Look Introduces ‘Urban’ Series

The independent Italian brand Look unveils its Urban colection, a selection of six eyeglass frames. These styles epitomize a contemporary and global trend, showcasing the innovative technical expertise of the Italian brand. For this particular collection, Look has created an exclusive acetate material in-house. The frames showcase a youthful and dynamic color palette, drawing inspiration from the latest fashion trends in Italy. There are six different styles available, each offering four color options, providing a stylish and accessible fashion choice influenced by current urban lifestyles.

September 2023

Augmented Reality Project by Marcolin

Marcolin has debuted an augmented reality technology to elevate its training and customer experience activities. Within its Italian factories, the company launched an immersive tour project, through which it will showcase the behind the scenes story of eyewear manufacturing. Following up and developing on the Marcolin Manufacturing Academy program, employees will enter the heart of the creative and manufacturing departments wearing a virtual reality headset. Through this program, they will learn the processes and skills used for the creation of Marcolin’s eyewear.

September 2023

New Quiksilver Sustainable Collection

Quiksilver, from Mondottica, has launched its 2023 sustainable eyewear collection. The collection offers a curated selection of retro-inspired styles as well as a sport release. QS2014 is a retro-inspired frame with a keyhole bridge and a thicker frame front featuring a crystal fade effect. Rectangular QS2013 features bold, colored gradients on the frame front. Sport styles QS2020 and QS2021 offer added durability with sport inspired color combinations, as well as eco-friendly rubber infused temple tips for added flexibility.

September 2023

Another Renewal by Safilo

Safilo Group and Juicy Couture, a global fashion and iconic lifestyle brand, announced the renewal of a global licensing agreement for the design, manufacturing and distribution of Juicy Couture branded optical frames and sunglasses for women and optical frames for girls and teens until December 31, 2027. Joseph N. Zarro, Owner of Juicy Couture said: “Through our shared vision, we will continue to deliver eyewear that captures the Juicy Couture spirit and allows our customers to express their individuality.”

September 2023

Clear Vision with Seiko 1.57 AS SCC

With its slim aspherical design, the Seiko 1.57 index provides clear vision and functional wearing comfort thanks to its high-quality materials and coating. The Seiko SuperCelanCoat (SCC) coating provides long-lasting water repellency, scratch resistance, strong grip and antistatic function. Seiko 1.57 AS SCC with organic coating protection is dirt, dust and moisture free. With its high Abbe value (V=47), 1 Seiko 1.57 AS SCC provides sharp and clear vision. Thanks to its special tensile strength, the Seiko 1.57 AS SCC can be easily bent and fitted and adapts to any frame type.

September 2023

Palm Angels Promises Authenticity

Palm Angels is making a quick entrance in the eyewear space, but it’s making clear and confident strides in defining style. The brand’s signature new high-contrast Tech lenses, used in the models in Palm Angels’ sports-inspired collection, reflect the brand’s signature classic American cool look while guaranteeing wearers protection from the sun’s rays. With Palm Angels, you can be both glittery and sporty while remaining fashionable and authentic.

September 2023

Hally&Son and Comfort

Relaxed, egoless and simple.  Accessible but distant. This brand is Hally&Son. The brand that guarantees comfort shows its collaboration with Turkuaz Optik with this motto. The new models are characterized by elegance, lightness, elegant anthracite color and simple lines.  The reflective lenses offer warmth and softness with their distinctive refined design and soft edges. Each piece in the collection focuses on combining modern aesthetics with classic elegance.

September 2023

Gentle Monster x Overwatch 2 Collaboration

Gentle Monster and Overwatch 2 have come together to create a unique experience that blurs the lines between the real world and the gaming world. The collaboration features a new line of sunglasses called Tokki” inspired by the popular Overwatch 2 hero, D.Va. The Tokki sunglasses are available in two colors, pink and black, and come in a special package box that resembles D.Va’s transportation robot, the mech Tokki. The package also includes a soft case and an attachable D.Va figure.

September 2023

Growth for First Half by EssiLux

The Board of Directors of EssilorLuxottica has approved the condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The Group reported strong sales growth and margins in the second quarter and first half. “As we reach the halfway point of 2023, we are proud of our performance, including our strong top-line growth, which is in line with our long-term outlook, and our ability to maintain our momentum in margins,” said Francesco Milleri, Chairman and Ceo of EssiLux, and Paul du Saillant, Deputy Ceo.

September 2023

Cutler and Gross Presents ‘After Party’

Cutler and Gross’ latest collection, which is named as After Party, captures the mood of a fun-filled night out with an unconventional, uninhibited sense of fashion. The design team transformed club scenes and twilight street scenes into a contrasting palette of vibrant and muted hues across 14 styles – nine optical and five sunglasses. The British brand Cutler and Gross utilizes gender-bending silhouettes, bold lenses and distinctive detailing to ensure each style is unique and iconic.

September 2023