Blackfin introduces its Fall/Winter 2025 collection, a line that reflects confident maturity and the brand’s relentless pursuit of perfection. The collection’s essence is captured in Blackfin One, featuring refined two-tone combinations that add depth and personality while enhancing the purity of the frame’s lines. The brand expands this design language through a new gradient technique applied not only to the front but also along the temples, creating a seamless and dynamic visual effect. Delicate color accents along the edges further emphasize Blackfin’s mastery of hand-finishing and attention to every detail. In the Blackfin Pacific line, brushed and polished surfaces in gold and silver enrich the texture of the titanium, while iridescent finishes transform the metal into a canvas of light reflections. The Blackfin Aero Loop models showcase the brand’s advanced anodization process—an electrochemical oxidation technique inspired by fine jewelry—that enhances color depth, durability, and luminous elegance. With its soft-touch finishes and bold yet balanced silhouettes, Blackfin continues to shape the future of titanium eyewear with precision and emotion.

October 2025

Austrian eyewear brand Andy Wolf unveils a new collection defined by contrasts and infused with a refined touch of French flair. The new Èlevated series brings together expressive acetate designs, distinctive metal frames, bold combinations, and sophisticated sunglasses that set the creative tone for the coming season. Each model reflects Andy Wolf’s characteristic balance between individuality and craftsmanship.A key design feature of the collection is the stepped concept, a technique in which layers of material are precisely milled to create a three-dimensional structure. This meticulous process reveals subtle transitions and unexpected color effects that lend the frames depth and sculptural brilliance. The technique appears in statement optical styles such as 4641, 5156, and 5157, as well as in standout sunglasses Vanda and Salix. The campaign for the Èlevated collection was photographed at the Vienna Bridge Club, an architectural landmark designed by modernist pioneer Adolf Loos. The setting reflects the brand’s vision of merging timeless design heritage with progressive creativity. The new collection confirms the brand’s position as one of the most inventive forces in independent eyewear.

October 2025

Alain Mikli and Ray-Ban renew their historic collaboration, presenting an exclusive capsule collection that blends avant-garde and pop iconography. Originally launched in the late 1990s, this strong alliance returns now with a more defined perspective. The limited-edition Alain Mikli x Ray-Ban capsule collection, available exclusively only in the boutiques of both brands, is built on contrasts, combining sharp lines and unexpected curves with rebellious elements and traditional references. The frames reinterpret archival designs through a radical lens, playing with sculpted volumes and clean geometries. The capsule pairs Alain Mikli’s experimental aesthetic with Ray-Ban’s heritage, deeply rooted in global pop culture, through new structural designs. Standout pieces include oval silhouettes with side visors inspired by late-’90s models, cat-eye shapes featuring jagged profiles and two-tone surfaces, and more essential models combining acetate and metal structures. A bold color palette and the debut of a red Ray-Ban logo run throughout the capsule collection, bridging iconic references with innovative design solutions.

October 2025

VSP Vision™ announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Marcolin from PAI Partners, a pre-eminent private equity firm, and other minority shareholders. The acquisition of Marcolin, a global leader in eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution, will mark a significant eyewear investment by VSP Vision to provide even more value to its stakeholders. President and Ceo of VSP Vision Michael Guyette said: “The addition of Marcolin is another example of our commitment to purposeful growth that will provide greater value for VSP members, clients, doctors, and key customers. With a portfolio of some of the world’s most sought-after brands and advanced in-house manufacturing capabilities, Marcolin will strongly complement our existing offerings through Marchon Eyewear as we continue to deliver high-quality eyewear that meets diverse and evolving global customer needs.” Ceo & General Manager of Marcolin Fabrizio Curci said: “With a shared passion for bringing the highest quality eyewear to as many people as possible, joining VSP Vision is a perfect fit” The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025 and is subject to customary regulatory approvals.

October 2025

One of Türkiye’s leading optical wholesalers, Zeno Grup Optik, has relocated to its new headquarters to meet the growing demands of the industry. The group has established an integrated complex that not only houses a modern office but also features a manufacturing facility, a high-capacity warehouse, and innovative design studios, setting a new benchmark in the optical sector. The new headquarters aims to provide faster and more efficient services to business partners while offering a creative environment that reflects the vision of the brands. Its extensive logistics infrastructure allows thousands of products to be securely stored and distributed to optical stores across Türkiye, while the design studios serve as an inspiring hub for developing unique collections for Zeno Grup’s seven brands. Housing prominent industry names such as Morlin Bron and Reacher, Zeno Grup Optik reinforces its innovative vision with this new facility. The headquarters includes modern management floors, a state-of-the-art manufacturing area, and a warehouse built to international standards. More than just a workplace, Zeno Grup Optik’s new address stands as a symbol of the company’s strength, forward-thinking vision, and long-term commitment to the optical industry.

