Jacques Marie Mage - Wolves, Obnoxious Acetate and The American Dream

[lsterling]

I am still intrigued by the Mr P. Dealan in VT... I'd like to order them just to try them out, to scratch the itch, but a part of me says to myself "no, warm colors are not for you, you need cool colors to go with your complexion". Now, is this just a myth? Or should I, as a guy with light skin and brown hair, who lives in a northern European country, steer clear of VT and colorways like it? Or is the only way to know to just try the damn thing on and see?? 😬

As FH said, I have lighter skin and brown hair, and I thought the VT was pretty flattering. My issue was that I didn't necessarily feel like the VT complemented my wardrobe as well as darker frames. Very handsome frame, it just seemed like it was going to take some effort to work it in. I will say, I had second thoughts on the day that I shipped it back to JMM.

 

[fmvazquez]

I am still intrigued by the Mr P. Dealan in VT... I'd like to order them just to try them out, to scratch the itch, but a part of me says to myself "no, warm colors are not for you, you need cool colors to go with your complexion". Now, is this just a myth? Or should I, as a guy with light skin and brown hair, who lives in a northern European country, steer clear of VT and colorways like it? Or is the only way to know to just try the damn thing on and see?? 😬

If it helps same problem here! Jumped for the Camel and VT and I am so glad. I tend to use the warm colors in the summer (this year also ejoying them this warm Autum) the dark/neutral colors the whole year.
Go for it

 

[ColdinMN]

Hi all. I know this is not necessarily a JMM question but I will throw it out there anyway. Do any of you wear True Vintage Revival frames? If so, how does the quality compare to JMM? Also, do you know of any shops in the US that carry them? Thanks for any information.

 

[Billy Ray Valentine]

Hi all. I know this is not necessarily a JMM question but I will throw it out there anyway. Do any of you wear True Vintage Revival frames? If so, how does the quality compare to JMM? Also, do you know of any shops in the US that carry them? Thanks for any information.

I've been searching high and low and can't find a US site. I know it's a few intentional sites that will ship to the US though

 

[ColdinMN]

I've been searching high and low and can't find a US site. I know it's a few intentional sites that will ship to the US though

Thanks. I agree, can’t seem to find a US retailer but there are some in Europe. I think Sun of Japan has some, but I’m not sure about the cost and hassle of customs and returns. Also interested in Julius Tart Optical but have similar concerns. I was wondering about the quality. Seems like they would be pretty similar to JMM, but I’m not sure. I have worn Moscot before, I hope the TVR are a step up from those. Thanks again.

 

[garigo]

Can't speak of TVR, but I've checked out some Julius Tart frames recently and they are nice. The quality is a bit better than Moscot and the price reflects it. That said, they don't provide the same feeling as JMM's thick acetate. Not necessarily worse, just a different style.

 

[Nwolfe93]

I bought the Prudhon frames, but part of me is still wanting to pick up the Molino frame when I have the chance. It was the smaller of the two sizes. What do you all think of them on me? Fit, eye position, etc. it doesn’t help my PD is 58 so eye position has always been a struggle.

 

[lsterling]

I bought the Prudhon frames, but part of me is still wanting to pick up the Molino frame when I have the chance. It was the smaller of the two sizes. What do you all think of them on me? Fit, eye position, etc. it doesn’t help my PD is 58 so eye position has always been a struggle.

Great fit, in my opinion!

 

[hendrix]

Disagree tbh.

Think that doesn't look very good with your relatively narrow set eyes.

Better options out there IMO.

 

[ColdinMN]

I bought the Prudhon frames, but part of me is still wanting to pick up the Molino frame when I have the chance. It was the smaller of the two sizes. What do you all think of them on me? Fit, eye position, etc. it doesn’t help my PD is 58 so eye position has always been a struggle.

I think they look fine. Would be great sunglasses.

 

[thomasec]

Hey guys - sorry if this has been asked, but are the glasses at JMM's trunk shows a mix of old and brand new models? There were two models I tried that I haven't been able to fine online - Ashcrofti and Saburo.

 

[lsterling]

Hey guys - sorry if this has been asked, but are the glasses at JMM's trunk shows a mix of old and brand new models? There were two models I tried that I haven't been able to fine online - Ashcrofti and Saburo.

I believe those are both forthcoming from the next collection. JMM will likely not release anything official for quite some time.

 

[ijgood123]

Can't speak of TVR, but I've checked out some Julius Tart frames recently and they are nice. The quality is a bit better than Moscot and the price reflects it. That said, they don't provide the same feeling as JMM's thick acetate. Not necessarily worse, just a different style.

I believe Julius Tart and Native Sons (as well as Sauvage) are made by the same Japanese producer. I recently acquired a pair of Native Sons acetate frames, and I agree with your take. Better than most but doesn't have the thickness and level of detail as JMM.

 

[bry2000]

Disagree tbh.

Think that doesn't look very good with your relatively narrow set eyes.

Better options out there IMO.

I agree with this assessment. The OPs eyes are not well centered in the frames. I don’t think this is a very good optical fit.

 

[hoodog]

Disagree tbh.

Think that doesn't look very good with your relatively narrow set eyes.

Better options out there IMO.

Yup one more here for opticals. The OP's PD is far too narrow for those frames.