Oakley, Inc., based in Lake Forest, California, and a subsidiary of
Italian company
Luxottica based in
Milan,
designs, develops and manufactures sports performance equipment and
lifestyle pieces including sunglasses, sports visors, ski/snowboard
goggles, watches, apparel,
backpacks,
shoes, optical frames, and other accessories. Most items are designed
in house at their head office, but some countries hold exclusive designs
relevant to their market. Oakley currently holds more than 600 patents
for eyewear, materials, and performance gear.
