Italian eyewear brand Siens and British fashion designer Neil Barrett have collaborated on a joint eyewear collection for men, named as Metropolis. Produced in Italy by Faoflex, the collection combines Neil Barrett’s minimalist design approach and high-tech elements with Siens’ sculptural design line, creating a perfect blend of the Dna of both brands. The Metropolis collection is available in four shades: black, ivory white, smoky white and honey ice, in harmony with the tones of the garments presented by the British designer at the Autumn/Winter 2023 show. All the frames in the collaboration collection have been meticulously crafted at Studio Russo in Milan, run by the Siens team of four designer brothers who specialize in designing accessories for leading fashion houses. Siens frames are attracting worldwide attention as unique and bold works of art, blending advanced technology and traditional craftsmanship to deliver a visionary look.

March 2023

Mykita has incorporated aviator and navigator styles into its design language for quite some time. Recently, the company has expanded its selection by introducing several new models across its collections. These options include simplistic and minimalist models made from lightweight stainless steel for the No1 and Lite lines, as well as retro-inspired models with dark, warm acetate shades for Mykita Acetate. Additionally, the company now offers mixed material models that combine stainless steel with acetate and Mylon, resulting in refined color combinations. The aviator and its rectangular counterpart, the navigator, originated from military wear in the 1930s and have since become iconic fashion accessories donned by pop culture legends of the twentieth century. Despite its evolution into a fashion statement, the aviator’s primary function was to enhance a pilot’s vision at high altitudes, achieved by its unique teardrop-shaped lenses which provided maximum coverage. This signature design element also follows the contours of the face to create a flattering effect. The Mykita aviator and navigator silhouettes make a real statement as optical frames. The strong unisex styles are individually adaptable and come in an extensive color palette and handcrafted quality.

March 2023

NBA superstar Dwyane Wade is the face of Versace’s new men’s eyewear collection. As part of the collaboration, the famous athlete has stepped in front of the cameras wearing three new frames from the luxury brand. High-scoring basketball hero Dwyane Wade appears in the new Versace campaign photographed by Mario Sorrenti, presenting the luxury brand’s eyewear to the world. Wade’s dynamic scoring and passing ability, as well as his off-court style and swagger, made him a natural choice to join the Versace roster, the luxury brand said, noting the superstar’s “charisma and perfection”. In Versace’s new collection, the sophisticated navigator-shaped sunglasses, the optical frame coded VE1287 and the Special Project pilot sunglasses coded VE2251 stand out with their inherent precision and confident detailing. VE2251 in particular stands out with its blend of white and gold details with gray lenses, while the centralization of the iconic Medusa logo brings a renewed approach to the timeless aviator form.

March 2023

Nautica Eyewear announces the launch of their new Tenite Renew collection, featuring styles made from a sustainable material by Eastman which uses more than 56% of sustainable materials made from bio-based and certified recycled content. The certified recycled content is allocated using ISCC mass balance. The collection launching offers two sunglasses and three ophthalmic glasses styles, designed with lightweight constructions, classic shapes and pops of colour, the company states. Tenite Renew is produced via an advanced innovative recycling technology using hard to recycle waste plastic in place of fossil feedstock, reducing carbon emissions and leaving fossil-based resources behind while ensuring the same high performance as conventional materials. “We are thrilled to continue our commitment to taking steps toward social responsibility and making a positive impact on the environment with Tenite Renew,” said Thomas Burkhardt, President of Marchon Eyewear, Inc. “The Nautica styles offer customers more sustainable styles when shopping for lifestyle eyewear.”

March 2023

Fashion brand Khaite and Oliver Peoples have collaborated on a new eyewear collection. The new collection debuted at Khaite’s Fall/Winter 2023 show during New York Fashion Week. Complementing Creative Director Catherine Holstein’s ready-to-wear designs on the runway, the collection consists of three frame styles: 1969C, 1971C and 1983C. Each pair of sunglasses in the collection is inspired by vintage styles, combining Khaite’s sophisticated aesthetic and Oliver Peoples’ cult design language. “Khaite presents a new woman every season and Oliver Peoples sunglasses have been helping us bring this woman to life on the runway for several years now. We put our own perspective on this collection. Each pair is uniquely created from the differences in form, fit and color that make up Khaite. This is made possible thanks to Oliver Peoples’ exceptional materials and production,” said Catherine Holstein. “Oliver Peoples has always been known for its timeless aesthetic that champions craftsmanship above logos and trends. Both brands have found common ground in honoring style that will always be relevant,” added Rocco Basilico, Ceo of Oliver Peoples.

