About Velvet Eyewear ®

About Velvet Eyewear®

Velvet Eyewear® is a women’s luxury eyewear and accessory brand founded in 1999 by optician and designer Cindy Hussey. We offer sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue light glasses, snow goggles, and our signature Sunglass Style Boxes—each designed to fit and flatter the female face.

Rooted in iconic American fashion and culture, Velvet blends timeless style, full UV protection, and modern comfort. Each style is hand-finished using high-quality materials, crafted in the finest factories, and proudly designed in the USA for women.

Designed for Women—Since Day One

Velvet was created to be a true women’s brand—not a unisex frame painted pink. Every detail is thoughtfully designed for the female face. Cindy, our founder, brings optics expertise since 1987 and a creative heritage steeped in European artistry. Her trained eye shapes every aspect of our products—from frame shape and fit to color palettes and comfort.

Feminine without fuss. Sexy yet sophisticated. Relaxed and refined. Learn more about our founder, Cindy Hussey.

Sustainability That Feels Right

We fulfill all orders in-house to reduce waste and avoid unnecessary packaging. Our shipping process is streamlined to lower emissions, and we use recyclable, responsibly sourced materials whenever possible.

We also offer a Recycle Program. Customers can send back any Velvet product to be recycled responsibly and receive rewards for participating.

Giving Back

We are passionate about supporting children, the arts, and veterans. Our brand proudly contributes to organizations like Dress for Success, Wine, Women & Shoes, local Veterans Hospitals, Boys & Girls Clubs, and Materials for the Arts. Giving back is woven into the heart of who we are.

Growth & Evolution

In 2003, Velvet was acquired by K2 Sports, where Cindy continued designing female-specific eyewear and accessories.

By 2010, Velvet had relocated to New York City and was re-acquired by Cindy. During this time, she also led eyewear design for brands like Trina Turk, Milly, Judith Leiber, and Beverly Hills Polo Club, while rebuilding Velvet with a renewed focus on women’s design.

In 2018, Velvet moved to Boca Raton, Florida. The fresh coastal energy inspired new collections and helped grow our community of Velvet women from coast to coast.

The Velvet Community

Velvet has always been built by and for women who lead with style, creativity, and confidence. Over the years, we’ve partnered with Olympic athletes like Shannon Dunn and Kasia Meador, and more recently with inspiring voices like Tara Schiphof and actress and model Eugenia Kuzmina.

We proudly support events and organizations that align with our values, including the Miss America organization, the French Riviera Film Festival, and the DaVinci International Film Festival. Velvet continues to appear on national platforms like NBC’s TODAY Show and be featured by retail partners such as Nordstrom.com, Kohls.com, and FabFitFun.

Whether it’s a fashion shoot, red carpet, or a sun-filled weekend getaway, Velvet women show up—bold, stylish, and beautifully protected.


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