow face and prefer frames that sit close to the temples, or you need precise sizing information before ordering. The supplied information does not include full measurements, so if certainty matters more than style, look for a frame with published dimensions.
Soho at a glance
- Soho: A brutalist inspired cat-eye frame with sharp angles, heavy bevelled detailing and metal temple caps. This is the design summary: angular cat-eye, bevelled edges, metal details at the temples. It tells you the Soho is a deliberate statement frame rather than a classic shape.
- Soho: Available in Gloss Black / Black Gradient Lens, Ivory Tort / Black Gradient Lens, and Transparent Pink / Black Gradient Lens. All three options use a black gradient lens, so the choice is about frame colour and how much visual weight you want the frame to carry.
