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Eyewear art: Mes Bozyeux

15th July 2024

Chris Galha, the creative designer behind Mes Bozyeux works with mixed media – new, recycled and vintage materials – to create original colourful, flamboyant design pieces for homes and interiors, inspired by the human eye and heart…

Eye-catching, bold and full of colour and flamboyant detail, each design piece by Mes Bozyeux is unique. Working from a natural cement base, the pieces come to life as the artist adds layers of colourful, luminous texture…with pieces of polished blown glass, crystals, chandelier pendants, porcelain, leather, fine stones, showers of seed beads, handmade ornamental jewellery, and even natural feathers. Above: in France, Mes Bozyeux are gaining recognition with optical retailers as decorative pieces for their stores…they have also featured in the consumer press and Gala magazine – the creations are available in different designs and colours – according to particular inspiration and colour themes

Handmade from new, recycled and vintage materials: the designer imagines how each piece will be eye-catching, surprising – and a beautiful way to brighten every day

According to the designer, her passion for representing the eye or the mouth in art has been a long-term fixation: “I have always drawn them. Since childhood, I have always nurtured a vivid imagination and a thirst for learning and discovery, naturally gravitating towards the beauty that surrounds me.

Architecture, art, beautiful books, decor, design, haute couture, flamenco, haute pâtisserie, gastronomy, jewellery, photography, music, nature, vintage, and a love for Italy are all tremendous sources of beauty, emotion, and endless inspiration for me, enriching my curiosity, sensitivity and zest for life!”

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Find out about the latest eye-inspired art works by Chris Galha at her website www.mesbozyeux.com and @mesbozyeux_objetsdeco on Instagram.

This feature was written by Clodagh Norton exclusively for Eyestylist.com

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Independent eyewear : Colour Clash Capsule by Tree Spectacles

4th July 2024

Embracing the power and uplifting allure of colour

Inspired by the philosophy of minimalism and contemporary artistic movements, Tree Spectacles combines an alluring set of colours in its new Colour Clash Capsule, an eye-catching, small-batch special edition designed for summer 2024 release. The frames have been conceived for eyewear enthusiasts and connoisseurs who seek an exciting, colourful frame with a powerful visual impact – produced with finesse according to the traditions of “made-in-Italy”. Above: close-up showing the dazzling effect of three bright tones combined, fuchsia and lilac with aqua blue

Midas by Tree Spectacles: in dark red, light grey with a pale tone of rust

“Colour, with its ability to evoke emotions and communicate without words, lies at the heart of our Colour Clash Capsule Series”, explains Marco Barp, Co-Founder, Tree Spectacles. “Each shade is carefully selected, not only for its visual beauty but also for its ability to create harmony and contrast within the overall design. Like brushstrokes on a canvas, the colours blend delicately to create a wearable work of art…”

Two classic shapes – the rectangular Midas and Vedra styles – which are existing bestsellers in the Italian brand’s collection, are featured in this line. Their clean lines and luxury finishing – thanks to the use of high-quality Italian acetate by Mazzucchelli and Japanese stainless steel, harmonize with the interplay of unpredictable and “clashing” colours, creating frames that can be perceived as a form of self-expression, enhancing and flattering the wearer’s gaze.

Tree Spectacles is known for its curated eyewear collection with models designed for men and for women. The brand has developed a distinctive, minimalist design style with frames crafted from beginning to end in Italy according to traditional and new and innovative techniques for the different elements and details of each frame. Find out more at www.treespectacles.com

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Smart glasses: Even Realities and G1 Digital “Panto” Glasses

3rd July 2024

Eyestylist Exclusive – The G1 Digital Glasses are described as the first pair of everyday-wear smart glasses that “uncomplicate life”

Launched end of June 2024, the new G1 Digital Glasses by Even Realities – the first product by the new company – represents a new direction in wearable technology, integrating advanced digital features (viewed on a virtual display) into everyday eyewear, designed with a desire to create a much more sleek and style-oriented product than has been seen before in the category. Evolving beyond the current state of play and a smart glasses category that has tended to offer bulky and over-featured designs with AI companions that lack practical functionality for everyday use, the Even Realities team say that the G1 Digital Glasses can be seen as a new product nexus, prioritising wearability and usability.

“The G1 helps redefine the way people interact with technology,” said Will Wang, Founder of Even Realities. “Our vision is to enable users to see what matters in the merge of digital and physical realities, all while staying connected to the world around them.” Above: the new G1 Smart Glasses by Even Realities, launched just days ago

G1 Digital Glasses – a lightweight, state-of-the-art panto design with a suite of digital features viewed on a green monochrome display (above)

The G1 frame is lightweight, produced in premium materials such as magnesium alloys and a sandstone coating. Its adaptive temple support is made with hypoallergenic titanium alloys and silicone parts, offering a velvety feel. Available with either prescription or non-prescription lenses, the G1 can also be transformed into sunglasses with a clip-on, making them versatile for indoor and outdoor use.

