Boutiques

The Italian optical retailer was the winner of the brand’s window display contest – the prize was to develop a unique collaboration frame with the Barcelona brand

Italian independent optician, Ottica Rizzato has presented its unique frame, created in a collaboration between Gabriele Cavedon, owner of Ottica Rizzato, and Claudia Brotons, Kaleos’ Creative Director – and designed in Barcelona.  Produced in a limited run of just 10 pieces, the frame blends a classic, unisex shape with unique details. A bold colour scheme is inspired by trencadis – the vibrant mosaic technique found in many of Antoni Gaudi’s works in Barcelona. Above: Exterior of Ottica Rizzato, Marano Vicentino, Italy and the window, inspired by the minimal Kaleos showroom in Barcelona

The frame is designed to reference the spirit of Barcelona, echoed in the luminous shades and irridescent reflections of the sunglasses. Designed as collectibles, each piece comes with a custom case and an exclusive mini guide to Barcelona, which highlights the places which were central to the development of the KALEOS x Ottica Rizzato concept frame. Find out more about Ottica Rizzato and the new release at www.otticarizzato.com

A third store has opened in Fukuoka, Kyushu

MYKITA has opened a third store in Japan this month in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s largest city. The shop is located in the brand new One Fukuoka Bldg., and has been designed to reflect the city’s balance of heritage and modernity in its interior concept. Traditional araidashi-finished walls and a custom marble-glass counter nod to retro influences, while the spacious layout and clean architectural lines speak to a minimalist, contemporary aesthetic. Verdant greenery is also a feature of the interior. As in all MYKITA stores, the space is anchored by the MYKITA WALL—a bold, modular display showcasing the brand’s full range of optical and sun collections. Vitors to the store can expect a comprehensive eyewear experience with high-end optical services powered by state-of-the-art ZEISS technology, the company adds. www.mykita.com

Ateliers Baudin was founded in 2016, drawing inspiration from the artisanal know-how of the Jura region. Describing itself as a custom eyewear workshop, the store is located at 38 Rue de Penthièvre in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, where the glasses are made and sold on-site….

Based in the heart of one of Paris’ most lively districts, this small team of eyewear experts offer a service for bespoke handmade eyewear, produced according to each individual’s prescription and distinctive needs, both practical and aesthetic.

United by a passion for custom-made design and craftsmanship, the team is currently led by Mathieu Jacquet, a trained optician, who learnt the art of spectacle-making through an internship alongside ‘Meilleurs Ouvriers’ (MOF) de France in Morez in the Jura. After struggling to find eyewear that he truly liked—both in terms of style and fit for different facial shapes—he decided to create his own frames. At Ateliers Baudin, he welcomes clients to the workshop, conducts eye exams, designs each model, and oversees the entire manufacturing process. Above: example of handmade oval sunglass by Ateliers Baudin

“Our philosophy is to put craftsmanship at the service of excellence—whether optical or aesthetic. Every frame we create must be both technically flawless and visually harmonious. We don’t compromise on comfort or beauty. What inspires us are precise gestures, noble materials, and the belief that a beautiful object can transform a gaze—both literally and figuratively….each face, each morphology, each preference pushes us to create differently. We never quite know how a frame will begin: sometimes it’s a detail in the gaze, a brow shape, or a word exchanged that sparks the idea. It’s this element of the unexpected and the custom-made that makes our work come alive…” Ateliers Baudin artisan team

The designs are produced in fine quality materials and typically cellulose acetate and horn; each sheet is carefully selected for its depth, hue, or transparency. In terms of style, the frames are based on a timeless foundation of curves and proportions, the team explained. “However, each design evolves from the dialogue with the client: depending on their desires and personality,” they added.

According to the makers, their handmade pieces stand out because they have hand-finished volumes, which capture the light. “And the subtle details make all the difference,” they emphasised.  “The craftsmanship is exquisitely precise, with each frame perfectly complementing the contours of the face, as if it were a delicate drawing that naturally integrates, offering an aesthetic extension of the eyewear itself.

Since 2016, Ateliers Baudin has done several product collaborations including special edition buffalo horn sunglasses for the British luxury company, Holland & Holland.

38, Rue de Penthièvre, 75008 Paris, France. Find out more about Ateliers Baudin at www.ateliersbaudin.com

An exclusive collection of asymmetric optical works in a limited edition of 50 pieces only, “designed to rebalance the distortions and irregularities of everyday life”…. Matteo Cibic has launched his eyewear collection this month in a unique installation, displayed at Punto Ottico Humaneyes, Piazza Meda, Milan (4th-13th April 2025)

As part of MiArt and Milan Design Week 2025, Punto Ottico Humaneyes announces a spectacular limited edition eyewear collaboration with renowned designer Matteo Cibic, created as a true expression of his dreamlike vision.

To celebrate the launch, the Punto Ottico Humaneyes store in Milan, Italy has been hosting a special installation by Cibic, designed to transform the space into an immersive experience. The store is hosting an exhibition of exclusive works by the designer as well as the eyewear, reflecting Cibic’s distinctive design, stylistic language and eclectic talent. Above: Matteo Cibic at Punto Ottico Humaneyes, Milan

This initiative is part of Milan Design Week as a meeting point between design, art, and craftsmanship, highlighting Punto Ottico Humaneyes’ commitment to exploring and promoting new aesthetic expressions in the eyewear industry.

About Matteo Cibic / Matteo Cibic (b. 1983, Parma, Italy) is a groundbreaking trans media creator who uses his craft to explore the world and imagine utopian futures. Through his sculptural practice, he imbues everyday objects with a soul and personality, treating them as personas that bridge the gap between the animate and inanimate. For over a decade, he has conducted “a sociological research about colours and objects,” investigating how they shape our daily lives. One of his most iconic projects, VasoNaso, exemplifies his fusion of humour, creativity, and rigorous experimentation with ceramics. For Cibic, even the slightest shift in form can suggest an entirely new species, sparking a playful yet meaningful exploration of evolution and diversity. Find out more about the artist and the exhibition at: www.puntoottico.it / www.matteocibicstudio.com

Images provided courtesy of JDO Eyewear and Punto Ottico Humaneyes. All rights reserved.

SunGod’s first UK store opens on Henrietta Street in London

The independent sports eyewear brand, SunGod has opened their first store in Covent Garden in London. The brand, which was first launched in 2013, has created the store or “basecamp” to inspire deeper connections with its community and reaffirm its status as a ‘challenger’ sports eyewear brand – making waves in the eyewear industry and beyond. Events are planned for the new space in London, including athlete and ambassador events, run clubs, customisation experiences, product tests and more.

About SunGod From crowdfunding ‘start-up’ in 2013, SunGod has grown into a community-built, globally recognised eyewear brand. Through their lenses and actions, sustainability and community are woven into the brand’s DNA. As a certified B Corp™ and 1% For The Planet member, with carbon-neutral products and operations – plus a Lifetime Guarantee on every product – SunGod has been committed to sustainability from day one. In recognition of these actions, they were awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Sustainable Development in 2023 (UK). Today, SunGods are worn by elite athletes and teams around the world who range from WorldTour cycling teams like SD Worx and the INEOS Grenadiers, to globally recognised names such as England Cricket and McLaren F1 Team. For more information visit www.sungod.co