Stanley Tucci has that rare quality: when he’s in a film, you just know it’s going to be good. From The Devil Wears Prada and The Hunger Games to standout roles in Spotlight and Conspiracy, he’s built a reputation on charisma, intelligence, and quiet authority.
In recent years, though, Tucci has become just as celebrated for his personal style as he is for his performances. I mean, the man was virally praised on TikTok for wearing a belt and brogues during the Covid lockdowns. Says it all, really.
And with his food-meets-travel series Searching for Italy—returning for a new season in May 2025—Tucci has fully cemented his place as a modern style icon. Think: classic tailoring, timeless accessories, and always, always a well-chosen pair of glasses.
For you, the eyewear magpie, let’s take a closer look at some of his most iconic spectacles and sunglasses.
What kind of eyeglasses does Stanley Tucci wear?
Stanley Tucci is known for wearing bold, thick-rimmed glasses that suit his clean-shaven head and refined wardrobe. His go-to style is typically a strong, oval shaped frame with a 'dropped' brow line and saddle nose bridge. acetate frame in classic colours like black or dark tortoiseshell—adding structure and character to his look.
Seen below, our Mòr C in Onyx Black is handmade with chunky, sculpted acetate and a distinctive '50s silhouette. With its triple-riveted hinges and straight 'paddle' temple arms, this frame echoes Tucci’s iconic eyewear choice—perfect for anyone wanting to channel the same timeless, understated confidence.
Having embraced baldness in his thirties, Tucci’s 'frame game' has seriously stepped up ever since. He’s living proof that going hair-free can actually be a style advantage—especially if you like wearing 'statement' spectacles like his thick '50s style glasses as seen below. Now in his sixties, Tucci is also a masterclass in choosing the right glasses to look sharp, stylish, and yes, even younger.
And as soon as we saw him sporting black thick rimmed eyeglasses with "the three dots" in his latest series “Searching for Italy” we knew it was time to find out more about them. To help you with your search we've put together some great tips to help you find your perfect pair of Stanley Tucci glasses.
What is Stanley Tucci wearing in searching for Italy?
If, like us, you have been hooked on the past 2 seasons of Tucci’s CNN docu-series “Searching for Italy” (watch in the UK via BBC iPlayer) you'll no doubt have seen his latest glasses frames. He's become synonymous with bold, thick rimmed, chunky frames both on and off the screen. This particular pair’s brand is actually completely unknown - even to Tucci himself!
As mentioned in an interview with him with CNN PR, they were a gift and are completely unbranded. As spectacle makers we can shed a little light on this and fill you in on exactly who makes those frames!
Most likely, the exact frames Stanley is wearing are vintage. Unbranded frames are usually vintage nowadays as modern eyewear brands can’t help themselves from 'sticker slap' the exterior of their frames with their company emblems or logos.
Another reason we can assume his glasses are vintage is the styling, classically 50’s in shape, colour and style. It’s thicker than the usual frame you’d see today, an upswept wayfarer style (almost cat-eye) was also a prevalent style throughout the 50’s.
The bold, statement look of black acetate also points to vintage, as back in the day acetates weren’t as readily available in the great myriad of colours they are today.
Tucci’s “Searching for Italy” frame also features wide, paddle-like temples with little to no 'ear drop' where they curve behind his ears. This means the frame relies more on the ‘wrap-around’ effect to hold the frame in place rather than dropping down behind the ear.
Many reporters online have suggested an Oliver People’s Cary Grant frame would be a suitable alternative, however, we disagree. Here's why:
The Oliver Peoples Cary Grant has a keyhole bridge, which isn’t a feature of Stanley Tucci’s frame. His features a classic, simple saddle bridge which simply arches over your nose without any decorative 'undercuts'.
The Cary Grant also misses the signature 3-pin rivets in a triangular formation, with the pins pointing in-ward towards the lenses. This detail is a key giveaway that Tucci's frame also being vintage. (Traditionally, old spectacle hinges were fastened using rivets instead of the modern method of melting them in using heat.)
Riveted hinges is a far superior fastening method compared to the shortcut techniques of today. As well as providing an attractive, intricate detail it also allows for easy repair which can be repeated time and again.
So who makes Stanley Tucci's Searching for Italy Glasses?
After much searching and wracking our brain to all the brands we have studied and come to know on our journey to becoming spectacle makers . It's an American brand named Julius Tart Optical who now manufacture in Japan. The style is called the F.D.R. and comes in a range of colours, of course Tucci has gone for the classic, neutral black.
