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SILMO Paris 2025: J.F. Rey

24th September 2025

The French eyewear company continues the celebrations for its 40th anniversary with a new collection, a tribute to the brand’s heritage and commitment to design innovation

The premium collection, presented as an expression of creative heritage, craftsmanship and innovation, reveals a particular character across the styles, with distinctive aesthetics and constructions achieved by means of exclusive technological advancements. The style of the frames is carefully rooted in the DNA of the J.F. Rey design style, with familiar iconic shapes taking on new characteristics and a subtle mix of premium materials and carefully curated colours. Above: bold sunglasses shapes are characteristic of the collection at J.F. Rey for the new season

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J.F. Rey – JF3114 – a subtle gradient colour effect

Highlights at SILMO Paris will include the SLEDGE series, with men’s models characterised by a bold statement design style, uncompromising robustness, and innovative technologies. For women, the collection offers a more sensitive and accessible approach to premium eyewear design, with shapes to suit all faces. The gradient effect is the signature of the new season (see JF3114 above).

J.F. Rey – JF3135 – distinctive acetate patterns are a typical feature of the collection

Colour and combinations of colour remain a key area of focus, with subtle metallic effects, original contrasts, and deep autumnal shades featured. At the Paris show the brand will also unveil “select wood veneers” in the Carbon Inside eyewear range, a creative approach to materials which pays tribute to the pioneering spirit of the brand. Find out more at www.jfrey.fr

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3D printed eyewear as a creative language: Paloceras releases Hydroceras

23rd September 2025

The new 3D printed edition captures water in motion – with two colourways

Today Paloceras introduce Hydroceras, a limited edition conceived as liquid frozen in time. Shaped through digital sculpting, algorithmic design, and additive manufacturing, Hydroceras channels the sensation of flowing water, held still long enough to be worn.

Two versions of the frame are launching, Hydroceras Cryosea (pictured above) – a colourway described as a translucent blue inspired by frozen oceans and the crystalline flow beneath their surface. Noctyra, in translucent grey, evokes liquid at night, a shade that hovers between clarity and disappearance. The team say that behind the technology lies the work of experienced designers and optometrists who have refined the designs for precision and wearability.

Hydroceras by Paloceras launches today – colour Noctyra

Alexis Perron-Corriveau, Design Director of Paloceras, said: “With Hydroceras, we wanted to shape eyewear as if it were a living current. It is about capturing movement, yet holding it still long enough to be worn. The process has been a dialogue between algorithms, materials and the discipline of optical design.”

Collaborating designer Paris Koutsavelis added: “Each frame begins as a sculptural idea, modelled by hand before being translated into high definition printing. My background in both design and optics keeps me searching for a balance between organic curves and industrial precision. Hydroceras is a step towards eyewear as a true extension of identity, not just an accessory.”

Find out more as the Limited Edition drops on the website at www.paloceras.com – at 1800 CET today.

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Trending in eyewear: SILMO Paris 2025

15th September 2025

SILMO Paris 2025 has much in store for those who seek the latest eyewear trends and innovations. Amongst the independent eyewear makers and designers, new directions rooted in fine craftsmanship, detail-oriented expression and complex colour stories look set to create a spectacular eyewear stage…

SILMO 2025, taking place from 26th to 29th September 2025 at Paris Nord Villepinte, returns with the promise of exciting events, exclusive showcases, and a diverse lineup of eyewear exhibitors (expect to find over 900!), including leading companies, independent brands and emerging talent. Attendees can look forward to the launch of multiple new collections and innovative products that will offer a glimpse into “tomorrow’s trends” and key directions for Autumn Winter and 2026.

The organisers have announced this month that the event will place the spotlight on the future of optics with the launch of the a brand-new space entirely dedicated to artificial intelligence and smart eyewear, called the Tech Village. Building on the success of SILMO Next, this new hub, featuring 20 companies, is designed as a unique meeting point between research, technology, and professional practice. We expect other key talking points to include sustainability and developments in new materials, ongoing demand for luxury and authentic craftsmanship and advances in segments such as 3D printed eyewear produced on demand.

The Silmo D’Or awards will be announced during the popular Gala ceremony on the evening of Saturday 27th September at the Gabriel Pavilion in central Paris. The shortlist was published on 15th September, and includes for the independent eyewear category – Creative Designers the following nominations: Sunglasses – Eyewear Designer: ALBERT DUVAL with XC7 – NUIT; BRETT EYEWEAR with SPEC.01; DESIGN EYEWEAR GROUP with Super Tactic – Woow; DESIGN EYEWEAR GROUP with Flare – Face à Face; and RES REI EYEWEAR with Nocturne B94. Optical Frame – Eyewear Designer: VICTOIRE D’AQUI with Clem / Galaxie; ATELIER ARTHUR SARDO with Rotative Upside-Down; DZMITRY SAMAL with Luc; YOSHINORI AOYAMA with YA-002; LUCAS DE STAEL with « Zeppelin 27. The independent eyewear brand ROLF is also nominated in the Optical Frame Category (for Eyewear Makers) – see below, while Ørgreen Optics has been shortlisted for the category ‘Technological Innovation in Eyewear’. The Italian brands BLACKFIN and LOOK have been shortlisted for the categories Sunglasses – Eyewear Maker and Children respectively. (For full details of the nominations visit the SILMO Paris website).

