May 2013
14 posts
Seraphin Vintage Icon Series: Classic Look Full of... →
Characteristically demonstrating a noteworthy tribute to retro boldness, Seraphin introduces three all new styles inspired by time honored looks from the mid 19th century. Dashing round lenses are paired with a quaint saddle bridge in the Niles, and brow bar emphasis comes to life in the revamped 1950’s-inspired profile, the Griggs. Touches of glossy acetate combine with intricate titanium...
Max Mara 2013 Eyewear Collection →
The new Max Mara sunglasses and optical frames for Spring/Summer 2013, reflect a perfect balance of timeless style and fashionable details enriched with a glamorous touch. The new sunglasses are inspired by the most famous locations in the US, such as New York and Miami: the House’s new models have a magnetic, fascinating personality, and are embellished with elegant details recalling the brand’s...
Jimmy Choo 2013 Eyewear Collection →
The new Jimmy Choo eyewear collection for Spring/Summer 2013 celebrates the brand’s luxury spirit, with its contemporary and sophisticated sunglasses and optical frames. Iconic details, unique inserts and soft nuances give a sensual, modern elegance to the new eyewear models, perfectly in line with Jimmy Choo’s accessories: animal prints, leather inserts, glittering details and ultra-feminine...
Pierre Cardin 2013 Eyewear Collection →
The new Pierre Cardin eyewear collection for Spring/Summer 2013 denotes a sophisticated style and reflects the inspired blend of French originality and Italian creativity for which the celebrated brand is renowned. The new sunglasses and optical frames feature geometric lines and precious jewel-like detailing, which lend a distinctive, unique flair to these models.
PC 8375/S These women’s acetate...
Gucci 2013 Eyewear Men’s Collection →
The Spring/Summer 2013 Gucci eyewear collection for men is an expression of vintage flair with sophisticated modern notes. Innovative and precious materials give elegance and distinctiveness to the new sunglasses and optical frames
Mod. GG2226/S The iconic metal aviator sunglasses are the perfect combination of classic design and Seventies inspiration. The front is embellished with a unique...
CARRERA by Jimmy Choo Eyewear Capsule Collection... →
Carrera, a leading brand of Safilo Group and the iconic luxury fashion brand Jimmy Choo are proud to announce an agreement for the design, production and distribution of an exclusive capsule collection of Carrera by Jimmy Choo sunglasses.
The collection will blend the eyewear expertise and bold attitude of Carrera with the epitome of style and glamour which is Jimmy Choo in a range of unique...
RAEN and Fred Segal Team Up For Limited Edition... →
RAEN and Fred Segal have teamed up for a limited, 25-piece collection. Inspired by the classic shapes donned by James Dean in the 50’s, RAEN fused its top-selling Squire frame with rare, European Mazzucchelli acetate found on a past trip in 2012.
“While visiting one of our factories, we were given unlimited access to the vault holding rare and vintage acetate previously not available to...
China’s Baidu Developing Digital Eyewear Similar... →
Baidu Inc, China’s largest search engine, is developing prototype digital eyewear similar to Google Inc’s Google Glass that will leverage Baidu’s strengths in image search and facial recognition, a Baidu spokesman said.
Internally known as project “Baidu Eye”, the glasses are being tested internally and it is not clear whether the product will ever be commercialized, said Kaiser Kuo, Baidu’s...
Juicy Couture Spring/Summer 2013 Eyewear... →
The Juicy Couture Spring/Summer 2013 collection of sunglasses and optical frames draws inspiration from the brand’s accessory collection, celebrating its appealing, ultra-fashionable and playful design.
Mod. JU 538/S and mod. JU 539/S These glamorous, feminine and oversized cat-eye shaped sunglasses in acetate feature a front accented with a grained texture offering a vibrant interplay between...
Eight Artists For Atelier Persol →
The excellence of the production process becomes art. This is the subject of the new “Atelier Persol” advertising campaign, featuring eight internationally acclaimed artists. Different talents from the fields of photography, music, dance, design, and less conventional categories like spray painting were invited by Persol to take part in an original challenge: reinterpreting one of the values in...
