Description

The Silhouette 5512 7520 is a premium lightweight optical frame from Silhouette’s Austrian minimalist eyewear collection, designed around ultra-light rimless engineering, precision titanium construction, and refined everyday comfort. It belongs to Silhouette’s classic rimless line, known for its near-invisible appearance and exceptional long-wear ergonomics.

The 5512 model features a rimless rectangular lens shape, giving it a clean and structured executive look while maintaining the brand’s signature “barely-there” aesthetic. The design is focused on visual simplicity, making it ideal for professional environments, office wear, and users who prefer subtle, lightweight eyewear rather than bold frames.

The 7520 color code is typically associated with a gold / brown metallic finish, often achieved using high-tech titanium with a refined warm tone. This gives the frame a softer luxury appearance compared to silver or black variants while still keeping the minimalist Silhouette identity intact.

Build & Materials

The 5512 7520 is constructed using:

High-grade titanium or titanium alloy
Rimless drill-mount lens system
Precision lightweight metal temples

This results in:

Extremely lightweight feel (designed for all-day wear)
High corrosion resistance
Hypoallergenic comfort for sensitive skin
Strong but flexible structural integrity
Minimal facial pressure due to rimless construction

Silhouette frames are widely known for screw-minimized rimless engineering, which enhances durability and reduces maintenance requirements.

Design & Comfort Features

Key ergonomic elements include:

Rimless rectangular lens layout (clean professional shape)
Adjustable silicone nose pads for custom fit
Slim titanium temples for reduced pressure behind ears
Balanced weight distribution for long wear comfort
Drill-mounted 3-point lens support system

The frame is especially well-suited for users who wear glasses continuously throughout the day.

Fit & Sizing

For Silhouette 5512 7520 (commonly referenced variant):

Lens width: 53 mm
Bridge width: 17 mm
Temple length: 140 mm

This places it in the small-to-medium fit category, suitable for narrow to average face shapes.

Lens Compatibility

The 5512 7520 supports:

Single vision lenses
Reading lenses
Bifocal lenses
Progressive lenses
High-index lightweight lenses
Blue-light filtering lenses

Because it is rimless, opticians typically recommend lightweight lens materials (Trivex or high-index) for durability and clarity.

Key Features
Brand: Silhouette
Model: 5512
Color Code: 7520 (Gold / brown metallic tone)
Frame Style: Rimless rectangular optical frame
Material: Titanium / lightweight alloy construction
Design: Austrian minimalist ultra-light eyewear
Shape: Rectangular floating-lens silhouette
Fit: Small–medium (53-17-140 sizing)
Bridge: Adjustable silicone nose pads
Temples: Slim titanium ergonomic arms
Hinges: Minimalist rimless hinge system
Gender: Unisex (slightly refined / professional styling)
Comfort: Ultra-light pressure-free all-day wear
Lens Compatibility: Prescription, reading, bifocal, progressive lenses
Style Identity: Classic Austrian rimless luxury eyewear with precision titanium engineering and understated executive aesthetics