Synergy Xtra, developed for presbyopes by Seiko, the leading optical brand that makes a difference in the world with its vision technologies, offers a wider near, intermediate and distance field of vision by providing high-level correction compared to standard progressive lenses. Created in line with personal prescription values, Seiko Synergy Xtra offers the best daily performance. Synergy Xtra, which can adapt to a wide range of frame models, offers a comfortable vision performance in many daily routines such as business, reading and hobbies. Synergy Xtra, which perfectly adapts to the field of vision, gives the user the feeling of walking around without glasses with its high-end technology. Providing 40 percent reduced distortion compared to standard progressive lenses, Synergy Xtra provides fast and instant adaptation.

July 2023

The Italian eyewear producer Marcolin has presented a new editorial project with the launch of its own online brand magazine, Marcolin Stories. With the magazine, available on the Company’s website, readers can step into the Marcolin universe through news, insights and curiosities related to the fashion and luxury industry, as well as ESG issues (Environment, Social, Governance), stories of people, interviews and travel notes, all seen from a lifestyle standpoint, they explain. The content has been arranged in four categories. The aim is for the company to develop its own language, aesthetic codes, storytelling, and high-quality expressive contents to further engage the brand’s community of enthusiasts, customers and stakeholders. Visibility, awareness of its heritage and international reputation are the key focus of the new project, which aims to create a distinctive narrative voice within the eyewear industry. Clara Magnanini, Marcolin Group Communication Director, comments: “Marcolin is a company with a huge narrative potential, as it feeds on an ecosystem of worlds. In this corporate multidimensionality, we have implemented a brand journalism approach that aims to open the doors of our company, show ourselves and build a new relationship with stakeholders based on trust and loyalty.”

July 2023

Kuboraum transforms the concept of Crossover into a new limited edition capsule collection. Crossover is defined as a new genre-less genre where different musical styles meet and intersect to produce irresistibly extreme tracks that reach a new musical dimension. Crossover offers a wide-ranging exploration across the spectrum of musical styles, from classical to jazz, electronic to hip-hop/rap or experimental. With the motto of bridging our differences and melting the superficial boundaries of the mind, Kuboraum finds the ultimate innovative expression in the new capsule collection Crossover, with different and extreme details for each mask-like eyewear. Each mask in the collection is finished with one-of-a-kind handcrafted surface treatment and meticulously applied decorations by hand.

July 2023

Californian eyewear brand Salt has teamed up with Radford Motors to launch an exclusive, limited sunglasses collection inspired by the intersection of automotive, pop-culture and eyewear heritage. The collection features two different styles of sunglasses, each available in four exclusive colorways. In the new collection, Salt aimed to build on successful automotive eyewear elements from the past, while utilizing the best materials available today. Using Japanese aerospace-grade titanium, the partners have managed to strike an impressive balance between strength and weight. This ensures that even the most daring frames are extremely lightweight yet high quality. In terms of design, Salt blended the essence of both Radford and its racing heritage into the frames. While paying homage to the heritage of racing goggles by using titanium side shields and a grille, they also added an automotive influence to the designs. These elements not only add a stylish touch, but also allow for optimal airflow. The cloisonne plating is meticulously customized to perfectly match the gold leaf and color schemes. The Salt x Radford collection not only showcases a sophisticated look but also delivers exceptional performance on the road, ultimately providing a bespoke driving experience like no other.

July 2023

Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health company, announced its first-quarter 2023 financial results. The company reported a first quarter loss of $90 million, after reporting a profit in the same period in 2022. Total reported revenues were $931 million for the first quarter of 2023, as compared to $889 million in the first quarter of 2022, an increase of $42 million, or 5 percent, according to an announcement from the company. “Bausch + Lomb delivered a strong first quarter with continued high-quality growth across all three reporting segments and in most of our significant markets around the world. Revenues grew 5 percent on a reported basis and 8 percent on a constant currency basis, driven by solid growth from several key franchises within our vision care segment, strong execution in our ophthalmic pharmaceuticals segment and increased demand for consumables, intraocular lenses and systems in our surgical segment,” said Brent Saunders, chairman and Ceo, Bausch + Lomb. Vision care segment revenues were $587 million for the first quarter of 2023, as compared to $560 million for the first quarter of 2022, an increase of $27 million, or 5 percent.

