Sven Götti, Götti Switzerland
6th February 2012 “As a male designer, I find it easier to design an eyewear collection for men than for women. I can offset the wearer well and I can imagine in what shapes a man feels comfortable. Even if the forms now are greater for men’s glasses, the shape must never lose its masculine appearance. In women’s eyeglasses there are other laws – the shape can express more. The new large-scale forms in women’s glasses, I really like! They give the designer a lot of leeway. Men’s spectacles have definitely become a fashion accessory. And it is one of the few accessories that can really look great on a man. For each age, there are now great options for the fashion-conscious man, therefore, I am also convinced that in the future, glasses will have an important role in a man’s wardrobe. I have been designing men’s eyewear for over fifteen years. During this time, much has changed. Glasses have become much larger, and the retro style has become established. The trends change gradually, and not from one season to another.
We sell our glasses in over thirty-five countries, and I see that Italian men wear the most colourful spectacles, followed by Asians. I like subtle colour in men’s eyewear, but I think that the form and design should be the central element. Only then will the glasses be a durable and beloved companion. For men’s clothing, I like the Scandinavian designers like Filippa K, or Junk de Luxe. Simple designs with good cuts can be combined beautifully. I’m also a big fan of the French label APC.” www.gotti.ch JG
Photography: Gilles Stüssi