Which Italian eyewear company owns brands including Carrera and Polaroid Eyewear?

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Safilo is the Italian eyewear company associated with brands including Carrera and Polaroid Eyewear.

Safilo Group is one of the major eyewear companies based in Italy. Its business has included the design, production, and distribution of prescription frames and sunglasses through owned and licensed brands.

Carrera is known for sports-inspired sunglasses and goggles, while Polaroid Eyewear is associated with polarized lens technology and more accessible eyewear. Their different market identities can make it easy to overlook their connection through Safilo’s brand portfolio.

Safilo is often confused with Luxottica because both are major Italian eyewear groups. They are separate companies. Luxottica is associated with brands such as Ray-Ban and Oakley, whereas Safilo’s portfolio has included Carrera and Polaroid Eyewear.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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