April 2016

Luxury and Finesse – Silhouette Atelier

Exquisite craftsmanship, flawless materials, and timeless design characterise Silhouette Atelier – the company’s outstanding new luxury collection. Designs include wonderfully crafted frames for men  – in titanium and gold – and for women in 18k solid yellow, rose gold or white. Hand-selected diamonds and cabochon-cut gemstones add noble elegance. The frames are a fusion of art and life, and the philosophy of Austrian art nouveau, The Judgendstil. Flowing, graceful lines, impeccable details and traditional goldsmith and stone-setters’ techniques result in luxurious frames with uncompromising quality. (Top image: models wearing Silhouette Atelier at the Milan launch).

Silhouette Atelier GOO8 in 18K gold and diamonds
Silhouette Atelier GOO8 in 18K gold and diamonds

Silhouette Atelier G008 (above) expresses contemporary airiness in 18K gold with sixteen diamonds of various sizes – set with superlative precision – adorning the temples.

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18K gold and titanium unite in Silhouette Atelier G700
18K gold and titanium unite in Silhouette Atelier G700

For men, elegance and luxury are wed with 18K solid gold and titanium. Silhouette Atelier G700 is a  distinctive interpretation of timeless design. More on the stunning Silhouette Atelier collection at www.silhouette.com JG

Diskov by Grey Ant

A clouded clear frame with white gold hinges and sky blue flash lens, the combination has a true subtlety, creating a classic refinement on first glance with a twist of modern ingenuity. The innovative hinge fitting on the frame front of model Diskov, one of designer Grant Krajecki’s creative inventions, acts as a decoration, but as you move closer you realise the clever way in which the detail has literally been turned inside out. Diskov also comes in a pretty clouded gold or traditional black and the unique hinge design from Grey Ant features on several other models including the square model Blitz and oval style Kemp. All are “new found classics”. For more information on the New York label or to shop the collection, visit www.greyant.com For more on Grant Krajecki visit https://www.eyestylist.com/2014/07/grant-krajecki/ CN

Anatomy of a Collection

What devoted fashion follower wouldn’t love to roam in the archives of the Palais Galliera in Paris? Now the next best thing is possible. The Museum opens an exhibition on 14th May displaying a selection of garments with fashion and historical connections. The rich variety reflects the essence of the fashion treasures the museum has collected over the years.

Dress in Mousseline cotton worn by Empress Joséphine about 1805
Dress in Mousseline cotton worn by Empress Joséphine about 1805 Collection Palais Galliera Eric Poitevin/ADAGP 2016

Examples include items worn by Marie-Antoinette; Napoleon’s waistcoat; a dress belonging to George Sand; Sarah Bernhardt’s cape; an outfit by Givenchy for Audrey Hepburn; Tilda Swinton’s pyjama suit; and a dress from the Duchess of Windsor’s wardrobe – among other notable garments with historical associations.

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Givenchy two-piece dress for Audrey Hepburn 1966 Collection Palais Galliera Eric Poitevin/ADAGP 2016

Accessories are also included in this collection, and the identification with people who wore them further highlights these heritage pieces. Anatomy of a Collection is at Palais Galliera 14th May through 23rd October 2016. More info at www.palaisgalliera.paris.fr JG

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Top photo: Christian Dior by Yves Stain Laurent wedding dress for Geneviève Page 1959 Collection Palais Galliera Eric Poitevin/ADAGP 2016

Fine design at Die Brillenmesse Köln

Eyewear with design pedigree, fine craftsmanship and fashion flair prevailed at Die Brillenmesse in Cologne. Coordinators of the event, Nathanael Wenger, Dirk Geissmann and Steffen Keil were pleased with the event. Wenger commented: “The quality of the exhibition was very good; however, the 2nd edition of Köln had fewer visitors than expected. We are still a new show, and we want to make some improvements. We know that visitors like the concept and atmosphere, and we’d like to make little adjustments when we return next year. Perhaps we will change the timing, as we have discovered that the autumn events in Zurich and Stuttgart are so good. We are happy with the organisation and location in Köln.” Top photo: Andreas Ursprung designer Ursprung Swiss, Dirk Geissmann, designer Adrian Marwitz, Nathanael Wenger

Steffen Keil, designers Didier Voirol Metal Art Concept, and Stefan Flegl Wood and Cotton
Steffen Keil, designers Didier Voirol Metal Art Concept, and Stefan Flegl Wood and Cotton

Dirk Geissmann added: “The show has a relaxed, cool atmosphere where people can chat, see friends and talk about business. It’s not only a selling show – more like a platform to see the collections, interact and exchange ideas.”

Karin Stehr from Bellevue Boutique in Hamburg views the Orgreen Collection with Jörn Viegelahn
Optician and Boutique owner Karin Stehr from Bellevue Boutique in Hamburg views the Orgreen Collection with Jörn Viegelahn

Visitors were introduced to new brands, as well as established favourites. From Götti to Gabe, an emerging wood brand, Tarian to Thomsen Eyewear, the quality and diversity of the exhibitors impressed with their collections. Hall of Frames in Zurich is 2nd and 3rd October www.hallofframes.ch and the autumn edition of Stuttgart is 14th and 15th October. www.diebrillenmesse.de JG

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Style 515 Pollipo’

Going green to celebrate spring is beautifully expressed in a panto optical frame by Paola Costantini at Pollipo’. Springtime colours that she witnesses in “magical Roma” influence the Rome based designer: “We are always playing with colours,” she says. Style 515 is Italian crafted in April Green luminous acetate with a clean, fresh spirit. Click on www.pollipocchiali.it for the latest frames and accessories. JG