By Clodagh on May 17, 2013
17th May 2013 The very pale pinks have to be one of the most tempting choices for summer. We saw two of these three alluring styles at the last eyewear exhibition in Milan, as well as a variety of other soft pastel tones; as part of an outfit, these pretty shades will mix just as well with muted neutrals or a splash of bold colour. Bocca 2 from Face à Face (above) combines delicate rose pink with white arms designed as ‘legs’ wearing matching pink heels…decadent and chic, it’s a cat eye of the highest order that will provide lasting enjoyment. www.faceaface-paris.com
Chely by Sunday Somewhere, Australia
From Sydney’s Sunday Somewhere, a label that will be just two years old in August, comes the Chely, a generously proportioned design that has made it from Oz to my desk this week. It’s a headturner with its clean, sturdy design and very shiny translucent finish. I like the attention to detail – pretty resin-coated Italian gradient lenses, engraved with the Sunday Somewhere “SS” offer safe UV protection, even under the Australian rays. www.sundaysomewhere.com
Another Day by Andy Wolf, Austria
Another Day by Austria’s Andy Wolf is a super, round handmade shape that has bright flashy mirrored lenses coordinating with the pastel colour of the frame. It’s another example of the label’s dedication to high-spirited fashion and it’s one for those with a series of chic summer parties and music festivals booked into their diaries. www.andy-wolf.at CN
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By Clodagh on May 15, 2013
Mondelliani sunglasses arrive in London
15th May 2013 For a taste of the Mediterranean and in readiness for Summer, head to the prestigious jewellery store Kirsten Goss London on Holland Street. The shop is hosting a special, one-month-long pop-up for the Rome-based independent sunglasses label Mondelliani, who produce elegant sunglasses in exceptional Italian acetate. Bright, bold and beautifully crafted exclusively in Italy, the collection is inspired by the unique and joyful colours and moods of the Mediterranean and the Aeolian Islands near Sicily. Each model is fitted with quality Zeiss lenses with elegant tints that match or contast with the colours of each design.
Blocks of bright colour: Alicudi Sunglasses, Eolie Collection
Salina Sunglasses, Eolie Collection by Mondelliani
Kirsten Goss London is a specialist accessory destination stocking unique labels such as Urban Edge, Bete Noire Jewellery and Gina Foster Millinery. For more on Mondelliani Glasses visit: http://www.eyestylist.com/2012/11/eolie-collection/
www.mondelliani.it www.kirstengoss.com
Kirsten Goss London, 29 Holland Street, W8 4NA.
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By Clodagh on May 14, 2013
…Available online!
14th May 2013 Sunglass variations abound this season – and here we feature two designs that you can shop for immediately online via Eyestylist…click on BOUTIQUES to place your order!
British brand Fan Optics launched last year, and their frames take inspiration from old English regional names. Ailen, meaning made of oak, is luxuriously fabricated in amber toned acetate (above, Ailen in tortoiseshell). Handmade crafting ensures fine detailing and superb quality. www.fanoptics.co.uk
Gatsby Inspiration: Peace and Love by Christian Roth
Christian Roth captures the spirit of summer, the luxurious mood of The Hamptons, and the feel of “The Great Gatsby” with Peace and Love (above). The pearl acetate frame is highlighted with a sunny yellow trim on the lenses – both front and inside – and a whimsical touch of green and yellow on the end tips. Cool and refreshing! www.christian-roth.com
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By Clodagh on May 10, 2013
A stylish illusion by Grey Ant
10th May 2013 This label knows how to do things differently. Proof comes in this one-of-a-kind sunglass style, ‘Inbox’, designed in tortoise – and a gorgeous ivory – with smart silver (or gold) flash lenses -four to be precise. The illusion of a 1950s frame built into a much larger pair of lenses is unusual, quirky and, in our minds, an admirable achievement. The styles are designed in New York and made in Italy in small quantities; they are available worldwide from the Grey Ant online store. Overall, the collection offers a new take on tradition, with the additional promise of quality in the design and making; take a closer look at www.greyant.com and see their celebrity favourite, The Foundry, featured here: http://www.eyestylist.com/2012/05/my-favourite-sunglasses-5/ Now available in London at Liberty’s. CN
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By Clodagh on May 7, 2013
Sunglass Glamour from Vera Wang
7th May 2013 Harmony, beauty and style are the foundation of the superbly elegant fashion and eyewear designs from Vera Wang. She has an innate feeling for movement in beautiful fabrics, and in the fine crafting of eyewear materials. Two designs are particularly luxurious – Meila (above) in Italian acetate and stainless steel. The voluminous shape is highlighted with a metal clip above the nose bridge.
