Tortoise shell, black and yellow Stock Photo Alamy THISTLES The AL in Light Tortoise & Yellow Thistles The Al Dark Tort Purple Premium AI Image A field of thistles with a yellow background. THISTLES The Coco Sunglasses Tortoise Absolutely Fabrics Thistles for Women SS25 Collection SSENSE. The AL is a voluminous rectangular frame with soft curves and bold edges. Paying homage to a 60s Jackie Onassis silhouette with a twist of 90s edge, this glam, yet refined style can be worn fitted over the eyebrows or sitting comfortably on the bridge of the nose. The AL is made in the highest quality cellulose acetate, a plant based plastic composed of cotton fibers and wood pulp. Each pair features five barrel hinges for durability and CR 39 lenses for UV protection and is handcrafted. THISTLES THISTLES is a New York City based eyewear line. THISTLES is all about contemporary takes on traditional styles and has the image of a heritage brand with a raw New York City sensibility. New York itself has long been a city for the voyeur. Sunglasses provide a dual function in this: something to hide from everything around you and something that offers the opportunity to be seen.