MOSCOT ORIGINALS™ EYEGLASSES
Inspired by the Moscot family archives, our classic eyeglasses and classic glasses celebrate timeless design with the authentic style of decades past. The MOSCOT ORIGINALS™ collection features classic spectacle frames with period details, traditional hardware, and high-quality lenses—offering true classic eyewear.
If it's not a MOSCOT, it's not an ORIGINAL.™
MOSCOT ORIGINALS™ EYEGLASSES
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The ZAYDE may be bold and draw attention to itself - just like your grandfather - but our ZAYDE is old school, not old timey. With its classic square shape, and sharp edges around the bridge to give it extra character, this is the one time you won't mind being called a grandpa (or grandma).
Fun fact: use The CLIPTOSH if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean CLIPTOSH!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
The round, full-vue MILTZEN, first introduced in the 1930s, is eponymously named for our Uncle Heshy, who inexplicably everyone called Uncle Miltzen. And it stuck. So there you go, world... The MILTZEN Alternative Fit frame comes with metal nose pads, providing additional support for less prominent nose bridges.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The MILTZEN SUN W/ Metal Nose Pads and The CLIPZEN.
Don't need metal nose pads? Shop The MILTZEN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Long time Patient Coordinator, Barbara, was the friendly face greeting all MOSCOT visitors into the Shop on the weekends. While she always welcomed you in with a smile, you were bound to head home with a fresh look and a gratified grin. With raised rivets and a collection of colorways, we invite you to wave TATAH to your old look and embrace something new!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The TATAH SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
A Ratner’s regular, 2nd Generation Sol would often pop over for a bite at his favorite eatery. Thanks to Genevieve—the colorful hostess in colorful glasses—Sol always left the diner with a belly full of blintzes (and a few satisfied GREPS!) ready to take on the afternoon rush. From your longtime neighbors who always enjoyed the grub, we send our compliments to the chef!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The GREPS SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
From the faces of the 50s to those of today, The KAVELL is a delight! With its color coordinating rivets and straight top bar, this frame is bold yet sleek, and an all around classic! Oh, we don't mean to gush!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The KAVELL SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Great Aunt Ruth used to always say, "You are the glick of my heart," to indicate someone or something she loved. Odd? Perhaps...but, with attributes of The LEMTOSH, The MILTZEN, and The ZOLMAN all rolled into one, we're pretty sure you'll love The GLICK enough to make #YouAreTheGLICKofMyHeart not odd at all.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The GLICK SUN.
Fun fact: use The CLIPZEN if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean CLIPZEN!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Sturdy and strong, The KLUTZ was constructed for even the clumsiest character. Made from thick block acetate and real seven barrel hinges, this frame will stay in its place on your face no matter the tumble you take!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The KLUTZ SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Mr. Kelly was 4th Generation Harvey's grade school science teacher. He was known for two things: his signature look (a short-sleeved button-down shirt, thin black tie, and NASA-esque glasses); and the show-and-tell of marine life he always brought into class. Between scribbling song lyrics in the pages of his notebook and acing his exams, Harvey loved learning about sea life. An ode to Mr. Kelly and his iconic style, be sure to take note of this DUDEL!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The DUDEL SUN.
Fun fact: use The ARTHUR CLIP if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean ARTHUR CLIP!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
The noble, dignified, decorous MENSCH is - well, a mensch. With its classic round shape, and timeless design, the refined and polished MENSCH is a frame for the ages. Or Superman.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Hyman's son-in-law Hal (aka, his "aidim") was a nice enough cat, but his work ethic was, well...non-existent. So after a brief stint behind the Orchard Street counter, Hyman encouraged Hal to pursue "other opportunities." Hyman felt guilty. Hal was never happier. We named this frame to honor all The AIDIMs out there, and the father-in-laws who've sent them on their way.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The AIDIM SUN.
Fun fact: use The CLIPZEN if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean CLIPZEN!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
With its big square shape, added height, and gold Clip-on with top bar, The SCHLEP is so good looking, and looks so hot on, people will be lining up to schlep your sh...stuff.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The SCHLEP SUN and The SCHLEP CLIP.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Ezra ran the busiest fruit stand in the Essex Street Market, but that didn't stop his daily visits to GREAT Grandpa Sol to trade crisp Granny Smith apples for the pair of eyeglasses he coveted. It took quite a few bushels for Ezra to pay for these classic, WWII era spectacles, but eventually he took care of his debt, while simultaneously proving that an apple a day does not, in all cases, keep the doctor away.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The EZRA SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Whenever he had an extra buck and a little break, Uncle Heshy loved to play the horses at the OTB on Delancey. Always a fan of circular specs and a locked-in favorite, we bet The PUPIK would be Uncle Heshy's next winning pick!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Aunt Rosie was bright, complimentary, and always finding the silver lining in life's challenges. Her cheerful optimism was so influential, that the family would often remind one another to look at life through Aunt Rosie Colored Glasses. Just like Aunt Rosie's kindness and heart, this frame's design sensibility is pure GOLDA.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The GOLDA SUN.
