When Ryan Gosling stepped onto the screen as Dr. Ryland Grace in Project Hail Mary, audiences quickly became obsessed with many things: the cardigans, the science teacher charm, and, perhaps most unexpectedly, his distinctive vintage glasses.

In fact, the glasses became such a talking point that publications, film fans, and eyewear enthusiasts around the world began searching for the exact frame he was wearing. As it turns out, those iconic spectacles weren’t a modern design at all—they were vintage Savile Row Rimway frames.

A Piece of Eyewear History

The frames worn by Gosling were genuine vintage Savile Row Rimway glasses, featuring a classic rolled-gold construction and the elegant minimalist styling that made Savile Row frames famous throughout the twentieth century. Reports suggest the frames used for filming were sourced from vintage stock rather than current production.

These are the same family of frames that helped establish Savile Row as one of Britain’s most respected eyewear makers, with a heritage that spans royalty, musicians, actors, and some of cinema’s most recognisable characters.

Why Everyone Loves Them

There’s something wonderfully understated about the Rimway design.

Unlike bold acetate frames that demand attention, these vintage rimless and semi-rimless styles quietly complement the wearer. They feel intellectual without being pretentious, timeless without being old-fashioned, and elegant without trying too hard.

It’s little wonder they suited Gosling’s character so perfectly.

As fans discovered after the film’s release, these glasses weren’t simply a costume choice—they became an extension of the character himself. The frames are featured throughout the film and quickly became one of its most memorable visual details.

The Good News: We Still Have Some Original Vintage Frames

For those searching for the authentic article, we still have a very limited number of original vintage Rimway frames available directly from our archive.

These are genuine vintage frames, produced decades ago and preserved from original stock. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Availability is extremely limited, and each frame is unique. If you’ve fallen in love with the look Ryan Gosling made famous in Project Hail Mary, this may be one of the last opportunities to own an original example.

The Even Better News: They’re Coming Back

The popularity of Project Hail Mary has only reinforced what we’ve known all along—great design never goes out of style.

That’s why we’re delighted to confirm that these iconic frames will be returning later this year.

Our upcoming reintroduction will honour the original design while making this legendary style available to a new generation of wearers.

Join the Waiting List

Because interest has been exceptionally high since the film’s release, we are now accepting registrations for our waiting list.

By joining, you’ll be among the first to hear when the reintroduced Rimway collection becomes available.

Whether you’re a lifelong Savile Row collector, a fan of classic British eyewear, or simply someone who couldn’t stop thinking about Ryan Gosling’s glasses, we’d be delighted to help.

Looking for Ryan Gosling’s Project Hail Mary Frames?

Contact our team directly to enquire about:

• Remaining original vintage Rimway frames
• Archive and collector pieces
• Bespoke lens fitting
• Joining the waiting list for the upcoming reintroduction

Some styles become trends.

Others become icons.

These frames have already done both.