March 2023

Spanish brand Kaleos announces its new distribution agreement with Lanctôt Optical Group. Since its inception in 2013, Kaleos has been offering eyewear collections with unique aesthetic poses, where a combination of visual elements is carefully considered to offer products that delight design lovers. Lanctôt Optical Group is a Canadian family-owned company that has been in business for over seventy years. With unparalleled service and invaluable expertise for high quality products, it has become the reference for quality European eyewear in the Canadian market. With this partnership, Kaleos will benefit from Lanctôt Optical’s extensive distribution network across Canada, while Lanctôt Optical will be able to expand its existing portfolio and increase its market share.

March 2023

Ørgreen, a leading eyewear brand based in Copenhagen, is at the forefront of combining 3D printing and titanium to create innovative and stylish designs. The brand’s new screwless Quantum High collection features 3D printed faceplates and titanium temples for the perfect balance of lightness and durability. The color combination on the faceplate, temples and tips also gives the new collection an aesthetic touch in the Ørgreen style. Ørgreen’s latest invention in the new collection is the integration of a 3D ring on the edge of the spectacle frame, which offers a striking look with eye-catching color accents on the front and a dynamic stance when the frame is rotated. Ørgreen has also enhanced the design with a side shield, adding extra dimension to the models in the collection, while showcasing its skills in 3D printing in eyewear design. Ørgreen calls this integration “functional aesthetics”, meaning it combines both attractive design and practical benefits. This means opticians can offer their customers larger lenses in smaller, thinner frames, while wearers can achieve a sleek and stylish look without thick lenses.

March 2023

Materika expands the Piuma collection with two new styles with dynamic and modern looks. The new additions to the collection seem to have been shaped by a gust of wind caressing the surface, while the sharp edges of the bridge and end pieces, which are fluid like a liquid, melt into the hinges. Styles made of magnesium promise comfort and convenience to their users as a result of minimizing the weight. With these two new frames to be launched in Opti 2023, the collection expands to a total of four pieces, two in six color options for men and two in five different shades for women. Contrasting matte and polished details lead to special sparkling colors that emphasize the dynamic look of the series, while shiny nuances and reflective metal details highlight the inside of the temples. In addition, there is a simple tone that faithfully imitates the appearance of magnesium in its most basic form among the color variants. That means feather-light glasses with a well-defined personality.

January 2023

Zeiss Group reported significant revenue growth for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, with double-digit percentage growth in all four business segments of the company. Total revenue increased by sixteen percent from 7.5 billion euros the previous year to 8.8 billion euros, exceeding 8 billion euros for the first time. Profit before interest and taxes also reached a new high, reaching 1.6 billion euros. Zeiss increased its orders significantly by nineteen percent to 10.7 billion euros, thus raising it to a new record level. Zeiss President and CEO Dr. Karl Lamprecht said, “For the first time in our history, our annual revenue has exceeded the 8 billion Euro threshold. Four of Zeiss’ segments and more than 38,000 of our employees contributed to this. We are growing and at the same time investing in the future worldwide. This success shows that we are on the right track with our strategy focused on megatrends.”

January 2023

Milanese eyewear brand Movitra has announced that it will present its limited-edition capsule series, which consists of three styles, at Mido, the optical fair to be held between 04-06 February 2023. In the new capsule series, the pilot-shaped sunglasses model named Angelo, which was previewed before the launch, attracted attention. Made from acetate, stainless steel and titanium, the bezel is available in black and Havana with green or electric blue flash glass. “Our pilot design, Angelo, takes our DNA to new heights,” said Giuseppe Pizzuto, Co-Founder of Movitra. “We work meticulously both technically and aesthetically, and Angelo combines our passion for Italian design tradition with our constant pursuit of excellence in innovation, materials and frame detailing.” The limited edition models in Movitra’s new capsule collection, Limited-Edition, are equipped with Zeiss sun glasses that provide 100% UV protection, and the serial numbers of the model are engraved on the inside of the handles.

January 2023