Do Your Patients Have Digital Eye Strain? →
Fewer than 1 in 5 adults have heard of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), but it could be something that’s affecting your patients eyes. Do your patients enjoy spending time surfing the internet or playing games on their smartphone, but do they sometimes find their eyes feel dry and tired, or their neck aches after a long period in front of a screen? This is known as CVS or digital eye strain.
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Filtrate Eyewear Announces Re-Signing of Dylan... →
“We couldn’t be more excited to have Dylan on board! He is such a good ambassador of the brand and suits our image perfectly,” states Filtrate Team Manager, Matt Smith. Matt continues by saying, “Dylan is the perfect balance of surf-turkey and surf-scene socialite.” After having a solid year on the WQS, and getting a win at the Bud Light Lime Surf Series, Dylan continues to show relevance in an...
April 2013
32 posts
Match Eyewear Introduces New Danny Gokey Sunglass... →
Match Eyewear’s introduction of Danny Gokey Sun at Vision Expo East was not only the debut of a new collection but also a new target audience for the brand – the sun wear line is designed for both men and women.
Though originally launched as a men’s collection, the Danny Gokey ophthalmic models have always had a strong female following. Credit the contemporary retro styling, the continued...
The McGee Group Introduces The Latest from... →
The style and sophistication of the art deco movement are brought to a fashionable climax in the most recent eyewear styles from Boutique by Totally Rimless. TR 195, TR 196 and TR 197 incorporate the geometric elegance of 1920’s fashion, art and architecture through epoxy colors, jeweled stone accents and angular eyeshapes. With adjustable nose pads and spring hinges for a sure fit, the latest...
Mercedes-Benz SS2013 Eyewear: German... →
Mercedes-Benz eyewear, a brand under the premium portfolio of the Munich-based Rodenstock, epitomizes the pinnacle of German craftsmanship, tradition and quality.
The German eyewear manufacturer has once again imprinted these brand values skillfully in the latest eyewear and sunglasses collection of the successful licensed label. The legendary Mercedes star – wrought in the traditional coin...
ClearVision Optical Wins InHOWse Design Award For... →
ClearVision Optical recently received an InHOWse Design Award for the design of its Marc Ecko Cut & Sew cleaning cloths.
This highly selective and well-regarded national competition, sponsored by HOW Magazine, recognizes outstanding creative work produced by individuals and groups within corporations, associations and organizations. ClearVision won a Merit Award for the cleaning cloths.
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L’Amy Announces Launch of New Models From The... →
L’Amy America, a division of global eyewear group TWC-L’Amy, announces the worldwide launch of 17 new models from the Columbia Eliminator polarized collection. With legendary features such as “H90” featherweight frame technology and Eliminator lenses that block 99.99% of reflected glare, the new collection exemplifies Columbia’s core values of outdoor, long-wear comfort and performance for men and...
The Latest Orvis Optical Collection From The McGee... →
Orvis eyewear combines authentic style, craftsmanship and quality to capture the spirit of Orvis’ storied outdoor tradition. The latest additions to the Orvis eyewear collection combine quality and comfort for the professional, mature man who respects tradition. Offering two distinct looks, Sawnee and Kennesaw feature masculine design elements that will fit an outdoor lifestyle.
Sawnee Sawnee is...
Marchon Signs Licensing Deal To Manufacture and... →
G-Star RAW announced a licensing deal with Marchon Eyewear, Inc. The license will grant Marchon the rights to manufacture and distribute eyewear collections under the G-Star brand. The first deliveries will be effective from October 2013.
G-Star is the modern denim brand. Its philosophy has always been “Just the Product” with a focus on denim craftsmanship and innovation. G-Star originated the...
Siempre Verde Launches The Madera Collection: Wood... →
In perfect time for spring, Siempre Verde launches a new line of sunglasses and prescription eyewear that links environmental awareness and passion for design. With its direct Spanish translation to “forever green”, Siempre Verde aims to rally support for worldwide environmental efforts.
“It came to us a natural idea to combine our love of nature with our products by offering sustainability in...
New Face of Silhouette Eyewear—Patrick Dempsey →
Between his role of Dr. Shepherd, a neurosurgeon, in Grey’s Anatomy and his participation in the next 24 Hours du Mans, Patrick Dempsey is the new face of the Austrian brand Silhouette.
