Xenia Onatopp’s entrance in GoldenEye is a Ferrari, a pair of dark glasses and a great deal of confidence. The glasses are Versace shield sunglasses in black and gold, and they are the Versace N76 852BK, or something very close. They are shown only briefly, which makes the exact model a puzzle that collectors have worked on for years.
In the film
Famke Janssen’s Xenia wears the shield sunglasses briefly while driving her Ferrari F355 GTS. Our research says the model closest in shape and size to the pair on screen is the Versace N76 852BK, which we have to describe as the closest match rather than a confirmed one. A resale listing and other sellers also associate the N76 with Xenia’s pair.
The details
A shield, not two lenses. The N76 852BK is a shield style. A specialist retailer lists it as black and gold, with a solid lens in a shield shape.
Vintage only. These are 1990s Versace frames, and the maker no longer sells them. One specialist listed a deadstock pair at US$1,000 and showed it as sold out, and other sellers list worn pairs for less. The colour code 852 BK appears across several Versace models, so check the model number carefully before buying.
Size and condition. A listing for a related Versace model gives a width of about 5 1/8 inches across the hinges, which is wide. Ask for measurements and clear photographs of the lens, hinge and nose area, since scratches in a shield lens are hard to polish out.
Wearing it now
This is a statement pair, and it works best when the rest of the outfit is calm. We would wear it with a black rollneck, a simple dark coat or a white shirt, and nothing with a logo. A shield is a large shape, so try it in a mirror before you commit.
Use. It is for sunny drives, a beach, a city street in August. After dark it looks like costume.
Pairing. Gold detailing on the frame is easiest to wear with gold or yellow-metal accents elsewhere, such as a plain watch or a ring, and with black or navy clothes. Leave the rest of the metalwork silver or absent.
Where to look. The honest route is a second-hand search for the model number. Be aware that the black and gold combination was made in several Versace models, so confirm N76 and 852BK in the listing.
Specifications
| Maker | Gianni Versace |
|---|---|
| Model | N76, colour 852BK |
| Style | Shield |
| Colours | Black frame with gold detailing |
| Status | Vintage; found second-hand |
| Film match | Closest identified model (medium confidence) |
Questions
What sunglasses does Xenia Onatopp wear in GoldenEye?
Black and gold Versace shield sunglasses. The Versace N76 852BK is the closest model we can identify.
Are they still made?
No. They are vintage, so you need to search second-hand or through specialist vintage dealers.
How much do they cost?
One specialist listed a deadstock pair at US$1,000. Used pairs elsewhere sell for less.
See more of the film on the GoldenEye page, the actor page for Pierce Brosnan’s Bond, or browse eyewear.