As you can see the detailing is EXACTLY the same, particularly the paddle temples with the slight subtle drop and what is known as 'ear-joys'. Everything down to the formation of the pins and lack of exterior branding.
We still have a suspicion he wears a vintage version of this frame as Stanley himself admits there is no visible branding on his spectacles whatsoever. As spectacle makers, we suspect any markings may have either rubbed-off over the years or has been polished-off to make his glasses frame shiny again.
Julius Tart is an old New York based brand, originally started by an optician named Julius Tart. Founded in 1948 he started producing sculpted, stylish frames which soon caught the eye of many movie stars and celebrities of the day. And vintage versions of these frames commonly show up all over the place however, the new FDR version is exactly the same as the original.
7 Stanley Tucci glasses styles like he wore in 'Searching For Italy'
#1'. Mòr C Onyx Black
A bold, 1950s-inspired frame with thick rims and timeless appeal. Handcrafted from high-gloss black acetate, the Mòr C features triple-riveted hinges and strong rectangular lenses—closely mirroring the iconic glasses worn by Stanley Tucci in Searching for Italy. If you're after that quietly confident, impeccably dressed look, this frame's a dead ringer. (Also available in tortoise shell pattern, as seen below.)
#2. Mòr C | Midnight Havana
Prefer a softer look than stark black? The Mòr C in Midnight Havana offers the same bold, ‘50s-style silhouette worn by Stanley Tucci in Searching for Italy—but with a warmer twist. Handcrafted from rich, speckled tortoiseshell acetate, this frame delivers all the gravitas of Tucci’s signature specs, with a touch more warmth and depth. Same triple-riveted hinges. Same standout shape. Just a little more relaxed.
#3. Cutler & Gross 1392
London-based eyewear brand Cutler & Gross have nailed the 1950’s style, and is made from solid black acetate. However, these glasses sport tortoiseshell temples, so not quite an exact match to Stanley’s but a cool 'two-tone' interpretation nonetheless. This frame also lacks the triple pin rivet detail, instead features “oyster pins”, a decorative pin detail which can be found on the frame front.
#4. Celine-CL50066I-00
A little taller and squarer than Stanley Tucci’s signature glasses, this frame echoes the same bold, statement-making aesthetic—complete with triple pin detailing at the temples. Although the rivets here are purely decorative (not true pin-drilled construction), they still deliver that iconic look.
If you’re after a similar vibe and don’t mind heat-sunk hinges, this could be a solid option—especially if you wear varifocals. The added lens height gives you more vertical space, meaning a broader, more comfortable viewing range across all prescription powers.
#5. Mòr F | Danish Brown
With its warm crystal acetate and subtle translucency, the Mòr F in Danish Brown offers a softer, more vintage take on the Stanley Tucci aesthetic. Featuring a lowered brow line and slightly upswept lens shape, this frame channels serious mid-century charm—think 1950s intellectual with a modern polish. A refined choice if you're after Tucci’s signature style, but with a slightly gentler, more bookish edge.
#6. Garrett Leight Broadway
Sleek and retro, the Garrett Leight Broadway shares a close resemblance to Stanley Tucci’s signature glasses—especially with its thick black acetate and softly squared lens shape. Though technically a sunglass frame, it can easily be glazed with prescription lenses if you're after that Tucci-inspired look.
While it doesn’t feature the triple pin rivets seen on Tucci’s eyewear, the gold diamond-shaped rivets offer a tasteful alternative. Bonus points? This frame has also been spotted on Brad Pitt and Tom Holland, which gives it a little extra Hollywood clout.
#7. Celine CL50035I
If you're looking for the closest match to Stanley Tucci’s glasses worn in Searching for Italy, this is it. The Celine CL50035I hits nearly every note: a classic 1950s upswept wayfarer shape, thick black acetate rims, and—crucially—triple pin riveted hinges for long-term durability and repairability. Properly made and built to last.
The temples aren’t paddle-style, but they are generously wide with a strong drop, giving the frame plenty of presence. The only drawback? The Celine logo on the arm. It’s subtle, but still feels like an unnecessary addition to an otherwise timeless design. That said, branding aside, this frame is arguably the closest off-the-shelf option to Tucci’s iconic eyewear.
