Face a Face presents four new models from the Japan Now! collection. The Haori, Carar, Reeds and Matics models tell a story and are inspired by a completely new color palette. A new season for the Japanese adventure! The Face a Face designers continue their artistic journey to the heart of contemporary Japanese design with Shiro Kuramata, Issey Miyake, Rei Kawakubo, and others. They are all designers whose work combines delicacy with a disruptive aesthetic – a fascinating contrast that permeates the vision of the Japan Now! collection. From the meeting between the breadth and precision of Haori to the cutting of the raw material in Carar, via the poetry of Reeds or the ‘how to turn technique into aesthetics’ with Matics, every one of these creative designs tells the story of this journey from nature to culture. A new palette inspired by Japanese gardens permeates and enhances the curves of the models in this new collection: from blue greens to indigo blue, via yuzu green and even “Viva Magenta” purple reds with touches of azalea pink.

March 2024

EssilorLuxottica and Michael Kors have announced the renewal of their licensing agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of prescription frames and sunglasses under the Michael Kors brand. This renewal will come into effect on Jan. 1, 2025 and cover a period of five years, with an option for a five-year extension. This early renewal, coming almost a year before the expiration of the current agreement, is reflective of the strong collaboration between the two companies since 2015. Francesco Milleri, Chairman and Ceo of EssilorLuxottica, said, “We are really proud of the work we’ve done with Michael Kors over the past decade. In the years ahead, we’ll continue to innovate together with designs that reflect the brand’s innate sense of modern glamour and its unfailing eye for effortless chic.” Cedric Wilmotte, Ceo of Michael Kors, said, “Together, we have grown Michael Kors eyewear into a global business at the leading edge of fashion eyewear while continuing to celebrate the brand’s long and distinctive heritage. We share EssilorLuxottica’s commitment to design, innovation and quality, and look forward to continuing our close collaboration in the years ahead.”

March 2024

Cutler and Gross unveils the Spring/Summer 2024 Desert Playground line, featuring a selection of 8 bold designs, including 7 optical glasses and 5 sunglasses. This collection seamlessly blends traditional and modern shapes, drawing inspiration from the striking architecture of Palm Springs celebrating the radiant and glamorous era bathed in sunlight. Each style reflects the cinematic grandeur of 50s Hollywood and draw inspiration from the Modernist architecture of this bygone era, frozen in time by Julius Shulman’s photography. Inspired by the winged frames popularized on the silver screen during the 1950s and 60s, the 1409 model features a curved brown bar and flattened edges, offering a refreshing twist on a classic style. Drawing from the geometric precision of mid-century modernist architecture, the 1410 optical frames boast a striking square structure. Embodying the angular elegance of 1960s cinema, the 1411 frames feature a straight brow bar and slanted lugs, evoking a gender-neutral cat-eye aesthetic. The maximalist sunglass design of the 9324 draws inspiration from the octagonal allure reminiscent of iconic Hollywood figure Sophia Loren in the 1950s.

March 2024

Blackfin introduces AirGlass, the revolutionary Barberini polarized lens in ultra-thin glass that redefines the balance between weight and optical quality. The two Italian companies have combined their expertise to introduce a design product that pushes beyond the limits of weight, achieving the perfect balance between lightness and quality. Weighing just 9 grams more than the corresponding plastic lenses, the new Blackfin AirGlass are a distillation of artisan mastery and innovation. Blackfin Ceo Nicola Del Din stated: “Blackfin is extremely proud of its partnership with Barberini, global leader in the mineral glass lens sector. Titanium is well-known for its excellent qualities, including its light weight; glass is the material that ensures optimum optical performance but is typically perceived as heavy. Both Blackfin and Barberini have set themselves apart in terms of state-of-the-art processing of these two materials. By combining our respective skill sets, we aim to show that it is possible to offer a new visual experience in a product of excellence that is surprisingly lightweight.”

March 2024

Barton Perreira, the premium eyewear brand founded by Bill Barton and Patty Perreira, has presented its new collection for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. The new models presented by Barton Perreira perfectly match the design Dna of the American luxury brand. The new models, Snow White and Rose Red, are a tribute to high-end eyewear design and once again testify to the dedication and skill of designer Patty Perreira. The iconic models are characterized by their curved accents and polished contours. The carefully chosen colors show that nature is the source of inspiration. Barton Perreira demonstrates its generalist expertise when it comes to shapes and materials. From acetate to titanium, from bold frames to frameless, from simple design to fashion statement, all the models in the new collection are characterized by fine, refined details and high-quality craftsmanship.

