2011

Magpie

Seaside Glamour from l.a. Eyeworks

Surf and Turf is the colour name for this lovely new frame from California based l.a.Eyeworks.  Fashion forward eyeglass wearers are flocking to butterfly shapes this summer, and Magpie is ready to take flight! I haven’t tried on this frame, but years of experience with l.a.eyework designs, assures the wearer of perfect fit, and this particular frame is beautifully crafted in luxurious acetate. Magpie is scaled to accommodate petite to medium size faces.  However, l.a. Eyeworks perfect handling of shape and line creates the illusion of a much larger frame, making Magpie youthful, lifting, smart and modern.  A frame that instantly updates summer fashions! In addition to the seaside tones of Surf and Turf shown above, Magpie is available in delicious shades of Iris Fade and Cherry Bomb, and Kettle Korn and Tortoise Berry Split.  www.laeyeworks.com JG

Nicolas

Ocean Blues from Pierre Eyewear

21st July 2011 The sea has many colour moods, and Pierre Eyewear captures the stunning blue of the Pacific in this glossy acetate frame. A classic rectangular shape is enhanced with subtle boldness, giving the design a deluxe mix of modern and retro.  Fine craftsmanship, handmade from French artisans, adds to the natural beauty and uncluttered features.  An excellent selection of Pierre Eyewear is available at Optique des Entrepreneurs, 39 rue Entrepreneurs 75015 Paris +33 (0) 1 45 78 03 61. For additional information: www.pierre-eyewear.com JG

Autumn trends 2011

I have just started researching the autumn trends, and I came across some images produced by Wolfgang Proksch that set a mood of more autumnal fashions and a slightly 60s feel, a decade which is to have a comeback for A/W 2011/12.

The Proksch frame which is already out in the shops is a retro style also with a ’60s spin, yet the sculptured curve of the acetate and the nosebridge brings it right up to date.  This German designer has worked for many eyewear labels in the past and launched this new line at Mido in March this year. Photography by Mark Mainz (www.markmainz.comCN

Wolfgang Proksch – www.pmd-eyewear.net Wolfgang Proksch frames are available in the UK at Niche Optical Tailor, Glasgow  www.nicheopticaltailor.co.uk See images from the shoot at www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYE5fyRm1xQ

One to watch: Struktur

Statement styling by new French label

17th July 2011 I was recently introduced to the French label Struktur by Seamus McClintock of McClintock Eyewear in Covent Garden (www.mcclintock-eyewear.co.uk). Struktur has been created by young French designer Hugh Poillerat. Handmade in a small company in Auxerre, France, the frames offer high quality and exciting patterning and colours and each one makes a special statement. We will be following this guy…more on Struktur coming up soon! The only London stockist I know of so far for this label is McClintock Eyewear. CN

 

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Alexandre Gilbert Management Consultant, Paris, France

15th July 2011 “I think I’ve always worn Rayban sunglasses (Alex, photographed above with Paco, in Rayban style 3211), I don’t remember that I’ve ever had any other brand! When I look for glasses, I start with style, then quality, then price.  As a Management Consultant, I wear suits every day for business meetings. However, for evenings and weekends, I like casual, very casual clothes – jeans and a t-shirt, that’s it! If I could be dressed by a favourite designer, it would be Hugo Boss – I actually love his clothes.” JG