The G1 Digital Glasses are powered by Even Realities’ own UI, Even OS. Its key features include the Translate for real-time spoken language translation, the Navigate for integrated turn-by-turn directions, and the Teleprompt for an AI-powered virtual teleprompter, aiding in speech and presentations. The QuickNotes and Reminder features can enhance productivity by allowing users to capture notes hands-free, and view instant messages and upcoming events without needing other smart devices. The G1 also works with LLMs like ChatGPT, further extending its functionality. A noteworthy feature is the rechargeable battery which provides, according to Even Realities, 2-3 days of battery life on a single charge.

The high-tech smart product has been designed by a team with a broad spectrum of expertise in optical display technology, optometry, design and manufacturing. They include Will Wang, CEO and Founder, who has a background in consumer electronics, Nikolaj Schnoor, Principal Strategy Officer and Philipp Haffmans, Principal Eyewear Designer. For more information visit: https://www.evenrealities.com/en-GB/company

This feature is an Eyestylist Exclusive published on 3rd July 2024 / Written by Clodagh Norton

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Swedish eyewear – EOE Eyewear: new photography released

27th June 2024

The company known for its stylish, high-quality, avantgarde sustainable glasses has shot a new portrait campaign with Pelle Lannefors

The campaign features shots of mother and son duo Ursula and Aaron Wångander wearing EOE frames – including the made-to-order Stone Collection by EOE Eyewear. Ursula Wångander is a stylist and model and is an iconic figure in the Swedish fashion scene.

Among the frames worn by the duo are pieces from EOE’s Stone Collection, one of particular interest and style, combining timeless frame styles with “nature’s raw jewellery” in the form of precious stones sourced in Swedish Lapland. The stones featured include stunning amethyst, smoke quartz, and pyrite – placed with jewellery techniques to embellish temples. Above: Ursula Wångander wears the cat eye style Ogjort by EOE Eyewear – Photography by Pelle Lannefors

Aaron Wångander wearing EOE Eyewear / Stone Collection – Photography by Pelle Lannefors

The summer campaign, which features a series of portraits, was shot by Pelle Lannefors and their wildposting campaign seen around Stockholm featured collages of the images made by Roeland Vanheesbeke.

Find out more at https://eoe-eyewear.com

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Sunglass trends: summer’s bold and colourful looks

3rd June 2024

In sunwear, the choice of glamorous shapes and colours is particularly enticing this season, as a desire for self-expression – alongside safe, high-quality UV protection, continues to drive creativity and an individuality of style

While some say the season’s apparel was about playing it safe, sunglasses this season are served up less discreetly, as the ideal opportunity to add effect, drama, humour, or an individualised expression of style. Enter a whole host of oversized and sculptural shapes – including square, geometric, oval and cat eye, with some tremendous detailing – sometimes subtle and sometimes over-the-top – and a fascinating colour story which is extremely broad, and bursting with exciting colours to enliven any outfit. Above: model Rose Sun by Jisco – the Spanish eyewear brand – is an elegant, oversized square-shaped sunglass style, offered in four colourways – with sun lenses in eye-catching contemporary hues, www.jiscoeyewear.com

Lapima – Lisa in “daisy yellow” – a light, zesty citrus tone

Brazilian label Lapima brings audacious notes of brightness to their collection in models like Lisa, a distinctive rectangular acetate design with thick rims that have a handcrafted “sculpted” finish. The new yellow tone that has been introduced for several models in a limited edition is said to offer an expression of “celebration and vitality, a toast to the summer of ’24!” www.lapima.com

Zaiku 1 by FACE A FACE – a playful concept from the Parisian eyewear brand

The Zaiku 1 by FACE A FACE – in the Japan Now! collection – is inspired by the Yosegi-zaiku “parquet work” – a type of traditional marquetry which resembles a mosaic – and is most well-known for its use in creating Japanese puzzle boxes. The frame combines this influence with a gorgeous combination of several bright and intense tones and transparent coloured acetates. www.faceaface-paris.com

Marni by RSF – Magneticus in the colour “lazuli”

The unisex Magneticus frame at Marni is a bright spark in their new collection for summer: the butterfly shape has a rounded lens design and a 1950s inspired twist in its detailing. Thick temples feature distinctive forked tips while the overall structure is full of character with its sculpted look and natural custom finish. www.marni.com

Odd Fruits by Gigi Studios – the Citrus sunglasses

Tones of bright pink, yellow, red and orange are all part of the mix in the Spring/Summer sunglass collections. The Odd Fruits collection by Gigi Studios has based its colour palette on some of them, inspired by unusual exotic fruits and their beautiful tropical or citrus variations. www.gigistudios.com

theo’s Suprematisme is a striking multicoloured sunglass (unisex) with an artistic theme

In theo’s new Artisme collection, the sun models such as Suprematisme are like miniature artworks, with complex structures, unusual shapes and saturated colour schemes with striking patterned sections, all combined together for the most creative and eye-catching “denouement” to accessorise the eyes! Find out more about this new artsy collection from the Belgian design label at www.theo.be