Opti 2026 once again fulfilled its role as the first major meeting point of the year for the international optics industry. Held in Munich, the trade fair welcomed 21,972 industry professionals, marking an increase of more than 4 percent compared to 2025. International attendance rose by over 5 percent, while the number of exhibiting companies grew by more than 7 percent year on year, reaching 354. These figures highlighted the industry’s appetite for growth and its positive outlook. Over the course of three days, Opti served as a key hub for networking, strategic planning, and business development. Among the highlights that attracted strong visitor interest were Opti Spheare, focusing on hearing acoustics; Tomorrow Vision, dedicated to contact lenses and sports; and Opti Design Stage, which showcased design expertise and emerging trends. The Opti Frame Awards also brought innovative design achievements to the forefront. Young professionals and entrepreneurs were supported through educational and consulting sessions such as Next Generation Hub, Next Gen Tours, and My Own Business. With its expanding international reach, high-quality professional dialogue, and upbeat atmosphere, Opti 2026 set a confident tone for the remainder of the year. The next edition of Opti will take place in Munich from January 29 to 31, 2027.

February 2026

ic! berlin, operating under Marcolin, has announced a new collaboration with the Audi Revolut F1 Team, becoming the team’s official eyewear partner. In a statement, the companies noted that both organizations are united by precision engineering, functional design, and a modern aesthetic vision. The partnership is said to be rooted in a shared performance philosophy in which innovation is purposeful, design embraces a minimal approach, and every detail serves a specific function. As the official eyewear partner, ic! berlin will support the Audi Revolut F1 Team both on and off the track. The partnership coincides with ic! berlin’s 30th anniversary. According to the brand, this move brings together two companies where form and function are inseparable. It was emphasized that performance in Formula 1 extends beyond car design to include focus, precision, and confidence. These qualities align closely with ic! berlin’s core principles and product design approach. Marcolin Group also stated that the collaboration strengthens its positioning at the intersection of design culture, premium performance, and global visibility. The agreement is expected to further expand ic! berlin’s international reach through the global exposure and communication platform provided by the Audi Revolut F1 Team.

February 2026

Mondottica Group has advanced its commitment to sustainability by securing its B Corporation status, according to an announcement from the company. This certification, granted by B Lab, signifies that the for-profit organization has met rigorous standards for high levels of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency. The group earned this status following an intensive 18-month assessment that involved answering 258 questions across every aspect of its international business, the company noted. Mondottica’s Ben Whitaker, MD, said: “Achieving B Corp certification marks an important strategic milestone for Mondottica, reinforcing our commitment to embedding responsible and people centered practices across our operations and partnerships. B Corp provides a clear framework for how we continue to grow as a business, empowering us to enhance our social and environmental impact in a purposeful and measurable way. Looking ahead, we are committed to accelerating progress across the organization, working closely with our brand partners and empowering our teams to build a business that is high performing, purpose driven, and resilient for the future. Mondottica employees and our valued customers remain a core focus and are fundamental in sustaining and improving our high levels of sustainable business processes.”

February 2026

Götti Switzerland introduces its new Haute Contour collection, celebrating form, material, and craftsmanship at the highest level. Within the Haute Contour line, each model is crafted from premium acetate and finished entirely by hand, revealing a distinctive and deeply nuanced character. Shaped by defined contours and flowing curves, the new Götti collection reflects an elegant aesthetic language. The designs are bold in form yet restrained in attitude. Carefully polished by Götti artisans to achieve an almost sculptural surface, the acetate frames are described as wearable works of art. Light moves softly across the surfaces, emphasizing the richness of the high quality acetate while adding both movement and a strong presence to each frame. Fine silver and gold rivets on the temples highlight the collection’s sophistication and refinement, while the name of the artisan responsible for polishing is engraved on the inside as a personal seal of quality. Subtly tinted lenses are offered with a brown gradient option or as sunglasses and feature a second logo engraving. With Haute Contour, Götti presents a modern fashion statement that authentically reflects its craftsmanship and distinctive brand character.

February 2026

Spanish brand Kaleos introduces its Spring/Summer 2026 eyewear collection, highlighting movement, contrast, and individuality. Placing a sense of discovery at the heart of its new women’s line, Kaleos embraces the unexpected, values imperfection, and transforms subtle design twists into defining features. As silhouettes become more compact and purpose driven, form takes center stage. Bold oval shapes, sharp angles, and unexpected proportions define the character of the collection. Colour assumes a stronger role, while layered laminations are pushed into the background. The new collection reveals a lighter, more focused coherence shaped primarily by form. For Spring/Summer 2026, Kaleos presents two distinct yet harmonious attitudes. On one side, expressive models stand out with playful use of colour, subtle glitter accents, and statement details. On the other, a more restrained aesthetic emerges, embracing clean lines, modern constructions, and a considered approach to minimalism. The collection also draws attention with stainless steel elements, semi rimless designs, photochromic lenses, and a refined production approach.

