Crimson Wine to Noir Gold: Decoding the After Hours Colorways

Evening eyewear works best when the color does as much as the frame shape. The After Hours collection is built around a night-out palette: deep, rich shades like wine red and forest green, warm metallics, and brights darkened with noir. Havana and Onyx are in there too, as the classic anchors. Here is what each colorway family means and how to choose between them.

After Hours Frame Colours: Every Shade at a Glance

The After Hours eyeglass and sunglass frames come in these colour groups:

• Deep, rich shades: Crimson Wine, Jade Forest, Midnight Ivy, Nebula Fern
• Metallic and bronze shades: Rose Bronze, Noir Gold
• Darkened warm and neutral shades (Noir): Mustard Noir, Ember Noir, Caramel Noir, Champagne Noir, Steel Noir
• Bright statement shades: Glacier Green, Bumblebee
• Classic tortoiseshell and black: Havana (including Emerald Havana) and Onyx

Deep Jewel Tones

Crimson Wine, Jade Forest, Midnight Ivy, and Nebula Fern are rich, saturated colors that suit low light. They give you the drama of a statement frame without going fully black, and they look best against simple outfits, where the frame becomes the accent. If you want your eyewear to say "night out" before anything else, start here.

Metallics

Rose Bronze and Noir Gold add a warm, light-catching quality. Metallic tones pick up candlelight, string lights, and city glow, so they suit dinners, parties, and evenings when you want a little shimmer near your face. They pair especially well with warm skin tones and earthy or neutral wardrobes.

What Does "Noir" Mean in After Hours?

Noir is French for "black." In this collection it works as a modifier, not a standalone black finish. A Noir colorway is a base tone deepened with black, which gives a bright or warm shade a moodier, more sophisticated edge. You'll find it in Ember Noir, Steel Noir, Champagne Noir, Caramel Noir, Noir Gold, and Mustard Noir, which is offered on both Vergo and Zorin. If you like color but want it grounded and low-key, the Noir family is the sweet spot.

Bold Brights: Glacier Green and Bumblebee

For anyone who wants frames to be the first thing people notice, Glacier Green and Bumblebee bring energy and personality to an evening look. Wear them when you'd rather stand out than blend in.

The Classics: Havana and Onyx

Havana is a mottled, tortoiseshell-style pattern that blends browns, ambers, and sometimes hints of black or gold. The name is believed to nod to the warm tones associated with Havana, Cuba, though today it describes the layered brown pattern in general. It feels warm and slightly vintage, and it moves easily from day to evening. Asher in Emerald Havana shows how the pattern can also take on a jewel-toned twist.

Onyx is named after the gemstone and refers to a solid, glossy black. Its shine catches the light, which makes it a natural evening choice. It's neutral, easy to style, and suits both round and angular shapes. Zine in Onyx is a good example.

Choosing Your Colorway

• Want drama without going dark? Choose a jewel tone: Crimson Wine, Jade Forest, Midnight Ivy, or Nebula Fern.
• Want shimmer? Go for a metallic like Rose Bronze or Noir Gold.
• Want color with an edge? Pick a Noir shade, such as Ember Noir (see Kairo), Mustard Noir, or Caramel Noir.
• Want to stand out? Try Glacier Green or Bumblebee.
• Want timeless? Pick Havana for warmth and vintage character, or Onyx for a polished black that goes with everything.

Skin tone and wardrobe matter too. Warm tones like Havana, Rose Bronze, and Caramel Noir tend to flatter warmer complexions and earthy outfits. Jewel tones stand out against neutral or all-black looks. Onyx and the Noir finishes are the easiest to style because their dark base grounds almost any outfit.

Final Thoughts

After Hours isn't about picking a black or a tortoiseshell. It's a palette built for evenings: jewel tones for richness, metallics for glow, Noir for depth, and bright shades for confidence. Once you know what each family offers, choosing a frame gets easier. Explore the full After Hours collection to find the colorway that suits your night out.

FAQs

What does "Noir" mean in the After Hours collection?

Noir is a modifier, not a standalone black. It describes a base tone deepened with black, as in Ember Noir, Mustard Noir, and Caramel Noir.

What jewel-tone colorways are in After Hours?

The collection includes Crimson Wine, Jade Forest, Midnight Ivy, and Nebula Fern.

What does "Havana" mean in eyewear coloring?

Havana is a mottled, tortoiseshell-like pattern of browns and ambers, sometimes with hints of black or gold.

What is the difference between Onyx and Noir?

Onyx is a solid, glossy black. Noir in this collection is a darkening applied over another color, so it adds depth to a shade rather than being a black on its own.

Which colorway is best for everyday wear?

Havana and Onyx are the most versatile. Havana adds warmth, and Onyx works with almost any outfit.

Which colorways suit warm skin tones?

Havana, Rose Bronze, and the warmer Noir shades such as Caramel Noir tend to complement warmer complexions.