19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Meet Andre Montana, The Dubai Designer Behind Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Sunglasses
Behind the ultra-cool frames redefining celebrity style and vintage luxury
Dubai-based designer Andre Montana is quickly becoming a name to know in the world of luxury eyewear—especially after dressing none other than Beyoncé for the opening shows of her Cowboy Carter tour.
Not once but twice, the global icon has stepped on stage wearing Andre's bold, artful sunglasses, including its standout Coral frames. These striking hexagonal lenses, adorned with bejewelled coral details, are inspired by the ocean and suitably striking enough to suit Beyoncé's fierce stage presence.
Andre is the founder and creative force behind Vintage Eyewear, a brand that celebrates the timeless appeal of retro frames while also embracing modern design codes. Offering a curated collection of rare vintage pieces and Montana's original creations, each crafted with an eye for detail and a love for storytelling through design.
His passion for vintage started back in 2005, when he began collecting eyewear from iconic brands and eras. 'Since starting my vintage eyewear collection in 2005, I have seen the love of vintage sunglasses grow. I think this is down to the nostalgia behind these pieces, it makes people reminiscent of a time when design and craftsmanship was second to none,' he explains. 'This is what ultimately inspired me to design my own sunglasses.' This appreciation for the past not only fuels Andre's curation of vintage finds but also informs the bold, sculptural pieces he creates today—like those worn by Beyoncé.
