Macron's Sunglasses and the Puzzle of 'Authentic' Made in France

For several years now, they have almost become part of the French president's political uniform: Emmanuel Macron's dark sunglasses. Hardly a summer photo without these distinctive models, which have become more than just sun protection between state visits, beach walks, and military ceremonies. In France, they have become a small political symbol — elegant, understated, and demonstrably French. At least at first glance. Because around the president’s glasses, the same question regularly arises: Does this accessory actually come entirely from France? The answer is more complicated than the perfectly staged ...