Tom Cruise dropped in on Wimbledon finals and suddenly tennis fans and even celebrity watchers put their antennas up. The Hollywood star showed up at the Royal Box, Centre Court on July 10 and 11, bringing magic with his trademark look. Cruise donned a smart navy suit, topped with aviator sunglasses, making him every bit the movie star while taking it all in. That was a sleek pair of American Optical Original Pilot sunglasses. His touch of casual but timeless style blended classic aviator oomph with his signature fine charm.
American Optical’s Original Pilot frames—immediately recognizable by their stout silver metal construction and squared-off aviator lenses—date back to 1958 and were originally made for U.S. military aviators. The version worn by Cruise had the now-famous bayonet temples—designed to slide under headgear without a burden—and neutral gray lenses, protecting from, yet allowing clarity through, the bright sunlight during the semifinals.
With Wimbledon courts being enveloped in the green and set against an iconic British backdrop, Cruise was ready with a slick ensemble: sharp navy suit, crisp button-down, and sunglasses that completed the look between Hollywood glamour and refined spectator sophistication. In short, this pairing throws into relief the versatility present in Original Pilot design—rooted in military functionality but buoyed by modern fashion sensibilities.
American Optical eyewear had long been synonymous with Tom Cruise, who’s been a huge adherent of the brand off-screen for decades. While aviators may commonly refer to “Maverick” by Ray-Ban, Cruise’s preference resonates with the rugged authenticity of AO-more an acknowledgement of eyewear with historical weight-and of unmistakable style.
Frame Specifications:
Model: Original Pilot
Frame Colour: Silver
Colour Code: C2 BT CL GYG-P
Frame Type: Full Rim
Frame Shape: Aviator
Material: Metal
Lens Color: Green SkyMaster Glass
Polarized: No
Manufacturer: American Optical
Wimbledon 2021 wasn’t onto just a celebrity’s shine or glamour; more than that, it brought back the knowledge that some fashions-and celebrities-improve with time. The American Optical Original Pilot isn’t just a tribute to a bygone military endurance; it’s also a testimony to a design that transcends decades and fails to fade in the presence of a Hollywood legend. Visit EyeOns to get an original pair of aviator sunglasses from leading brands: https://www.eyeons.com/sunglasses/aviator/.