Abstract: An eyewear detachment device may comprise a first and second assembly in communication with conventional eyewear such as glasses. Each assembly may comprise an attachment mechanism for coupling to a temple retaining portion of the eyewear. At least one band is coupled to the attachment mechanism with proximal and distal portions, wherein the proximal portion is in communication with the attachment mechanism. A detachment mechanism is positioned on the distal portion of the at least one band. The first and second assemblies removably couple to each other at respective detachment mechanisms, wherein a predetermined movement causes the detachment mechanisms to rapidly detach from each other.