Retrospect Expands New Ones

Eco Eyewear has expanded its Retrospect collection with 6 new models, offering the perfect blend of timeless design and innovative sustainability. These 6 new additions to the range combine the lightness of biobased injection material with the classic look of acetate frames. Designed with classic aesthetics in mind, the new models are available in a wide range of stunning colors to suit every style. Wren, which has a special square form for women, stands out with its black, pink and light green tones.

January 2025

Dutz Celebrates 20 Years

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Dutz Eyewear kicks off the new year by presenting its Spring/Summer 2025 collection, which honors craftsmanship, creativity and trendsetting design. The new collection features a dynamic selection of frames that effortlessly combine individuality and bold aesthetics with timeless sophistication. Inspired by contemporary art, nature and the latest fashion influences, the collection reflects Dutz Eyewear’s dedication to redefining eyewear fashion. Each model reflects Dutz’s dedication to quality, creativity, color and trend-forward thinking.

January 2025

Dilem Gets Inspired by Pop Culture

France-based Dilem has presented its new collection inspired by pop culture, expressing a unique and colorful universe. Combining avant-garde design and comfort with anti-allergic MPM inserts and flexible hinges, Dilem promises a comfortable wear all day long, and has ensured lightness with the choice of high-end materials such as titanium. For enthusiasts of pop culture and pop style, ‘une réplique, un refrain’, meaning ‘a line, a refrain’, is engraved on the inside of the temple.

January 2025

Graham Cutler Series Expands

Cutler and Gross presents the latest additions to the timeless Graham Cutler collection, perfectly matched to the brand’s iconic silhouettes. Rooted in the legacy of the Knightsbridge store founded in 1969, the collection presents three new optical designs this season that masterfully combine form and function. The vintage-inspired frames embrace modern elegance, with keyhole-shaped bridges and intricate milling features. The new GR09, GR10 and GR11 frames epitomize Graham Cutler’s vision of blending technical precision with refined taste to deliver eyewear that is as stylish as it is functional.

January 2025

Blackfin Unveils Prometheus

Blackfin is proud the unveil Prometheus, an iconic design marks the beginning of a new era in sophisticated elegance. Drawing its name from the Titan of Greek mythology who gifted fire to humanity, the Prometheus’ front is sculpted from a single block of titanium using advanced three-dimensional milling techniques, achieving micrometric precision. Aluminum rims, also milled from solid, provide depth and structural integrity, seamlessly merging with the titanium front. Every surface of Prometheus is painstakingly hand-polished to highlight its intricate details.

January 2025

Bausch + Lomb Acquires Biosciences

Bausch + Lomb acquired Whitecap Biosciences, which is developing two innovative treatments for glaucoma and geographic atrophy, considered an advanced form of age-related macular degeneration. According to the announcement, the acquisition aims to strengthen expanding clinical studies. Dr. Yehia Hashad, Vice President of Research and Development at Bausch + Lomb, said: “We are focused on significantly improving the current standard of care. For these two serious problems, Biosciences’ investigational medicines show real promise in slowing vision loss and perhaps even improving vision.”

January 2025

Arıkan’s Brands Salute 2025

Quantum, Belmond, Lee Cooper and Slazenger brands under Arikan Group present their winter 2025 collections. In Quantum’s new series, titanium material, known for its lightness and durability, is at the forefront. Inspired by Japanese style, the brand offers asymmetrical designs and stylish wooden temple details. Belmond’s 2025 collection combines femininity and elegance with touches of gold for fashion-conscious women. Made of titanium, the new models combine cat-eye forms with special details. Lee Cooper draws attention with sporty and dynamic designs in the 2025 collection. Round frames and vibrant color palette reflect the energetic spirit of the brand, while the clip-on models, the star of the collection, prioritize functionality. Slazenger pushes the boundaries of sporty elegance with its 2025 collection. The collection emphasizes durability with geometric frame designs and metal materials, while offering an eye-catching style with contrasting color harmonies. Designed especially for eyewear lovers with an active lifestyle, the new models combine a modern look with functionality.

December 2024

Arıkan Group Ends 2024 Successfully

Arıkan, one of the strong brands of the eyewear industry, completes 2024 with successful events and important meetings. Acting with the motto ‘Win with Us’, the company continues to lead the sector both in national and international platforms. Arıkan took part in Silmo Istanbul Optical Fair, one of the most prestigious fairs of this optical community, and introduced its new collection to industry professionals. Arıkan Group also came together with its business partners at the Eyewear Summit organized between November 28 and December 1 and reinforced its strong ties. Arıkan presented a strong vision for the future of the industry by introducing its ambitious 2025 collection at these events. Looking to 2025 with hope, Arıkan aims to continue earning for its business partners with innovative designs, quality materials and modern lines. Each design of the brands within Arıkan Group is meticulously prepared to meet the needs of both business partners and end consumers.

December 2024

Lacoste’s Special Designs for Men

Lacoste presents the men’s sunglasses and optical eyewear models selected for the Fall/Winter 2024 advertising campaign featuring Arthur Fils, an up-and-coming French tennis player and Lacoste brand ambassador since last season. The L6046S, a modified rectangular men’s sunglass from the Line collection, is characterized by its sharp and contemporary frame crafted from premium acetate. The metal trim on both the end pieces and the temples is embellished with a green enameled line reminiscent of the iconic Ribbon. Featured in the Fall/Winter 2024 ad campaign in striped brown, but also available in black/Havana, dark/Havana, sand/Havana and striped khaki, the model is complemented by a metal Crocodile on the temples. Lacoste’s optical eyewear model for men, L2302, stands out with its metal, aviator-shaped front and double bridge that provides both a stylish and vintage-inspired look. The bridge, end pieces and acetate temples feature a green enameled line reminiscent of Lacoste’s iconic Ribbon and a metal Crocodile pattern on the temples. The model is available in gold, matte black and silver.

December 2024

Lacoste Introduces Its New Women Models

Lacoste unveiled the women’s sunglasses worn by tennis champion Venus Williams in its Fall/Winter 2024 advertising campaign shot in the south of France. Combining high quality, trendy and feminine shapes, the frames offer a new interpretation of the brand’s dynamic and sophisticated approach. Lacoste’s unique heritage is further enriched by striking details such as the iconic Crocodile symbol and embossed monogram pattern. Equipped with Eastman Tritan™ Renew lenses, the bold cat-eye sunglasses L6047S feature a fashion-forward, feminine construction with an Acetate Renew front and wide bio-injected temples. The brand’s iconic Crocodile symbol appears on the exclusive gold metal detailing on the stems, elegantly embellished with an embossed monogram texture. Featured in the Fall/Winter 2024 ad campaign in sand, the model is also available in black, Havana and burgundy.

December 2024