Tracee Ellis Ross has always treated fashion like a playground—bold, expressive, and entirely her own. So when she casually teased that she may be launching an accessories line of her own, with a pair of sleek sunglasses, during a fit check video with The People Gallery over a year ago, fans immediately knew something bigger was coming. The clip featured her in an effortless, sporty-chic all-black look. Topping it all off was how she quickly threw the black shades on and said, with a smile, “Maybe more to come.”
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Now, the secret is out. The actress and style icon officially announced her partnership with designer Emmanuelle Khanh, unveiling a sunglass collection that feels like a natural extension of her personality. “French style is an anchoring inspiration for my style; quiet maximalism, unapologetically personal and functional with great accessories,” Ross shared in the official press release.
The line features two distinct styles, each available in five colors. “FREEDOM” is described as “charismatic,” thanks to its mask silhouette. Meanwhile, “TRUTH” is a pilot-shaped frame, inspired by vintage pieces—a perfect reflection of Ross’ style that is at once completely modern, yet rooted in timeless touches.
For Ross, this collaboration isn’t just about accessories; it’s about attitude. She has long defied the unspoken rules of age in fashion, refusing to shrink herself or play it safe. At 53, she continues to inspire a generation of style lovers who look to her for fearless outfit ideas, whether she’s stepping out in vibrant streetwear or commanding attention on a red carpet.
Not only this, her connection to eyewear runs deep—wearing glasses starting at age six. In other words, she knows a thing or two about rocking frames not just as an occasional accessory, but as a part of her lifestyle and overall approach to fashion—making this feel less like a business move and more like a statement.
In interviews, she often speaks about joy, and how getting dressed should feel like a celebration rather than a constraint. That philosophy is certainly woven into this collection—not just completing a look, but also transforming it.
And if the early reactions are any indication, fans are more than ready to see the world through Ross’s lens.
The sunglasses are now available on EmmanuelKhanh.com and The Webster in Los Angeles.