Aldora – Crystal Elegance by Vera Wang
Another of our favourites is Aldora – a refined, sleek design in crystal acetate. Crystal against the dark lenses has an aura of mystery and surprise – a definitive diva design! www.kenmarkoptical.com JG
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By Clodagh on May 1, 2013
Super Sunglasses For Youngsters
1st May 2013 These delightful girls are fashion savvy – and protecting their young eyes wearing Zoobug sunglasses. Created by eye surgeon Dr. Julie Le, the Zoobug sun range features beautiful eyewear for youngsters with fine crafting and marvellous colours. Above, on the left, style ZB in Fluo-Pink is lively and bright for summer days. On the right, this young miss wears the enchanting Daisy – in Pink-Pearl.
Zoobug Daisy – cool, unique and fun!
The Zoobug Daisy has an exciting history – this original flower-shape frame was created in 2006, and won a Silmo d’Or accolade in 2008. The design is a Zoobug classic in their trend-setting collections, and is now available in lovely pastel tones…so get ready, get set and get summer! www.zoobug.com JG
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By Clodagh on April 29, 2013
With last year’s great response to our Vintage Edition, Eyestylist celebrates April 2013 with added fashion lore and vintage style.
Visit REVIEWS featuring iconic labels with vintage-inspired designs. Click on Boutiques and peruse Belgian destinations for innovative shopping.
CITY GUIDES offers an outstanding exhibition of Haute Couture. Travel with Eyestylist this month for classic vintage and more.
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By Clodagh on April 29, 2013
Designs With Retro Heritage
29th April 2013 Vintage is an international language – witnessed here with two retro inspired designs created in far-flung countries – Australia and Hungary. From “down under” Jono Hennessy’s Rad Grad makes a strong vintage statement with its finely crafted shape in elegant crystal and black acetate. www.jonohennessy.com
Tadashi by Vinylize in Hungary
Vinylize in Budapest endorses the vintage theme with this sleek cat eye design, Tadashi, created from vintage vinyl records. The gentle shaping highlights the natural grooves from the records. Unique! www.vinylize.com JG
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By Clodagh on April 26, 2013
A story of ongoing innovation
26th April 2013 We have been given access to another fantastic archive for this month of vintage celebration on Eyestylist. The Austrian eyewear company, Silhouette has a very rich past, and a number of statement pieces such as the design classic above from the 1974 Futura Sunwear collection – now very collectible and sought after – and model 500 from 1978 (see below). This is the first time I have had a chance to have a look at these Austrian-made styles through the years, and many more that have played their part in the development of eyewear into a fashion accessory. Silhouette was created in 1964 by Anneliese and Arnold Schmied and today remains true to its roots both in terms of the Austrian production and its appetite for innovative, hi-tech design. The company became well-known for its lightweight frames and rimless designs in the late 1990s, and its commitment to these qualities which became the preferred choice of frame for astronauts travelling to space.
PAST: Model 500 by Silhouette, 1978
This year the company is celebrating another new launch for its lightweight eyewear concept, Titan Minimal Art, in the form of The Icon. We have tried and tested these feather-light minimal frames (there are specs and sunglass versions available), which are made of titanium and SPX, much like the first frames in the Titan Minimal Art series, designed by Gerhard Fuchs and launched in 1999.
PRESENT: The Icon, Silhouette
Created in Linz, Austria, each Icon style is made in a detailed process that includes high-tech processing and handcrafting and in total, more than 200 steps. The designs aim to be youthful and easy for all faces, and are consistent with the original Titan Minimal Art concept, with focus on the reduced weight, a minimal almost non-existent frame, flexibility and hingeless and screwless design. The styles strike a clever balance in terms of premium quality, practicality and price and there is an almost dizzying choice of colours from modern brights to classics such as gold or black. For more information and virtual try on visit www.silhouette.com. Images courtesy of Silhouette Eyewear. CN
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