Present at the official launch of Silhouette “An Icon for an Icon” at MIDO (Milan) on March 4th, Dempsey said lightness, comfort and style have always been the qualities he is looking for in glasses. The actor...
L’Amy America Introduces Bally of Switzerland... →
L’Amy America introduces Bally of Switzerland’s first luxury eyewear collection to North America with a rich offering of both sunglasses and ophthalmic frames, for men and women. Targeting the Asian luxury market, the new collections will offer a perfect and comfortable universal fit.
The new range captures the aesthetic of Bally’s accessory and ready-to-wear collections whilst reinterpreting the...
Emporio Armani Eyewear SS 2013: Impeccable and... →
The Emporio Armani Eyewear collection is true to the concept of impeccable but always youthful and fresh Emporio Armani style. Glasses that are both modern and refined thanks to the carefully designed rubber details and the unique finishes. The colour range is extensive: more sober hues are joined by light-hearted and lively pastel and metallic tints combined with mirrored lenses.
EA4011 The round...
New Ophthalmic Frames From Jimmy Crystal New York:... →
A&A Optical announces the release of several new ophthalmic frames from the women’s luxury collection: Jimmy Crystal New York. The Jimmy Crystal designer eyewear collection is comprised of striking limited edition pieces reminiscent of a collector’s item. Each style is unique and special, featuring hand set Swarovski elements. Jimmy Crystal New York was established in 1991 and is renowned for...
April Is National Sports Eye Safety Month Across... →
It’s estimated that 40,000 Americans receive eye injuries while participating in sports every year. This is a sobering statistic, especially considering that studies have shown that 90% of eye injuries could have been prevented simply by wearing protective eyewear. These are just some of the reasons why Wiley X, Inc. continues to support Sports Eye Safety Month, an annual effort each April to...
Harley-Davidson Eyewear Introduces Six New Styles... →
Viva International Group introduces six new styles for men from the Harley-Davidson® Eyewear Spring 2013 collection, which reflect the distinguished quality and workmanship of the Harley-Davidson® brand. Each style evokes the masculinity, yet trend-driven quality of the Harley-Davidson man, while delivering a unique mix of fashion-forward styles.
Premium materials, including titanium, offer...
Mykita Eyewear Draws Inspiration From Jeff Koons... →
For Spring 2013, Mykita eyewear drew inspiration from a particularly artistic crew: Jeff Koons and Erwin Wurm. The two new frames, titled Egon and Emil, feature sculptural elements that these contemporary artists are known for.
Emil
Egon
“It was the voluminous and sculptural form of the glasses that made us think of the artwork and associated them with the works of Erwin Wurm and Jeff...
John Varvatos Celebrates 10th Annual Stuart House... →
John Varvatos celebrated the 10th Annual Stuart House Benefit, presented by Chrysler, at his Los Angeles boutique. The March 10th event, hosted by Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, took over Melrose Avenue and Robertson at the heart of West Hollywood and raised more than $900,000 for Stuart House – UCLA’s internationally recognized model program serving sexually abused children.
The event’s...
New Styles From Zyloware Eyewear For April 2013 →
Exciting new Zyloware Eyewear releases for April 2013. New styles are featured from the Sophia Loren, Stetson, Daisy Fuentes and Etched by Zyloware™ Collections.
BR 59 Known for its statement-making elegant eyewear, the Sophia Loren Beau Rivage® Collection releases the striking BR 59, which does exactly that. With a full rim metal front, open metal endpiece and stunningly designed metal plaque...
March 2013
42 posts
Eastern States Eyewear Announce Exclusive American... →
Eastern States Eyewear is proud to announce that they will begin the exclusive American distribution for L’Wren Scott.
“This will be our company’s 75th Anniversary,” explained ESE President Paul Shyer. “It is an honor to celebrate such a cherished date in our company’s history with the distribution of such an esteemed brand in L’Wren Scott. It is also with equal pleasure that we have the...
Liberty Sport Adds Two New Designs To The F8... →
F8 Street Series, the top selling collectible F803 Sports Protective frames series will be introducing two new designs to the collection. The collection was launched in 2010 with six authentic designs inspired by a fusion of sports performance and street art. Since that time, four new additional designs have been integrated into the assortment, rounding out the total to ten available skus. This...
