The 3rd edition of the Scandinavian trade event, Copenhagen Specs, organised by Morten Gammelmark, took place last weekend in the Lokomotivvaerkstedet on the outskirts of the Danish capital. A strong attendance from local and international exhibitors ensured a buzzing atmosphere and plenty of inspiration for buyers travelling to the show; we met Scandinavian opticians as well as British and Dutch optical retailers, who had made the trip to enjoy a weekend away in the design capital.
Exhibiting for the first time in Denmark, Italian artisan label Hapter reported an “intense show” and a very warm welcome. The brand showed its new TXTL001 and RBBR001 designs which offer unique textured finishes exploring references to the mountains with interesting textiles and rubber materials worked into the frames. www.hapter.it
We were impressed to see US brand SALT Optics in Copenhagen, exhibiting their extensive new line, with fine metal and acetate styles featured. Jackie is one of the models in the Spring/Summer collection – the legendary eyewear shape has been given a slight makeover, resulting in a very refined and soft, feminine, rectangular lens shape. www.saltoptics.com
Sustainable brand Dick Moby from the Netherlands showed their M49 bio-acetate 100% biodegradable frames which feature CR39 lenses by Zeiss. www.dick-moby.com
Danish newcomer Falvin Eyewear was one of several Scandinavian representatives at the fair. The label is achieving rapid international recognition for its modern titanium frames, designed by jewellery designer Birgitte Falvin, and meticulously handcrafted in Japan. www.falvineyewear.com
The trip to Copenhagen also allowed us time to visit some of the city’s leading optical stores including the Orgreen flagship store – www.ørgreen-kbh.dk – and Optiker Poul Stig Briller in Frederiksberg and at Østergade 24 – www.poulstigbriller.dk.
For more information about Copenhagen Specs, visit www.copenhagenspecs.dk CN