Stanley Tucci's Glasses in "Inside Man"
If, like us, you were hooked on the BBC drama Inside Man when it first aired in 2022, you might have been curious about the glasses worn by Stanley Tucci. As death row detective Jefferson Grieff, he sported a half-rim browline frame. Not to be confused with the Ray-Ban Clubmaster—this design was noticeably more rectangular, with sharper angles and a more structured silhouette than the Clubmaster’s softer curves.
After some digging, we've sourced a Burberry frame which we feel matches this style perfectly. As the exact frame worn by Stanley is unknown it looks to be very minimal with no branding. So we've opted to give you the best match in terms of the frame style.
Classic eyewear worn by Stanley Tucci
Stanley Tucci has always sported the classic black frame. Below we take a look at some of his looks over the years and our recommendations of how to match them.
Ahh yes, the timeless black rectangular frame. You really can’t go wrong if you’re looking for something to rely on for any outfit or any occasion. This frame (seen above) has no external branding or pin details. Perfect if you don’t like overly fussy frames, the Mòr I Graphite Grey are a great look for you.
These glasses, worn by Tucci, are a little taller and squarer in style compared to the previous frame shape. This would be better suited to a varifocal lens. Allowing for a good field of vision for: distance, intermediate and near powers. This style is quite a bit thinner than his usual thick rimmed style. But if you prefer something a little more subtle then try the Linea A Graphite Grey glasses frame.
This style worn by Tucci is a slimmed down Moscot Lemtosh style. With a classic keyhole bridge detail, again with minimal rivet detailing for the pin hinges. As always solid, polished black frame, this softly square frame shape suits many face shapes and could be the one for you. Why not check out our new C-model in classic black or a warm havana?
Breaking away from his monocolour convention, Stanley has also been seen wearing a two-tone gradient frame, where the acetate blends from a darker shade at the top to a lighter, often translucent colour at the bottom. This kind of design draws your attention to your eyebrows, giving the frame a naturally top-heavy and assertive aesthetic.
If you’re after that same visual emphasis with a bit of flair, a two-tone frame could be just the ticket. Take a look at our Linea C in Midnight Vertigo—it’s a bold yet balanced nod to Tucci’s more expressive eyewear moments.
Stanley Tucci’s glasses in Films
Julie & Julia (2009)
Stanley Tucci plays Paul Childs the infamous Julia Childs husband. In it he dons an amber glasses frame. Fairly thin rimmed, rounded front with a keyhole bridge. The closet match we’ve found is the Oliver Peoples Riley frame:
Check out this scene where he asks the infamous improvised line “what is it you like to do?” wearing the round amber spectacle frame.
The Devil wears Prada (2006)
One of the most popular films he has starred in again alongside Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. His character Nigel is confidant to Andy as she tries to navigate the fickle world of fashion. In this he wears a much bolder shape than what we usually see him wearing, a traditional round eye frame. Almost Corbusier in style, it’s a bold look that may not be for everyone but for Tucci we reckon it’s a winner!
Check Nigel out in action during the ‘makeover’ scene of the Devil Wears Prada
The Terminal (2004)
Playing the “bad guy” in the 2004 film “The Terminal” Tucci sports a wire rim frame, a bit different for him as a lover of all frames acetate. If you’re interested in replicating this look check out the Garrett Leight Cascade glasses frame, as seen below.
And for old time sake check out the infamous “goat” scene featuring Tucci’s character being out smarted by Viktor…
Transformers 4 (2014)
More of a futuristic look for Stanley Tucci in Transformers 4, this 3D printed matte black aviator style is very different from the usual frames we see him in. The company who produces these frames in German are called Mykita. And have developed the worlds first repeated 3d printed glasses frames.
In a quote from Mykita themselves describing the innovative material used to create the Mylon series:
“The eyewear construction uses the respective material properties of stainless steel and the laser-sintered MYLON material to optimal effect, producing a perfectly balanced and lightweight frame with outstanding wearing comfort.”
Mykita are no strangers to donning famous faces with fans in Tom Hiddleston and Daniel Craig. It’s easy to see why a frame like this was used for Tucci’s character Joshua Joyce in this film. Here's a little reminder of him in action in the perfect scene giving us a good view of that frame.
Conclusion: Stanley Tucci has serious style
In case you hadn’t noticed throughout Tucci’s lengthy 40 year acting career he has never been short of stylish eyewear both on and off the screen. Sticking to his trusty black colour scheme over the years hasn’t failed him yet - well, if it ain’t broken…
But he’s not afraid to go bold with the thickness of the rim and it has served him well to stay some what ‘on-trend’ in the eyewear realm.
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