Limited edition platinum sunglasses from Bentley

Luxury carmaker Bentley has released a limited edition pair of platinum sunglasses.

The exclusive items have been made in partnership with Austrian company Estede and are priced at just over $15,000.

Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, the sunglasses are available in platinum.

Bentley claims that it is the first time platinum has been used in the making of sunglasses and that they will "establish a precedent in the eyewear sector".

Each pair will come with its number engraved while owners could also have their name or Bentley car model engraved too.

The glasses form part of the company's new boutique which also includes other luxury items such as pens and skis.

Bentley is considered to be one of the top luxury car brands in the world with recent models including the Zagato GTZ and the Brooklands coupe.

The company was founded in 1919 in England, although there is now a demand for its vehicles around the world.