Balmain Sunglasses SOLDIER BPS-160B-59

Few sunglasses carry the weight of military precision and Parisian couture quite like the Balmain Soldier BPS-160B-59, available now at Lexor Miami. Born from the house's eight-decade history of fusing sharp French military tailoring with high fashion, the Soldier is more than a sunglass — it's a wearable artifact of the modern Balmain Army.

What sets this aviator-inspired silhouette apart is its construction. Each frame is handmade in Japan, built on a duo-frame architecture that pairs a titanium inner-eye rim with an outer rim crafted from premium Japanese acetate. The result is a frame that feels substantial without weighing you down — engineered for all-day comfort whether you're on Ocean Drive or boarding a flight out of MIA.

The details reward a closer look. Hand-painted enamel motifs and a tactile, repeating geometric titanium pattern wrap the temples, finished with raised gold Balmain logos at the temple tips and an engraved Balmain emblem on the bridge and plates. These gold touches are a deliberate nod to Pierre Balmain's signature golden medallions and gilded buttons — a thread of brand DNA running from the founder's ateliers to this frame. The smoke lenses, engraved with the PB logo, deliver full UV protection while keeping the look unmistakably Balmain.

Built in a generous 59mm lens width with a 21mm bridge and 140mm temple, the Soldier suits a range of face shapes while maintaining its bold, statement presence. Acetate and wrought metal are worked together with the kind of precision craftsmanship Balmain's eyewear ateliers are known for — frames meant to be worn for years, not seasons.

This is a piece for collectors and style-conscious buyers alike: limited production runs, premium materials, and instantly recognizable design language make it a smart long-term addition to any luxury eyewear rotation.

At Lexor Miami, we carry the Balmain Soldier BPS-160B-59 as an authorized retailer, backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty and the in-store expertise our Miami clientele expects from a true luxury destination.

Key Features 

• Handmade in Japan — precision craftsmanship from Balmain's renowned eyewear ateliers
• Titanium + acetate duo-frame — premium titanium inner-eye rim set inside a Japanese acetate outer rim for durability and lightweight comfort
• Aviator-inspired silhouette — bold, oversized squared navigator shape with unisex appeal
• Smoke lenses with engraved PB logo — 100% UV protection paired with a discreet luxury signature
• Hand-painted enamel motifs — tactile, repeating geometric titanium detailing on the temples
• Raised gold Balmain logo temple tips — a direct nod to Pierre Balmain's iconic golden medallions
• Engraved Balmain branding on bridge and plates for authenticated, unmistakable design
• Coloured hardware accents that elevate the frame beyond a standard aviator
• Generous 59-21-140 fit — wide lens coverage with a comfortable, secure hold
• Built to endure — designed for long-term wear, not a single-season trend
• Collector-grade rarity — limited production aligns with Balmain's exclusive eyewear drops
• Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty and authorized dealer support from Lexor Miami 

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