Garrett Leight California Optical was founded in 2010 by Garrett Leight, son of Larry Leight — the man who founded Oliver Peoples in 1987 and essentially invented the modern American luxury eyewear aesthetic. The apple did not fall far from the tree. GLCO carries that same DNA of California ease and Japanese precision, but with a distinctly younger, more Venice Beach energy. After 16 years, the brand has grown to over 191 styles, and navigating the collection can be overwhelming. This is the guide I give every customer who walks in asking about Garrett Leight.
The Wilson is where most people start, and for good reason. It is the brand's signature frame — a classic round shape with a keyhole bridge that references the golden age of American eyewear. Available in both optical and sun versions, the Wilson comes in over 20 colorways from classic tortoise to modern crystal. If you are new to GLCO and want the frame that best represents the brand's philosophy, start here. The Wilson M (medium) fits most faces; the Wilson XL is for larger faces or those who want a more statement-making proportion.
The Bentley is the Wilson's bolder sibling — a slightly larger, more oval shape that sits higher on the face and reads as more fashion-forward. Hailey Bieber has been photographed in the Bentley repeatedly, and it has become the brand's most-requested frame among younger customers. The Bentley Sun is equally popular — a sunglass version with a slightly more dramatic silhouette that works beautifully on oval and heart-shaped faces.
The Winward is the brand's most architectural frame — a round shape with a distinctive double bridge that references vintage American military eyewear. It is a frame for people who want something recognizable but not obvious: those who know eyewear will recognize it immediately, while those who do not will simply see a beautifully proportioned round frame. Tom Holland wore the Winward to the Spider-Man: Far from Home premiere, which tells you everything about its cultural positioning.
The newer collections — Feliz Sun and Lilith Sun, both added to the line in 2026 — represent GLCO's continued evolution. The Feliz Sun is a relaxed, slightly oversized round sunglass with a California-casual energy that makes it the easiest frame in the collection to wear. The Lilith Sun is more structured — a geometric shape with clean angles that provides a counterpoint to the brand's typically rounded aesthetic. Both are priced at $425 and represent exceptional value in the luxury sunglass category.
The Mr. Leight collaboration — frames designed jointly by Garrett and his father Larry — occupies a special place in the collection. The Laurel SL and Doheny SL are the current collaboration pieces: frames that blend Garrett's California sensibility with Larry's Oliver Peoples heritage. They are the only frames in the collection that carry both generations' DNA, and they are worth seeking out if you want something genuinely unique.
We carry 191 Garrett Leight styles at The Last Optical — the full collection, including every new arrival. If you are not sure which frame is right for your face shape, email us at hello@thelastoptical.com with a photo and we will give you a personal recommendation. That is the kind of service a licensed optician provides — and it is free.