Frames and design

Frame design

Every pair of Bigatmo sunglasses represents an organic evolution of ideas that blend natural, free flowing  forms with high attention to technical detail.

Bigatmo’s design team is led by multi-award winning Industrial Designer Anthony Harrison-Griffin. He combines free thought sketches with advanced 3D computer modelling to develop and test virtually everything from the fit and look to the mechanical function. Every aspect is painstakingly crafted to accentuate, balance and complement the overall look and form.

The result is five unique designs – Tropo, Strato, Meso, Iono and Exo – which encapsulate the idea that less, is sometimes more.

Titanium frames

Pure titanium is used in the rims and all parts of the frame where rigidity is important. It’s ultra lightweight, very strong, extremely workable, corrosion resistant, hypo-allergenic and has a beautiful natural finish. Beta-titanium, a titanium alloy, is used primarily for the ‘temples’ of our frames. Its spring properties apply just enough pressure against the side of the head to keep the frames securely in place. Every Bigatmo frame is hand polished and hand finished, allowing miniscule differences between them and thus making each one unique.

Nose pads

Bigatmo nose pads are neat and fully adjustable for a customised personal fit. They’re less likely to snag hair than conventional adjustable designs.

Temples and eartips

Our temples and eartips are extremely thin and shaped to fit the head. Made from Beta-Titanium, they’re tensioned to provide a comfortable and secure fit. The inside of the tips are coated with a special epoxy finish designed to provide grip without pulling hair.

Hinges

Bigatmo hinges are designed for smooth operation, incorporating stops to prevent the eartips damaging the lenses.