February 2026

Following the global success of its Sculptural Pebble sunglasses series, Paloceras now presents its first optical eyewear collection, Nouvelle Fiction. Reinforcing the appeal of voluminous silhouettes, Nouvelle Fiction translates the sculptural design language of the Pebble frames into refined, lightweight spectacles designed for clarity and everyday wear. The collection’s signature voluminous forms are crafted through a controlled hot-pressing process, allowing precise shaping rather than surface effects. This approach delivers a sculptural presence while maintaining structural stability and prescription compatibility. The palette is tailored for optical use, featuring soft neutrals, translucent tones, and expressive marbled patterns. Each frame is meticulously crafted from premium Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate using a DualLayer laminated construction, finished with custom gold-plated Visottica hardware for optical adjustment and long-term durability. The finishing preserves Paloceras’ signature smooth, sculptural aesthetic, while lenses supplied by Divel Italia feature top-tier hard coating and anti-reflective treatment designed for clarity, durability, and daily optical use.

February 2026

Mykita has strengthened its commitment to environmentally responsible material sourcing by announcing that all optical demo lenses will be produced using Eastman Tritan Renew. As of April 2026, all new Mykita product deliveries will feature demo lenses linked to this recycled material. As optical frames account for the majority of Mykita’s business, demo lenses represent the company’s largest single lens purchase. This comprehensive transition is expected to deliver a meaningful reduction in material impact across the collections. The environmental benefit is described as equivalent to preventing approximately 150,000 single use water bottles from reaching landfill each year. Mykita Founder and Creative Director Moritz Krüger commented, “Demo lenses have always been a small yet unavoidable part of every optical frame. With Tritan Renew, we reduce the impact of this component without compromising function or quality, further advancing the use of recycled materials across our collections.” Rachel Oakley, Segment Manager at Eastman, added, “Material improvements, even in overlooked components, can add up to meaningful progress. We are pleased to support Mykita in expanding the use of Eastman Renew materials.”

February 2026

Vsp Vision has announced the appointment of Nicola Zotta as President of Eyewear and Managing Director of both Marchon Eyewear and Marcolin. Following Vsp Vision’s recent acquisition of Marcolin, Zotta will lead the integration process of the two global eyewear leaders. Nicola Zotta succeeds Fabrizio Curci, who has served as Ceo and General Manager of Marcolin since June 2020. Curci will continue to support the company in an advisory role over the coming months. Reporting to Vsp Vision President and Ceo Michael Guyette, Zotta joins Vsp Vision from Artsana Group, where he has served as Ceo since 2022. He previously held the role of President of Marchon from 2016 to 2022 and, earlier in his career, held senior leadership positions at Safilo Group. Thomas Burkhardt, who has served as President of Marchon since 2022, has decided to step down from his role. He will continue to support Nicola Zotta as an advisor, focusing on the integration of Marcolin’s and Marchon’s respective brand portfolios.

February 2026

Tree Spectacles has unveiled the Ayra Part 2 collection. With this second chapter of the Ayra series, the Italian brand deepens its commitment to minimalist design while maintaining a focus on ultra-lightweight construction. Inspired by the worlds of fashion, art, and design, the collection reinterprets key elements such as lightness and the interplay of light with material, reflecting Tree Spectacles’ signature minimal aesthetic and vision. Comprising ten models, Ayra Part 2 emphasizes streamlined, clean shapes, gentle lines, translucency, and desaturated colors, creating an elegant and cohesive visual identity. With Ayra Part 2, Tree Spectacles aims to suggest rather than assert; the frames leave room for individual expression while naturally integrating with the wearer’s personality. Tree Spectacles’ Co-Founder Marco barp said: “The new Ayra collection is the result of intense research once again: by understanding what works for us, and what is representative of who we are, pursued with coherence, moderation, and authenticity, we have created a really contemporary collection – refined, and, of course, very sellable. It is the latest expression of Tree Spectacles, bringing even greater depth.”

February 2026

Cazal presents its new Era360° collection. Opening a new chapter in eyewear design, the brand builds the collection around precision, depth, and a strong sense of presence, placing a holistic design approach at its core. Within the series, every angle, every surface, and every detail is treated not as an isolated element but as an integral part of the whole. Sculptural surfaces, three-dimensional structures, and finely crafted decorative lines reveal Cazal’s distinctive design language in all its dimensions. Craftsmanship lies at the center of this approach. Each new frame is developed with engineering precision down to the smallest component, from custom-designed screws to refined titanium nose pads. Highlighted in the collection’s campaign, the new design Mod777 is offered in three different color options, including versions equipped with photochromic lenses that adapt to changing light conditions. Every model in the Era360° collection is individually numbered and registered. This system by Cazal Eyewear ensures verifiable authenticity, collectible value, and the benefit of an extended warranty, with each design presented in exclusive packaging accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

February 2026