New participants and favourite brands will be presenting their latest collections at Die Brillenmesse in Cologne 23rd and 24th April. The venue – Dock One situated on the historic banks of the Rhine – offers visitors an opportunity to see independent designer offerings in spacious surroundings, and a welcoming, pleasant atmosphere. Elegant selections in genuine horn, fine titanium and luminous acetate will be shown by Götti Switzerland, including Quentin (above). Slim titanium – both polished and brushed – and a chic panto shape result in design sophistication and finesse. www.gotti.ch
Style and technology merge in new optical frames that are constantly evolving with beautiful designs for men and women. Kettenanlegeplatz by Coblens (on the female model above) features a voluminous shape; however, it is a featherlight frame and extremely comfortable to wear. Timeless design is reflected in Edward by Danish brand Orgreen (male model) in a contemporary shape expressed in titanium. www.coblens.de www.orgreenoptics.com
French designer Jérémy Tarian fuses eyewear and art in his gorgeous sunglass creation – Opera. Crafted in lustrous purple acetate with matt metal trim, the glamorous shape is a Limited Edition stunning statement design. View more of Tarian’s art-nspired sunglass and optical frames at www.jeremytarian.com
From classic design to bold interpretations, ic! berlin has unique designs that are part of the Crew Collection. At ic! berlin, everybody gets into the act and art of frames, and the Crew Collection is a testament to the people who work at the company. New optical and sunglass designs range from super slim frames to statement oversized sunglasses – including the bravado design (above) of Harry S with mirrored lenses. www.ic-berlin.de
Making their debut appearance at Die Brillenmesse is Swiss brand einSTOFFen. Django (above) is a remarkable mix of Walnut Burl, white birch and titan. Delicate in appearance, yet strong and sturdy, the design is elegantly relaxed. In the background, Tropenforscher sunglasses – uniting Italian acetate and the beauty of ebony wood. www.einstoffen.ch
Also making a first appearance at Die Brillenmesse is Thomsen Eyewear from Denmark, who will be presenting their elegant ONE collection. Morten Thomson and renowned Danish goldsmith Flemming Bo Hansen worked in partnership to create the incredibly light designs from a single piece of surgical stainless steel. The handcrafted collection includes Copenhagen – an ultra slim frame with a double bridge – a stunning example of simplicity and functionality harmoniously intertwined. www.thomseneyewear.dk
Mark your calendars for a weekend of eyewear discoveries at Die Brillenmesse 23rd and 24th April, in a perfect platform – Dock One in Cologne – to view independent eyewear creators. www.diebrillenmesse.de JG