July 2023

Luxury eyewear brand Peoples from Barbados presents its bestsellers in new summer colors. Reflecting the summer vibe of Bajan life and style, the refreshing special color palette for summer 2023 combines sunset gradient shades with turtle, midnight blue or light sand-toned crystalline solids. Following the Bajan eyewear brand’s 2023 collaboration with luxury eyewear brand Linda Farrow, the bestsellers embrace summer with new colors for men and women, a true expression of the Bajan lifestyle with the warmth and beauty of the Caribbean sea and sky. Available in three best-selling colorways, the timeless unisex silhouette features sunset gradient shades on thick acetate temples with tonal combinations inspired by three different phases during the spectacular setting of the sun. “Our customers have been particularly drawn to this model with its enticing custom colors and versatile bold square shape,” said Alicia Hartman, Founder of Peoples from Barbados and Owner of eyewear store EYE Q Stylist Opticians in Barbados.

July 2023

The British brand Cutler and Gross launches its new metal collection which is inspired by the models from the 90s. The collection uses luxurious materials such as 18K gold, 18K white gold rhodium and 18K rose gold. Taking key shapes from the extensive design archive from the early 90s and reinventing them with precious detailing, the collection comprises six optical and sunglass models, each piece is considered and minimal in its nature, with lightness and functionality at its core. Referencing the Latin word for gold, Aurum, the collection is handcrafted in Italy and made in collaboration with the finest jewellers, using the highest quality of materials. Refined and luxurious in style, the collection includes either 18K Gold, 18K White Gold Rhodium, 18K Rose Gold, or a combination of both precious metals – Yellow Gold 24K + Rhodium 18K, or Rose Gold 18K + Rhodium 18K. Rhodium, due to its extreme shine, reflectiveness, and strength, is fast becoming the most sought-after material in the accessories market.

July 2023

Lifestyle luxury brand Etro and Safilo Group have announced a 10-year global and exclusive licensing agreement for the design, manufacturing and distribution of Etro branded eyewear collections. The first Etro collection made with Safilo Group will include both sun and optical styles and will be presented for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. Angelo Trocchia, Ceo of Safilo Group, said, “We are very proud to start this new collaboration with a company that represents fashion and textile excellence. Our creative team is in harmony with Etro’ Creative Director Marco De Vincenzo, with whom we are working to create a distinctive collection, able to enhance the brand potential in the eyewear category to the fullest. Etro is a luxury brand that boasts a rich history in reinterpreting beauty standards and it is recognized for its iconic patterns.” Etro Ceo Fabrizio Cardinali said, “The partnership with a leading company like Safilo represents a further step in the expansion of Etro’s offer to the market, making it increasingly complete and broad. The Eyewear segment will join the Ready-to-Wear, Home, Fragrance and Etro Kids collection that has been recently announced. I have always considered Etro a 360° lifestyle brand and I’m very pleased to achieve this new milestone to complete a global and integrated vision dedicated to different product categories and consumer types.”

July 2023

While our eye health is deteriorating rapidly and there is no chance that our digital usage rates will decrease for a while, Seiko SmartZoom, with single-focus lens technology developed by Seiko Optik, helps support the eye muscles during intensive digital device use. Today, thanks to the internet, all kinds of information is always at our fingertips; social media, movies and series are on smartphones and tablets that we can access at any time through digital platforms. The process at home due to the pandemic has also increased awareness of eye disorders and experts believe that there will be an increase in eye disorders due to intensive digital use. SmartZoom supports the user in the challenges of digital device use by providing a comfortable view and smooth transitions between focal lengths when looking closely at screens. Extremely thin and lightweight with a 360° inner-aspherical surface structure, Seiko SmartZoom offers a wide field of view and exceptional image quality. In particular, SmartZoom allows for closer and easier viewing of screens without straining the eyes.

July 2023

Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Off-White defines the gray area between black and white as a color. Turkuaz Optik is the distributor of the eyewear division under the brand name and the company is proud to be at the forefront of innovation. The collections are embedded in a recurring back story with an emphasis on creating our eyewear with an identity by design. With a design studio based in Milan, the company draws on Italy’s history and craftsmanship, while offering a global perspective in terms of design and trends. Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh™ embarks on a new narrative where free thinking inspires a pioneering format for the future, where the age of imagination is the product of reality. Inspired by Virgil’s vision and approach to his art, Off-White nurtures a group of creative minds who represent the best in their categories and have a strong and personal connection with Virgil. Ibrahim’s relationship with Virgil and Off-White, born and nurtured through Instagram direct messages, has evolved both personally and professionally over the last 3 years, creating a strong bond based on mutual respect and shared values.

July 2023