2011 | Eyestylist

Trend alert: the iconic cat eye

4th April 2011

Terry by Face à Face

The catseye has been a major success this season, and it’s still right up there. I have a special fondness for this shape as it was the first interesting spectacle shape I wore when I started to report about frame design some 12 years ago. Face à Face has presented me with this marvellous retro cat shape today which oozes elegance…the extra touch I love is the charming little 1950s inspired metal insert on each side of the front which catches the light. There are plenty of ‘cats’ around at the moment but the quality ones such as model Terry here are a delight. For more styles by this Parisian eyewear design company visit the website www.faceaface-paris.com CN

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Solan

4th April 2011

Julbo Eyewear

11th April 2011 The same family has run this distinctive French brand since 1888. Julbo Eyewear focuses on technical innovations, and their children’s collection of fine quality sunglasses takes into consideration the delicacy of young eyes. Double injection Polypropylene is soft and supple, and quality, shock resistant lenses and a wraparound shape insure perfect protection with Solan, shown above. Little adventurers will like the soft touch of the material against their skin, and parents will be delighted that the frames offer comfort, and stay put on little faces! www.julbo-eyewear.com JG

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Aviator (M03 and M03b)

1st April 2011

Zoobug Sunglasses

I’ve had the privilege of knowing Dr. Julie Diem Le and following her career from the start in 2006. In the intervening years, the company she founded, Zoobug, with its range of high quality children’s glasses, has won several prestigious awards, including a Silmo D’Or. As an eye surgeon, she understands that youngsters need sunglasses that protect young, vulnerable eyes. This dashing aviator, shown here in pink, is also available in green, blue and gold, and is available in two sizes, for 3-5 year olds and 6-12 year olds. Made in Italy, in hypoallergenic stainless steel with flex hinges, and polycarbonate UV 400 lenses, these frames possess safety and style features that appeal to parents and kids. Zoobug frames can be purchased online at www.zoobug.com JG

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EK 5055

1st April 2011

EK Emmanuelle Khanh Junior Collection

During the 1970’s, French designer Emmanuelle Khanh beamed into the fashion limelight with her superb ready-to-wear clothes, accessories and the most exciting, super-sized frames. Her devoted fans included Jane Birkin and Catherine Deneuve. Ms. Khanh has subsequently retired, but her tradition of glamorous, edgy frames lives on for adults, and luckily, now for children as well. The EK Junior Collection includes both optical and sun styles, with the model above inspired from frames beloved by Mum and Dad. Beautifully hand-crafted in France in silken acetate, this bold rimmed design is certain to be a favourite with young fashionistas. The frames can be purchased online at Little Fashion Gallery www.littlefashiongallery.com for more information: www.emmanuellekhanhparis.com JG

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Style 48 Junior Chic

1st April 2011

Linda Farrow Luxe Kids

London based Linda Farrow is known for her exquisite accessories with vintage flair. Now she brings the same creativity to LF Luxe Kids frames for boys and girls, in luxury materials including 24k gold, and the flexibility of spring hinges. These super-retro sunglasses in smooth acetate with shatter proof lenses, are an exact translation from an adult style, crafted to fit small faces. The mink and white gold colouring is sure to please youngsters who like to follow trends. LF Luxe Kids can be found at Go British (www.go-british.com), and at L’Eclaireur in Paris (www.leclaireur.com). www.lindafarrow.co.uk JG