The Al Crystal Brown Frame & Black Lens

The AL is a voluminous rectangular frame from THISTLES, with soft curves and bold edges. It nods to Jackie Onassis’ 60s silhouette, with a touch of 90s edge.

Like the rest of the range, it’s made from cellulose acetate, a plant-based plastic made from cotton fibres and wood pulp, with five-barrel hinges and Poly Renew lenses for UV protection. The shape can sit up over the eyebrows or rest lower on the bridge of the nose.

The rounded volume and clean edges make a big frame that still feels refined.

• Cellulose acetate frame
• 100% Acetate
• Plant-based acetate made from cotton fibres and wood pulp
• Voluminous rectangular shape
• Five-barrel hinges
• Poly Renew lenses with UV protection
• Sizing: 51-17-140
• Width: 140mm
• Frame: Crystal Brown / Lens: Black
• Handcrafted in Italy

Please contact us here should you have any inquiries about the product.

Founded by New Zealand-born stylist and photographer Thistle Brown, Thistles is based in New York and produces small-batch eyewear with a focus on clean lines and enduring design. Each frame draws from vintage references while maintaining a quiet, modern sensibility. Thistles create functional eyewear made to last, with a pared-back attitude that feels both timeless and contemporary.

Australia | Australia Post
Standard: $10 (>$200 free*)
Express: $20 (>$350 free*)
Return Only: $15
Exchange: $30

New Zealand | DHL Express
Standard: N/A
Express: AUD $30 (>$350 free*)
Return Only: AUD $30
Exchange: AUD $60

Rest of World | DHL Express
Standard: N/A
Express: AUD $50
Return Only: AUD $50
Exchange: AUD $100

* Free shipping does not apply to sale items.

We aim for same-day processing of all orders placed by 10am on business days.

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Within 30 days of delivery: Full-price items can be returned for an exchange or store credit.

Refunds: Unless the item is deemed faulty by the warranties team or a refund is required by law.

Store credit: Issued as a gift card, valid for 5 years and usable online or in store.

Condition: Items must be as new, with original tags and packaging.

Excluded: Socks, underwear and earrings cannot be returned for hygiene reasons.

Sale items: Discounted sales are final. Exchange of size is permitted subject to availability.

Returns are subject to staff approval. Items rejected for wear, missing tags, washing or damage will be sent back at your expense.