Iโve said it many times before, and Iโll continue to say it until Iโm senile and drooling in a geriatrics ward: OGs never die. Which is exactly why Versace is re-releasing the Notorious B.I.Gโs signature Medusa shades.
Versace was something of a staple for the 90s/early 00s hip-hop scene. In addition to Biggie, names like Lil Kim, Ghostface Killah, Diddy, and even Biggieโs number one rival, Tupac, were all on the roster for public Versace love. Even now, Versace remains a symbol of success and luxury (though this is by no means limited to hip-hop). From T.I in 2010 to 2 Chainz in present day, and the Migos somewhere in betweenโฆ the general hype for Versace Medusa sunglasses has well and truly been revived.
This re-issue comes fresh after the announcement that the Italian fashion house was bought up by Michael Kors for a cool $2 billion USD ($2.12 billion USD to be exact). And with this acquisition came a few objectives, such as โbuilding outโ e-commerce business, as well as expanding both menโs and womenโs accessories and footwear from the current 35% of the business to 60%. Something we could very well be witnessing with this latest move.
The Medusa shades re-issue will come in two different lens options. But never fear, those shiny gold heads on the temples will remain in classic form. Theyโre currently selling as we speak both online and at select retail locations for $295 USD ($418 AUD).
