January 2014

New Perspectives

30th January 2014

Eyestylist launches the New Year anticipating excitement and innovations in eyewear and accessories during 2014. On the 1^st of each month, click on all our departments – Reviews, Boutiques, Designer of the Month and City Guides for creative and cultural inspiration. We post regularly throughout the month, bringing you international updates on luxurious, finely crafted specs and sunglasses, fashion and accessories, plus interesting style news and events. We wish all our readers and sponsors a joyous, healthy and creative New Year!

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The Elegance and Beauty of Natural Horn

30th January 2014

Sophisticated and Subtle Eyewear Excellence

30th January 2014 Men need look no further than the elegance and natural beauty of horn to make a distinct eyewear style statement. The richness and colour harmony of this luxurious material has fascinated eyewear creators since Horn was first used for frames in Germany in the 16th Century. Here are three superb examples that show the illustrious virtues of horn. Nature, conservation, and the appreciation of resources are in the genes of the Rolf Team, as they develop and produce amazing frames in their Tyrol atelier. Their horn creations are sculptural beauties elegantly crafted with finesse and precision. Majestic (above) is Pure Horn, created without metal or other additional materials. Horn is a highly sensitive natural product, and exactitude in its process is an absolute must. Pure Horn – pure perfection. www.rolf-spectacles.com

Working in beautiful, natural materials has always been keynote for Sven Götti at Götti Switzerland. When he started designing, his first frames were crafted in Horn. Blaze (above) is among the latest designs – a suave, gracious shape that artfully illustrates the gorgeous shadings and lovely, natural lustre that are inherent in horn. www.gotti.ch

Parisian based Amaury Cagniard is a newcomer to frame design, and he enjoys working in authentic materials – Horn being a special favourite. This contemporary two-tone handcrafted Horn frame (above Style AAE Horn) with its refined lines, expresses Amaury’s desire for details and uniqueness. www.amaury.eu.com JG

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Scoop International, London

25th January 2014

Exciting fashion + accessory labels, a stunning trade show!

28th January 2014 With a line up of British and international brands in womenswear and accessories, both established and emerging, London’s fashion trade show Scoop has become a must for buyers across the country. The event last week, held at the prestigious Saatchi Gallery and Phillips, was of particular interest to Eyestylist this year as we delve further into the world of emerging labels and creative independent brands in accessories and fashion – and there were plenty.

Personal highlights included meeting designer Ali Mapletoft at Age of Reason, the British luxury scarf label and big favourite here – www.age-of-reason-studios.com, and newcomer Anja Mury of the eponymous handbag label – www.mury.co.uk – these bags are inspired by the urban environment blending luxurious materials and cutting-edge design.

Other brands we spotted who we will continue to keep an eye on were jewellery designers, Kat & Bee – www.katandbee.com, Pearl & Queenie from Hastings, www.pearlandqueenie.com, Alexia Parmigiani, designer of luxury scarves – www.alexiafashion.co.uk (report coming shortly), Vanessa Tugendhaft Joaillerie – www.vanessa-tugendhaft.com – from Belgium, and London based jewellery brand, Pink Powder – www.pinkpowder.com.

Age of Reason - Surrender Pink Ship — Age of Reason – I Will Never Surrender Pink Ship Silk Scarf

For more on Age of Reason, see: https://www.eyestylist.com/2013/07/a-favourite-new-season-accessory/ For information on Scoop London (next showing from 13-15th July 2014), visit www.scoop-international.com. We’d like to see some sunglasses collections there in July. CN

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Dare to be Different!

24th January 2014

Men’s Eyewear Fashion Alert!

24th January 2014 Little by little, men are choosing to be more creative with their clothing, accessories and eyewear. They are discovering that they can experiment with new shapes and colours, and still feel very comfortable. Style and flair keynote this fine men’s frame (above) by Netherlands-based designer Susanne Klemm for Suzy Glam. SG Metropolis is crafted with the skilled sculpturing and bevelled details that are unique to Suzy Glam designs. Great colour too – Cedar – neutral with a touch of edginess. www.suzyglam.com

Ralph Anderl at ic!berlin has always dared to be different. His bold designs reflect Ralph’s love of modernity and technology. His latest innovation is to bring colour and sparkle to stainless steel – shown in Günther N (above). The intricate technical process is possible by applying an extra thin layer of crystals to the stainless steel, so there is a beautiful sheen that won’t tarnish or scratch. Paired with electric blue lenses, the result is striking! www.ic-berlin.de JG

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Elsa Schiaparelli Auction at Christie’s Paris

20th January 2014

Personal Collection of Legendary Designer in Landmark Sale

20th January 2014 The fashion luminary Madame Elsa Schiaparelli was at the heart of avant-garde ideas in 1930’s Paris. She was a collector, collaborator, friend and patron to many leading artists of the day – from Salvador Dali and Man Ray to Cocteau and Diego Giacometti. Icons of the Golden Age of Hollywood loved her designs – Marlene Dietrich was a client. The sale includes a dynamic combination of Schiaparelli’s fashion designs, as well as furniture, fine art and decorative arts. The vast collection – 180 lots are included in the sale – has passed by descent to Elsa Schiaparelli’s granddaughter, the model and actress Marisa Schiaparelli Berenson. “My grandmother was an inspiration and always has been, and now I think it’s very important for younger generations to know who she was, to have a taste of that wonderful world that she lived in, that she created, that she left behind her,” says Marisa, “and I think my grandmother’s personal belongings will inspire future generations; this is an extraordinary and fascinating legacy.”

Giacometti Lamp in Elsa Schiaparelli Sale at Christie's Paris — Giacometti Lamp in Elsa Schiaparelli Sale at Christie’s Paris

The diverse collection presents a veritable feast of fashion, artworks and objects that reflect their owner’s significant role as a taste-maker.Elsa Schiaparelli loved to entertain in her homes in Paris and Tunisia – the latter location frequently inspired her fashion collections. Yves Saint Laurent said: “Madame Elsa Schiaparelli was incomparable. There is no equivalent to be found. Her imagination knew no bounds.” The Personal Collection of Elsa Schiaparelli takes place at Christie’s in Paris on Thursday 23rd January. This very personal collection captures the essence of Schiaparelli’s unique style and vision. The full pre-sale exhibition is on view at Christie’s Paris, 9 Avenue Matignon through 22nd January. For more details visit www.christies.com JG

Top photo:’Bucking Bronco’ intricately beaded waistcoat inspired by Elsa Schiaparelli’s 1940’s trip to Texas. Both photos courtesy of Christie’s Images Limited 2014