March 2024

Cazal has once again raised the bar in the eyewear world with the release of their highly anticipated 2024 campaign. Renowned for establishing unparalleled standards in the industry, this latest campaign exudes a perfect blend of glitz and glamour. Seamlessly intertwining heritage and zeitgeist, Cazal playfully presents sophistication and swag, setting the stage for a visual spectacle that is nothing short of extraordinary. At the heart of the campaign is a celebration of individuality and the distinctive designs that have become synonymous with the Cazal name and its iconic models. Whether it’s the legendary frames like the 607s or the flaming novelties of the 683, 5007, 7107, 8514, and 9109, Cazal once again asserts its dominance in the eyewear arena with a bold display of creativity and style. Each model stands as a testament to the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries and creating eyewear that is not just an accessory but a cultural phenomenon.

March 2024

Dita Eyewear introduces their newest campaign with father-son duo, Luka and Clark Sabbat. The campaign, shot by Alfredo Bosco, introduces Paris as the latest destination for Dita’s flagship store with imagery in and around the iconic Le Marais neighborhood and Hotel Costes. Paris holds a special significance for Luka Sabbat, as well as Dita, as it is where he spent his early childhood. With Paris as an apt background, the campaign elegantly captures Luka and Clark in Dita’s iconic frames. Luka Sabbat, who gained worldwide acclaim for his career in modeling and acting, wears the Epi-Luxury 13 sunglasses in his unmistakable individual style. The Epi-Luxury line transcends the conventions of luxury with a focus on exceptional Japanese craftsmanship and frames beholden to five key tenets to ensure a product ‘above luxury’. Luka’s father, Clark, a renowned designer and proclaimed Dita aficionado, wears the oversized Grand-Apx sunglasses and his signature Mastic glasses.

March 2024

For this winter, Frank and Lucie has added dark brown and warm orange tones to its range of reading glasses for both men and women. Turtle Shade and Warm Glow are currently the most popular colors, but the new Eyetem women’s model is also available in classic black and greyvanna. Frank and Lucie’s newest collection, Sunday Essentials, will be fully available from mid-February. Pre-orders for the Sunday Essentials collection will be available from the beginning of the month. Perfectly matching acetate eyeglass chains and various Wink cases complete the overall aesthetic look. With its faux leather cases and matching chains, this new collection of Frank and Lucie reading glasses will be the perfect addition to your showcases. You can find the Sunday Essentials collection on the brand’s website.

March 2024

Garrett Leight’s Fall/Winter 2023-2024 collection is inspired by The Summer of Love, the iconic 1967 event in Haight-Ashbury, California where 100,000 young people gathered to celebrate music, art, psychedelics, free thought and free love. Garrett Leight’s Fall/Winter 2023-2024 collection references both its Californian and counter-culture roots while adding a subtle modern twist, representing, in its own words, ‘glowing skin from a well-groomed wellness routine’ rather than the ‘dirty hippie’ stereotype. From the wonderfully structured, oversized, cartoonish Dolores to the luminous Webster, the collection features a flower power ethos updated with contemporary flair. Warm, energetic, vibrant and with fresh design touches, the models in the collection promise the wearer the comfort and convenience that comes with free and original styles. Californian Garrett Leight’s newest collection, symbolizing free love and free thinking, is available on the brand’s website.

March 2024

Kaleos is pleased to announce the collaboration with Hey where playfulness, creativity, and infinite shapes are the fundamental pillars. Hey’s unique approach to form through colors seemed the perfect match for Kaleos to continue developing the brand’s philosophy, “The Beautiful Shape”. Hey is a Barcelona-based creative studio founded in 2007. They specialize in developing creative strategies and visual languages. Known for their use of color and irreverent visual code, they join forces with Kaleos to create a truly unique piece. Hey x Kaleos eyewear evokes the playful essence of Hey’s colorful drawings while being technically very complex. A new construction in the eyewear industry was born – this is a special piece that allows multiple frame compositions. 1296 different sunglasses with only 1 body frame. This single piece that you can customize with different colors and shapes enhances every kind of mood and personality. Hey x Kaleos is a collaboration that perfectly incorporates the essence of both brands: focus on shape with an irreverent visual code.

March 2024