August

Sara

Paulino Spectacles

A super newcomer to eyewear that I am following carefully, Paulino Spectacles has a number of cool looking acetates (high-quality from the Italian specialists in acetate, Mazzucchelli) and I have picked out this one which demonstrates a few things of note. First, I like the combination of transparent blue with a more grainy wood-like neutral toned acetate…the horizontal two-tone front is a massive, massive trend this year (and next), but this one is done in a careful way so it seems that the colour is graduated. As they say themselves, their spectacles collection pays particular attention to the changing tones and luminosity of acetate.  It is a very delicate colour proposal and I wish that I had the right complexion for it! Paulino Spectacles are based in Portugal and you can read more about them here: http://paulinospectacles.com/paulino_en.html CN

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August edition: looking forward

 

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It may be holiday time but we are gearing up for Autumn/Winter 11/12…we kick off this month with some of the trends coming up…and 10 unique frames in our Reviews Section which are perfect for the transition from summer to autumn. We’ll be starting to give advice on the best colours, patterns, shapes and influences in fashion and how they translate in eyewear. And of course lots of other special reports and new discoveries in Design and Inspiration, City Guides and Boutiques.  CN

Catherine TF200

Tom Ford Eyewear

Tom Ford is a man of talent and style, and his glamorous eyewear is a stunning example of those qualities.  Catherine, shown above, showcases Ford’s signature inspirations with a wide, cross-front architectural design in metal, a double bridge, and gradient lenses. The voluminous shape is dramatic, and shields the eyes from harsh sunrays. Modern and style setting, this design expresses Ford’s commitment to elegant minimalism and refinement. Tom Ford eyewear is available in London at 36 Opticians, 36 Beauchamp Place, and Fenwick’s on New Bond Street.  Further information at www.tomford.com JG

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Fluffer

Chrome Hearts

I confess to a passion for voluminous frame shapes, so Fluffer is definitely a design with great appeal – I loved it the moment I saw it. The details are intricate – it’s a classic retro shape, with a 3-dimensional titanium punch-out frame front.  The “floating” lenses are securely held in place with nylon wire.  Leather simulated enamel inlays accent the top portion of the frame front above each lens.  A sterling silver barrel with the Chrome Hearts “plus” motif marks the point where the temples make the transition to Tegu leather – the hide from a Tegu lizard. The end-tips feature the Chrome Hearts motif in sterling silver.  Fluffer possesses distinguished characteristics. For further details, visit www.chromehearts.com JG

Volta

Anne et Valentin

French label Anne et Valentin have an exceptional ability when it comes to combining colours…their acetate and metal designs often include two tones or a play on transparent/solid colour contrasts. Volta is a really classic shape in acetate, turned into a more eccentric or exuberant frame through the clever use of high quality tortoise with a fresh shade of pink….bright refreshing pops of colour are on-trend and very desirable in fashion generally. This style is a very strong example of how this translates in eyewear. CN

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