An expression of the inspirations and references imbued in their designs and collections, Brazil’s no 1 artisan label for spectacles and sunglasses LAPIMA opens its first in-person store in São Paulo, Brazil. Located in the heart of the city, at CJShops, co-founder Gisela Assis describes the new store as “an extrapolation of LAPIMA’s essence, with a bold minimalist architecture.”
The spirit of Brazil’s Atlantic rain forest permeates the elegant interior. The inclusion of green peace granite is complimented by details in a warm copper hue inspired by the country’s rich terrain. Central to the interior, the Domino bench by the Brazilian designer Claudia Moreira Salles, gives a distinctive focal point while referencing the iconic shapes of Brazilian architectural landmarks.
LAPIMA is a luxury artisan label, created by husband and wife, Gustavo and Gisela Assis. The collection is made in the couples own factory in Campinas, outside São Paulo, by skilled artisans. Adhering to traditional spectacle-making tradition with technical precision and an avantgarde perspective, the designs focus on beautiful fine materials such as acetate and buffalo horn in a contemporary palette of natural and nature-inspired “Brazilian infused” colours. LAPIMA Shop, Rua Haddock Lobo, 1626, Sao Paulo, SP – BRAZIL www.lapima.com