There is something extra special about classic, old-school heritage brands that have managed to stay stylish for longer than five minutes. And Victory Optical, a recently-resurected eyeglasses company that began in 1941, is no exception.

The company was founded during World War II by Vincent J. Salierno, who grew the operation to be one of the largest fashion frame manufacturers in the U.S. In June, eleven of the brand’s most popular styles from the 50s through the 70s were resurrected by Salierno’s grandsons using the same materials and details as the first time around.

There is nothing trendy about these frames — think thick, nerdy and fit for both male and female employees of Sterling, Cooper, Draper, Pryce.

In addition to black, blonde, tortoise and amber eyeglasses Victory also offers three styles of sunglasses named after preppy summer spots including Hyannisport and Palm Beach.

We imagine  a black and white photo of our very handsome grandfather resting against his old Pontiac in a pair of Bromleys, a sleek, thin metal pair of swoon-worthy shades.

Which would look just as perfect in a full color photo snapped today.

Starting at $185. Available at Cat Eye Spectacles. 708 N. Heliotrope Dr., Los Angeles. 323-664-3939. cateyespectacles.com and Society of the Spectacle, 4563 York Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-255-4300. societyspectacle.com