October 2025

The new-generation Turkish brand Root&Steel is redefining eyewear design by leaving conventional patterns behind. Frames crafted from materials such as ram horn, natural stone, and wood combine the unique traces of nature with modern lines. Root&Steel collections are designed as distinctive pieces that reflect personal style. Each pair of glasses gives its wearer a different character-some highlighting the delicate texture of ram horn, others the grandeur of natural stone, or the warmth of wood. The standout 2026 Doğal Taş collection breathes new life into eyewear design. Frames featuring front panels in various natural stones offer tactile richness and visual depth. Each stone bears the marks of thousands of years, while its elegant combination with wood adds warmth and lightness to the design. Expert craftsmanship preserves the natural texture of every stone. Root&Steel’s 2026 Doğal Taş collection dazzles with original designs that transcend fashion boundaries and stand the test of time. Placing sustainability and eco-friendly materials at the heart of its design and production, Root&Steel treats each pair of glasses not just as an accessory, but as a unique expression carrying cultural values and the essence of nature.

October 2025

Modo kicks off the Fall/Winter 2025 season by expanding its Paper-Thin collection with two new models. The brand’s long-standing ultra-lightweight design philosophy is combined with modern aesthetics in the Paper-Thin collection, offering frames that feel almost invisible on the face while making a statement through character. The new 4131 style stands out with its clean, rectangular silhouette. Fresh colors such as sage green, burgundy gradient, and dusty blue highlight the model’s delicate structure, reflecting the spirit of the collection. The 4132 model presents a bolder look with its generous square shape and soft corners, creating a strong expression in shades like mauve, violet, and classic black. Modo’s technical finesse is evident in both models. Beta-titanium frames, TR90 front pieces, and a screwless hinge system provide exceptional comfort. This combination of lightness and durability transforms the eyewear from a daily necessity into a design language that adapts to the flow of modern life. The new Paper-Thin models draw from Modo’s signature minimalism and innovation, bringing fresh energy to the season with their colors and forms.

October 2025

Mila ZB presents its Fall/Winter 2025 collection. The new season collection expands the brand’s elegant and contemporary DNA through distinct concepts. Comprising over 10 models, the Fall/Winter 2025 collection adapts feminine identity to both the pace of the day and the bolder aesthetics of the night. Refined materials, subtle details, and modern forms reflect Mila ZB’s signature sophisticated yet approachable spirit. The standout Day & Night series from the 2025 collection transforms contrasts into harmony. Horizontal lamination techniques on the temples create playful color effects, while metal plate accents add jewelry-like highlights to the designs. This allows the Day & Night series to blend seamlessly in office settings during the day while gaining a different allure under evening lights. New models such as MZ283V, MZ284V, and MZ285C perfectly combine contrast and harmony; the colors shift with the light while the forms emphasize modern femininity. Day & Night accompanies contemporary women’s elegant journey from day to night with a single frame, offering style, versatility, and refinement in one design.

October 2025

Since 1959, Hally & Son has made its mark with small but striking details. The Hally & Son Fall/Winter 2025 collection adds a new chapter to the brand’s story with a total of 20 new models and 80 SKUs. At the heart of the collection, the Urban Rivet and Essential series stand out, drawing inspiration from the energy of the contemporary metropolis. Designed with sharp lines, bold geometries, and elevated rivet details, the Urban Rivet series captures the rhythm of the city. Urban Rivet offers a strong expression for those who want to stand out in a fast-paced environment while maintaining architectural aesthetics. In contrast, the Essential series emphasizes the power of simplicity. Refined volumes and balanced proportions, free from excess, create a comfortable yet eye-catching look for everyday life. Minimalism here does not become ordinary; instead, it highlights character in its purest form. The Hally & Son Fall/Winter 2025 collection places these two approaches side by side, underscoring the brand’s versatility. It caters both to those seeking dynamic designs that keep pace with the city and to those desiring a calm, clear identity. The collection brings different lifestyles together under one roof, allowing each model to tell its own story.

October 2025

Eyewear By David Beckham introduces its Fall/Winter 2025 eyewear collection. The brand’s new Timeless Icons series features elegant sunglasses designed specifically for vintage accessory enthusiasts. Crafted from metal and acetate, this collection offers effortless sophistication and classic style. The new shapes, suitable for everyday wear, stand out for their superior quality and maximum comfort. Inspired by vintage design, the new foldable sunglasses model DB99/Origami takes its name from the Japanese art of paper folding. The metal frame, also suitable for optical lenses, presents a perfect blend of luxury and originality. Color options include blue photochromic lenses with beige temple tips, green lenses with black temple tips, purple and gray photochromic lenses in gold with brown temple tips, and green mirrored lenses with green temple tips. The Curator series expands with a new small oval metal-framed sunglass, enriched with precious metal and acetate temples. Also suitable for optical lenses, the DB 1196/S is offered in gray lenses with gold/black frames, blue photochromic lenses with gold/brown frames, anti-reflective mineral green lenses with gold/brown Havana frames, and brown lenses with gold/Havana frames.

October 2025