Tom Cruise not only delivers an iconic performance as the likes of Barry Seal in the 2017 film American Made, but also some serious retro style. One of the many standout accessories is a pair of retro-tinged Randolph Engineering Aviator – Military Special Edition aviator sunglasses that perfectly sum up the early 1980s aesthetic of the film. Cruise’s glasses comprise a big part of his character definition — that of a brazen pilot-turned-drug courier — and bring an air of authenticity to the film’s period setting.
We see Cruise sporting chunky aviator-style glasses with a highly retro look throughout the movie. Rather than the slim-fitting metal-framed Ray-Bans he famously sported in Top Gun, these Randolph Engineering frames have a chunkier plastic look that is reminiscent of the heavier, more dramatic styles that were prevalent at the end of the ’70s and the beginning of the ’80s. They match with the color-lensed glasses with an ever so slightly oversized rim that suits Cruise’s face shape and adds a rugged, cool element to on-screen persona.
The Randolph sunglasses complete Barry Seal’s adventurous look and also encapsulate the style of the era, where statement accessories were king. Their functional aesthetic shields the eyes from the sun while making a stylish statement — ideal for a character who’s constantly on the move between deals, flights, and danger. It’s the fact that they’re both functional and stylish that makes them so memorable for fans of movie fashion.
Frame Specifications:
Brand: Randolph Engineering
Model: Aviator
Frame Color: Bright Chrome
Lens Color: AGX (green-gray tint)
Lens Type: Mineral glass lenses with anti-reflective coating
Size: 55mm lens width (standard fit)
Temple Style: Bayonet temples (designed for comfort under headgear)
Material: Jewelry-quality metal alloy with durable finish
Made In: USA
For anyone who needs a shot of Tom Cruise retro cool from American Made, the same retro Randolph aviators are offered from retro-themed companies that specialize in delivering retro appearances. If you want the replica itself or just that essence of cool that only the 1980s could pull off, these sunglasses deliver quick character to everyday wear. They are another sign that Cruise eyewear always makes a lasting impression regardless of decade. Visit EyeOns to pick a pair of aviators to create a stunning look: https://www.eyeons.com/sunglasses/aviator/.