The board of directors of Safilo Group has approved the company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, and examined the separate financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, which will be submitted for approval by the shareholders at the annual general meeting to be held in a single call on April 24, 2024. Safilo closed 2023 with net sales of €1,024.7 million, down 2.3 percent at constant exchange rates and 4.8 percent at current exchange rates compared to €1,076.7 million recorded in 2022.

April 2024

Safilo Group and Missoni announce the renewal of their global licensing agreement for Missoni brand eyewear until the end of 2029. Safilo Group stated that since the start of the relationship in 2020, Missoni has represented a significant brand in their women’s luxury fashion portfolio thanks to its collections characterized by the innovative use of the fashion house’s iconic textiles and colours, giving them a distinctive identity. This style fully expresses the authenticity of the brand’s Dna making the Missoni eyewear collections immediately recognizable and unique.

April 2024

Retrosuperfuture has opened the architect-designed store in Av. Tamaulipas 141 in the capital of Mexico. Situated in the vibrant La Condesa area, RSF Mexico City store was conceived and designed by RSF’s creative team in collaboration with architect Paul Cournet. The compact store is designed for an organic flow, emphasising key functional elements. RSF’s Mexico City store includes private visiting rooms equipped with licensed opticians, optometrists and Zeiss vision testing machines to address clients’ ophthalmic needs.

April 2024

Authentic Brands Group,a global brand development, marketing, and entertainment company, recently announced a partnership with Mondottica Group, the premium eyewear manufacturer and design specialist, for Reebok. Mondottica Group will design, manufacture, and distribute Reebok-branded eyewear and sunglass products for men, women, boys, and girls.

April 2024

Red Bull Spect Eyewear, a manufacturer of premium sports and blue light filter eyewear, announces an optical collection developed for 2024, describing it as a collection which will set new standards in terms of design and functionality. The centerpiece is the new Wing system, which combines two additional temple elements in one frame, adding better grip when required. A small slider on the temple allows a second, curved metal element to be extended, which shapes itself around the ear and ensures a secure fit even during intense sporting activities.

April 2024

Ray-Ban unveiled the Ray-Ban x Lenny Kravitz capsule collection, a rock-and-roll-inspired twist on its Reverse sunglasses. The limited-edition pairs are available in gold, black, dark gray, or silver—and come etched with Kravitz’s personalized signature. Kravitz commented, “The Ray-Ban Reverse collaboration is a dream come true, allowing me to merge my love for music and fashion with such an iconic brand. It’s about breaking boundaries, embracing individuality, and seeing the world from a new perspective through those innovative lenses.”

April 2024

Oliver Peoples and worldy-known tennis champion Roger Federer released their first eyewear collection, RF | Oliver Peoples. The four-collection partnership under the Roger Federer (RF) and Oliver Peoples brands begins with six new styles – including four sunglasses and two shield frames. Federer said, “Sunglasses are something I’ve enjoyed as my sport has required me to chase the sun 80% of my life. One of the main goals of our collection was to create sunglasses that could be utilized in every aspect of one’s routine – off or on the court.”

April 2024

Morel’s minimalist collection par Jean Nouvel returns for a fifth round. Morel collaborates with the architect Jean Nouvel and shows that two such different worlds are not so different after all. In the image of Jean Nouvel and his art, this new season unveils streamlined architectural lines in a fascinating aesthetic simplicity. Entirely crafted from acetate, the 90045C “rim-to-rim” model features two nested colored circles within a transparent structure: a remarkable technical feat that highlights its complex design.

April 2024

Marcolin Group has received the gender equality certification issued by Accredia in accordance with EC Regulation 765/2008. Achieved after an arduous journey of several years, this endorsement confirms Marcolin’s ongoing commitment to promoting its inclusive and fair culture. Sabrina Paulon, HR Director of Marcolin Group, said: “With this recognition, we are committed to doing our part. We will continue to work diligently to further implement these values through new projects and initiatives.”

April 2024

Marcolin officially opened its new showroom in New York with an exclusive opening ceremony. Located on the 19th floor in 270 Madison Avenue, in the heart of Manhattan, the new showroom, designed by Milan-based design studio Navone Associati, includes offices and a large space dedicated to Marcolin’s brands. A multitude of esteemed guests, including US press, customers, partners and institutions attended the opening ceremony held in the new spaces.

April 2024