Description
Sport-luxury precision meets architectural design in Prada Linea Rossa’s Flask silhouette.
The Prada Linea Rossa Flask sunglasses represent the pinnacle of the brand’s active-luxury eyewear division, originally launched as Prada Sport before being rebranded under the Linea Rossa (Red Line) banner. This particular model draws its name from the distinctive flask-shaped lens geometry, a bold departure from conventional sunglass silhouettes that has become a signature within the collection. The extended shield-style lens offers expansive coverage while the sculpted frame geometry creates a dynamic, forward-leaning profile that reads as both technical and refined.
Crafted with Prada’s renowned attention to engineering detail, the Flask features an ultra-lightweight injected nylon frame construction, a material choice that delivers both exceptional durability and all-day wearing comfort. The temples incorporate flexible beta-titanium cores concealed within the nylon exterior, allowing for precise adjustability without compromising the clean exterior lines. Prada’s red line accent detail, the iconic stripe that gives the collection its name, runs along the temples as a discreet signature element. The lens technology includes Prada’s proprietary polarized treatment with anti-reflective coating, ensuring optimal visual clarity across varying light conditions.
Details & Specifications
- BrandPrada
- StyleShield Sunglasses
- CollectionLinea Rossa
- Frame MaterialInjected Nylon with Beta-Titanium Core
- Lens TechnologyPolarized with Anti-Reflective Coating
- UV Protection100% UVA/UVB/UVC
- Temple DetailRed Line Signature Stripe
- Made inItaly
Composition & Materials
- Frame: Lightweight Injected Nylon
- Temple Core: Beta-Titanium
- Lens: Polycarbonate with Polarized Filter
- Lens Coating: Anti-Reflective and Hydrophobic Treatment
The injected nylon frame offers remarkable resilience while remaining featherlight on the face, ideal for extended wear during active pursuits or travel. Beta-titanium temple cores provide flexibility and memory retention, ensuring the frame maintains its shape while adapting to individual head contours. The polycarbonate lenses deliver impact resistance significantly superior to glass while maintaining optical clarity at a fraction of the weight.
Styling
The technical, athletic aesthetic of the Flask pairs naturally with performance-driven ensembles, from streamlined track jackets and tailored joggers to minimalist monochrome athleisure looks. For elevated sport-luxury styling, layer over a fine-gauge merino knit and slim technical trousers, allowing the architectural lens shape to serve as the focal accessory. The bold silhouette also complements streamlined outerwear and minimalist resort wear.
Brand Heritage
Founded in 1913 by Mario Prada in Milan, Italy, Prada began as a luxury leather goods house catering to Europe’s most discerning clientele. Under Miuccia Prada’s creative direction from 1978 onward, the house evolved into one of fashion’s most influential forces, consistently challenging conventions while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship. The Linea Rossa division, originally Prada Sport launched in 1990, brought the brand’s design philosophy into performance eyewear, collaborating with Luxottica to produce technically advanced sunglasses that have become cult favorites among athletes, celebrities, and design enthusiasts worldwide.
Care Instructions
- Store in the original protective case when not in use to prevent lens damage and frame deformation
- Clean lenses with the included microfiber cloth or a lens-specific cleaning solution; avoid household cleaners
- Rinse with lukewarm water before wiping if lenses encounter salt water, chlorine, or sunscreen
- Avoid leaving sunglasses in extreme heat, such as on car dashboards, which may warp the nylon frame
- Handle temples gently when putting on or removing to preserve the beta-titanium core alignment
- Do not place lenses face-down on surfaces to prevent scratching the polarized coating