Fun fact: use The CLIPZEN if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean CLIPZEN!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Bobby, Uncle Heshy's next door neighbor, was a hardworking kid that could never pull off the grades he aspired for. After leaving the city for more schooling, Bobby came back to the Big Apple a well-respected, top-of-the-class academic. With a high nose bridge and tall round lenses, these professorial inspired specs are dedicated to Bobby, and all of life's late BLUMAs.
Fun fact: use The CLIPZEN if you want a Clip-on. Yes - we mean CLIPZEN!
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Named after the man who started it all... Great Grandpa Hyman. This NEBB meets VILDA number, with a few hardware embellishments thrown in, has a tad less attitude, but is definitely no wallflower.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The HYMAN SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
The KITZEL was carefully crafted to find the perfect balance of round and square, scholarly and funky, fashionable and functional. Available in Brown Bamboo, Light Grey, Matte Black, Pine and Ink, The KITZEL is sure to tickle your fancy!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The KITZEL SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
After 100+ years in the Lower East Side, we're no stranger to the cast of characters that show face at a New York City SHINDIG. These rectangular retro style specs feature a robust guestlist of colorways and signature Custom Made Tints that keep the party going from day to night. Groovy, baby!
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The SHINDIG SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
The JACOB perfectly recreates the Air Force Pilot Sunglass first made famous in the 1940s. There's a reason this easy to wear, casual, good-looking frame's popularity has not just endured, but soared over the decades - it makes everyone look hot. Really hot. We promise.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The JACOB SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
This frame is named after Sol's sister, Gladys Moscot, a wanderlust traveler who left New York's Lower East Side for a life of drinking Cuba Libres and smoking Cohibas in Havana. The frame is hot, sexy and fresh - feminine yet bold, with unique lines and curves that make a provocative statement that's still subtle with a come-hither look. Like a just barely there French accent, or a wisp of a hair that keeps falling across her face. Think Bridgette Bardot, Sophia Loren, or Kate Winslet. This frame features a hinge riveted to both frame front and temples.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Whether you are mountaineering upstate or trekking to the Upper West Side, The LAZER is a modern interpretation of a vintage glacier glass style. Designed to seamlessly mix outdoor adventure with downtown style, the LAZER's classic construction and acetate sweat bar will have you ready to swing into gear on your next big endeavor.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
The uber bold, deeply loyal, attention grabbing KELEV is just like your most trusted companion, here to boost your look. This frame will always have your back... and your face! That's one helluva KELEV.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The KELEV SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Back in the days of yore, when the Lower East Side was more rough and tumble than cocktails and tapas, MOSCOT's resident optometrist, Dr. Richard Fleisig, aka "Dr. Zetz," did double duty: provided excellent eye care to patients, and punched (hence his moniker) bad guys tasks that were (almost always) mutually exclusive. Like Dr. Zetz, this strong, sturdy frame is a knockout.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The ZETZ SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Inspired by Sol's 1957 trip to Cuba, The MISH has all the glitz of the late-night party scene in Havana, with all the glamour of the Upper West Side of Manhattan. MISH runs the town from day to night, and goes perfectly with a guayabera and a Cuba Libre.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The MISH SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Orchard Street resident and neighbor to Great great Grandpa Hyman, Walter Greenbaum was what we used to call a real "kibitser" - eccentric fellow - who liked to talk...all the time...to anyone within earshot...and even to those who weren't listening. Fortunately for Walter, Hyman was all ears. In honor of our late kibitser, we give you, The KIBITS.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The KIBITS SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
Joey Shavala, AKA the King of the Lower East Side, often made a spectacle revving his Harley down Mulberry Street on his way into the Shop. Borrowing his moniker, and his signature style, from the King of Rock and Roll, Joey was always flashin’ a pair of gold aviators and a combed back pompadour. With Joey’s rock star persona in mind, The SHAV was designed to turn heads on your way out the door. Elvis has left the building.
Lookin' for a sunglass? Shop The SHAV SUN.
Every MOSCOT frame comes with a MOSCOT case, Tote Bag, and a MOSCOT Minitrunk! That’s what we call Good Stuff!
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