Authorized Leisure Society Retailer
Heirloom eyewear from CFDA member Shane Baum — every frame fully authentic, individually numbered, and sourced direct.
NYC's Largest Luxury Eyewear Collection
Leisure Society
Leisure Society handcrafts each frame in Japan from 12k, 18k, and 24k gold-plated titanium and cotton-based acetate, using techniques more common to fine jewelry than eyewear. Founded by California designer and CFDA member Shane Baum, the collection draws from classic silhouettes and vintage hardware to produce heirloom pieces, often released in numbered editions of just 60. Visionary Optics carries roughly 125 Leisure Society styles across our three NYC locations — many of them rare and out of production elsewhere.
7,000+
Frames Across 3 Locations
3
NYC Locations
35+
Years in Business
Leisure Society Victor Optical
Sale priceFrom $1,575.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Stresa Optical
Sale price$825.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Savoye Optical
Sale price$1,500.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Prism Optical
Sale price$975.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Presidio Optical
Sale price$1,230.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Meursault Optical
Sale price$1,275.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Melvyn Optical
Sale price$1,365.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Lucienne Optical
Sale priceFrom $1,035.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Lassen Optical
Sale price$825.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Komenda Optical
Sale price$1,575.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Equense Optical
Sale priceFrom $750.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Cortina Optical
Sale priceFrom $600.00
3 colors available
Leisure Society Corbusier Optical
Sale price$645.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Komenda Sunglasses
Sale priceFrom $1,650.00
3 colors available
Leisure Society Kendall Sunglasses
Sale priceFrom $900.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Vittoria Optical
Sale price$1,185.00
1 color available
Leisure Society Merano Optical
Sale price$825.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Kendall Optical
Sale price$900.00
2 colors available
Leisure Society Bellagio Optical
Sale price$675.00
2 colors available
Why Leisure Society at Visionary Optics?
Founded by CFDA member Shane Baum, Leisure Society creates heirloom-quality eyewear handcrafted in Japan from pure titanium with ion-plated precious metal finishes.
Visionary Optics carries one of the largest Leisure Society collections in New York City, with both current and vault styles available across our three locations.
Every Leisure Society frame is individually numbered and crafted in small batches, making each piece a true collector's item.
The Visionary Optics Difference
Pure Titanium, Precious Metal Finishes
Handcrafted in Japan from pure titanium with ion-plated finishes in gold, rose gold, and platinum tones — built like jewelry.
Individually Numbered
Each Leisure Society frame is produced in small batches and individually numbered — collectible by design, never mass-produced.
Expert Leisure Society Fitting
Our opticians know Leisure Society's current and archive collections, and pair each frame with ZEISS precision lenses for crystal-clear vision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Leisure Society eyewear special?
Leisure Society is built around heirloom design, meaning each frame is made to be kept and passed down rather than replaced. Frames are handcrafted in Japan from gold-plated titanium and cotton-based acetate, and production is deliberately small. Many designs are released in editions of around sixty pieces and are individually numbered, which makes the collection closer to collectible objects than seasonal eyewear.
Where are Leisure Society glasses made?
Leisure Society is designed in California and handcrafted in Japan by artisans working in a region that has produced eyewear for over a century. The titanium construction allows detailing that is not possible in other materials, including textured bridges and sculpted profiles designed in three dimensions.
How much do Leisure Society glasses cost?
Leisure Society spans a wider price range than most brands we carry. Acetate frames start around $375. Titanium models typically run from about $1,000 to $1,500. Frames finished in heavier gold plating and precious metals reach approximately $3,200. The range reflects the material rather than the design, so a simple silhouette in a precious finish can cost several times the same shape in acetate.
Who is Shane Baum?
Shane Baum is the California based designer behind Leisure Society and a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America. Before launching the brand he spent years in eyewear design and development, including work with Marc Jacobs on eyewear for Louis Vuitton, and projects with Rebecca Minkoff and Mark Mothersbaugh. Leisure Society reflects that background in its emphasis on craft and material over trend.
What does 12k, 18k, and 24k gold plating mean on a frame?
Leisure Society plates its titanium frames in 12 karat, 18 karat, or 24 karat gold. The karat number describes the purity of the gold used in the plating, with 24 karat being the purest and warmest in tone, and 12 karat reading cooler and more subdued. The plating is applied over a pure titanium base, so the frame keeps titanium's light weight and strength while carrying the color and finish of solid gold.
Can I get Leisure Society frames with prescription lenses?
Yes. Every Leisure Society optical frame at Visionary Optics can be fit with ZEISS prescription lenses, and most single vision prescriptions are ready the same day. We also fit progressive and specialty lens prescriptions, and we can fit prescription lenses into Leisure Society sunglasses.
Where can I buy Leisure Society eyewear in NYC?
Visionary Optics is an authorized Leisure Society retailer with three New York City locations: Upper East Side at 1409 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10075, Chelsea at 173 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10011, and Carroll Gardens at 315 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231. We stock over 50 Leisure Society styles across optical and sunglasses, including models in gold-plated titanium, every frame is 100% authentic, and our opticians can guide you through model and fit differences. We also ship nationwide, with or without prescription lenses, so you can order from anywhere in the United States.
Can't Decide? Visit Us.
Nothing beats trying frames in person. Visit any of our three NYC locations and let our experts help you find your perfect pair.