By Clodagh on May 1, 2013
Linda Farrow Collaboration
Cat eyes are still a leading shape in sunwear and this slim and very pretty one catches my imagination, with its special silver-coloured stud work on a thick curved scalloped ridge. This is a piece by Linda Farrow for Agent Provocateur, London’s luxury lingerie emporium.
The frame comes in 6 colours of which three are brights, such as the matt pink pictured here and two are pastels (dark blush or champagne with gold); there is also a more restrained black for a different style of event or a nice trans-seasonal choice. Available online at www.lindafarrow.com CN
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By Clodagh on April 1, 2013
Claire Goldsmith / CG Legacy
From the great granddaughter of legendary British label Oliver Goldsmith, Carters from the CG Legacy collection is a clean, good-looking sunglass style that just oozes quality and craftsmanship. Made in Italy, this is a bold shape for men or women – and its deep eye and chunky form is said to make it one of the most popular in the collection. Colours range from classic black to grey on blue sky, a clever two-tone pairing that is one of several distinctive signature touches by this young British designer. One classic to please many! www.clairegoldsmith.com CN
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By Clodagh on March 1, 2013
Paulino Spectacles, Portugal
Designer Ramiro Paulino grew up in an optical atmosphere in Portugal, and nowadays he endeavours to continue the tradition of fine spectacle making that is the family legacy. A fine example is Bernardo – acetate sunglasses with a glossy sheen, totally handmade. The elegant two-tone bronze/copper colouring gives the frame a quietly sophisticated appearance. www.paulinospectacles.com JG
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By Clodagh on February 1, 2013
Jeremy Tarian
Silmo D’Or winner Jeremy Tarian has just launched stunning new men’s frames, including this distinguished design – Newsstand. The bold, strong shape and beautiful tortoise acetate marquetry effect is highlighted with a bevelled bridge in crystal acetate. Contrasting both light and dark tones adds to the individuality of the frame. www.jeremytarian.com JG
Posted in February, Four, Reviews
By Clodagh on January 1, 2013
RVS by V.
Vidal Erkohen of RVS by V. is a colourist and loves the bolder colour stories and the unexpected results of pairing bright tones….I recently saw one of his new yellow sunnies but I also like this fluo-like colour. Made in Turkey, the RVS by V. sunnies are custom made and therefore you can choose a big colourful statement mirror lens to go with the frame colours of your choice. The signature matt finish gives an added potency to the colours available. Find out more at www.rvsbyv.com CN
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By Clodagh on December 1, 2012
Vera Wang
At Silmo, Clodagh and I were impressed with the sunglass collection by fashion and eyewear designer Vera Wang. Shown above is Miela – in three stunning variations. Italian acetates team with stainless steel – in a black and gold version; plus orange and cream; and my favourite, crystal with cappuccino. The distinctive nose bridge accent is a stainless steel metal clip. Handmade in Italy, the frames are chic and elegant – like Vera’s sought after clothing designs! www.kenmarkooptical.com JG
Posted in December, Four, Reviews
By Clodagh on November 1, 2012
Feb31st
Designed for men or women, Cygnus is an aviator by the young Italian label Feb 31st which produces trendy frames in wood. The frames are made up of 13 wood layers laminated together, and colour options are endless; you can even have lots of different coloured layers combined to create an exciting multicoloured effect. At present, the growth of wood labels is noticeable in the eyewear world and Feb31st is doing much to create a youthful natural collection that revisits the qualities of wood such as softness and lightness, while exploring its potential in colour. www.feb31st.it CN
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By Clodagh on October 1, 2012
Pierre Eyewear
If autumn or winter holidays to warm locations are on your agenda, Pierre Eyewear has festive frames to enjoy wearing for sunny expeditions. Shiny white polka dots on blue acetate, and the retro shape, definitely add zip and flair for under-the-sun activities. Ludo is just one of a stunning new range that Pierre Eyewear will unveil at Silmo. www.pierre-eyewear.com JG
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By Clodagh on September 1, 2012
Leisure Society
Elegance, refinement and luxury epitomize this beautiful design from Leisure Society. Precious materials – an 18K gold frame and buffalo horn temple inserts – create an exceptional eyewear concept that is graceful, and exudes subtle, charismatic chic with its lovely matt and gloss two-tone effect. Titanium and acetate accentuate the side pieces. The colours are luxurious as well — Gold/tortoise (above) plus silver/black and silver/smoke. Further details at www.leisure-society.com JG
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By Clodagh on August 1, 2012
Tortoise Trends by l.a. eyeworks
Tortoise is an all-time favourite, and it’s lovely to see that it is enjoying a fashionable renaissance. l.a. eyeworks has done a marvellous interpretation of tortoise with Big Wheel – an epic play of marble against tortoise. There is a feeling of volume in the design, yet a minimalist aura prevails as well. The high quality acetate ensures a frame of fantastic quality and beauty. www.laeyeworks.com JG
Posted in August, Four, Reviews
