The eyewear label joins forces with Floran Polano, a master’s student at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, Antwerp
The Belgian eyewear designers theo have teamed up with fashion designer Floran Polano to create the larger-than-life frames, inspired by Polano’s graduation collection at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. The frames were 3D printed and reflect the poetic, melancholic tone that the designer wanted to create, bringing to life his design philosophy “constructed beauty” in womenswear. According to the eyewear company, such a collaboration offers a rare opportunity for “transformation and critical reflection.” Above: Polano collection and eyewear / photo by © Sieme Hermans
Floran Polano has already attracted attention in the fashion industry. In 2o24 he appeared on the cover of Vogue China and Numero Netherlands. He previously received the Artos Award for his innovative approach to fashion design.
The designs by Polano are on view at the Fashion Academy Graduation Show, June 2025. For more information visit www.theo.be and @floranpolano on Instagram. To find out more about theo on www.eyestylist.com visit https://www.eyestylist.com/2025/06/theo-collaborates-with-floran-polano/
All imagery provided by kind permission of the photographer + theo.be. Photography by Sieme Hermans