Ray-Ban
Retail Apparel and FashionLombardy, Italy201-500 Employees
Ray-Ban is a Milan-based eyewear brand with a history dating back to 1937, focused on prescription and sun lenses. Its Aviator silhouette, originally developed for U.S. military pilots, has become a globally recognizable symbol of personal expression. The brand operates under EssilorLuxottica, a worldwide leader in vision care that encompasses eyewear, lens technology and digital solutions. In 2023, Ray-Ban expanded its range with integrated collaborations, including the Ray-Ban | Meta and Reverse collections. Positioned in the retail apparel and fashion sector, Ray-Ban serves customers seeking eyewear that blends practical use with style. Based in Milan, Lombardy, the company is mid-sized, employing a few hundred people. Recent coverage in 2026 notes advances in AI-enabled eyewear through partnerships with Meta and Oakley.