Above: TAVAT Eyewear is one of many independent eyewear brands returning as an exhibitor to the SILMO fair – SOUPCAN by TAVAT Eyewear: one of the Italian brand’s signature designs just keeps on evolving. Each frame is made in limited batches by artisans, in modern materials such as surgical stainless steel and the highest quality acetate – www.tavat-eyewear.com

Trending in eyewear: oval shapes – a classic example from Lafont Paris – model Tulipe

Lafont Paris have several special highlights instore for the event including a new release of their historic optical model Tulipe, a fine example of an oval shape – now trending in eyewear. Lafont Paris balances the beautiful elegance of their handcrafted “Made in France’ designs with a careful attention to quality, comfort and ease of wear, down to the last detail. www.lafont.com

Premiere Wood Frame by ROLF – made in the Tyrol – nominated for a SILMO d’Or

Rolf has been shortlisted for a Silmo d’Or with the Premiere wood frame, crafted from hand-selected veneers that are milled, layered and refined through many different stages. The frame features the patented FlexLock hinge which is screwless, lightweight, and maintenance-free. “Each frame undergoes strict quality control until the natural material is transformed into a distinctive, one-of-a-kind piece” the company explains. The frame is nominated in the new ‘Eyewear Maker’ category. www.rolf-spectacles.com

Rimless eyewear: HOET Couture will show new unique rimless styles with a bold identity

HOET Couture will unveil its newest collection of haute couture glasses — a striking line of rimless designs. These styles are characterized by their feather-light feel yet remarkable strength, and an aesthetic that embodies the essence of refinement. Rimless, yet far from invisible, each piece is elevated with sophisticated detailing and the unmistakable HOET signature — making them instantly recognizable. Find out more at www.hoet-design.com

French eyewear focusing on craft and quality: Maggio Eyewear – model Brigitte in colour “Salins” – informed by the colours of St. Tropez’s Plage des Salins

Julia Maggio’s stunning eponymous collection of frames and sunglasses is inspired by southern light, contemporary design and consistent, highly accomplished craftsmanship. The new collection – Endless Summer – draws on her childhood memories in Saint-Tropez and Ramatuelle. She celebrates a discreet and sunlit Saint-Tropez — the quiet mornings in La Ponche, the artists in retreat, and an ageless elegance — a suspended summer, far from clichés. Endless Summer is a collection of sunglasses with a timeless, free-spirited allure. The oversized, sensual frames pay tribute to the icons of the 1960s and 70s — Romy, Jane, Brigitte — while embracing a distinctly modern vision. www.maggiojulia.com

70s design inspiration: Wenke by Götti Switzerland

Götti Switzerland have just announced the release of two new styles which will be on show at SILMO: Wenke and Waid. The two designs are informed by 1970s trends whilst offering contemporary colour combinations featuring delicate pastels and transparent nuances. Soft, elegant tones of olive, mocha and soft pink are featured. www.gotti.ch

A new collection by HAPTER, launching in Paris

Under the direction of JDO Eyewear, HAPTER is to launch their new “BONE” Collection at the show. This artisanal eyewear collection, made entirely in stainless steel, reveals minimal, light, essential silhouettes. The line, which features 12 models, represents an evolution of the quiet dialogue between artisanal craft and industrial tradition that HAPTER explored in its early years. Together with CORE, the signature steel and rubber collection by HAPTER, BONE traces the anatomy of presence, two parts of a whole, defined by balance, intention and quiet innovation. www.hapter.it

Horses by PRESS Eyewear – from the Punks Collection – produced in 8mm Mazzucchelli bio acetate, made in Japan

PRESS Eyewear’s focus on fine materials with which they can create new finishes, exceptional colourations and clever detailing – always looking at how to innovate further for exciting results -, will be a further highlight for those seeking premium handcrafted eyewear at the show. Alongside the PUNKS collection, which pays tribute to the bold style of impactful music eras, the brand promises new luxurious designs produced in very exclusive small-batch editions. Find out more ahead of the event and see some of the latest designs at www.presseyewear.com

Diffuser Tokyo is “one to seek out” at SILMO Paris 2025

For eyewear accessories, returning to SILMO this year is Diffuser Tokyo, a Japanese accessories brand with a vast collection of beautifully made designs – from storage pieces to display items, chains and cord retainers, this collection delivers a wonderful variety of designs in exciting premium materials and lovely colour palettes. See their full range in advance of SILMO at www.diffuser-tokyo.com.

For further details and registration visit www.silmoparis.com. Check in on Eyestylist’s Design and Inspiration page for the next weeks for exclusives and updates on what’s launching at the Paris show and beyond: www.eyestylist.com

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Swedish eyewear brand EOE Eyewear launch ‘Novel Frames’

7th September 2025

The Northern Swedish eyewear brand launches a line inspired by literary works

In true innovative spirit, Swedish eyewear brand EOE Eyewear has created their new designs to reflect literary works in original ways. The collection features select silhouettes adorned with quotations from texts by six renowned northern writers, weaving the storytelling into the designs. Each frame is inspired by natural forms and earthy colour palettes, with exquisite tones such as pine and amethyst, light bark and smoke.

The collection is divided into two series, a base collection reflecting timeless elegance with a minimalist spirit, and a limited special edition which showcases inlays and sculpted words and quotations from the featured writers. The result is a collection aesthetic which invites the wearer to see the world through the lens of literature unique to the geographical location where EOE Eyewear has its origins. Above: Sadek by EOE Eyewear – this frame is created in bio acetate and features a temple core with engraved pattern inspired by a mountain range – a reindeer horn detail appears on the temple tip

Swedish eyewear brand – EOE Eyewear – frame Balaliden, featured in black with gold text

Balaliden in the Novel Frames series is a tribute to Stina Stoor, an author from the far north of Sweden, whose lyrical prose is rich with local dialect. Stoor was born and raised in the village of Balaliden which is in Vasterbotten country (Bjurholm Municipality). The words “Se! Se här! Se Då!” appear on the temples in gold (translating loosely “yes yes see that…) adding a glamorous and at the same time surprising final touch.

EOE Eyeweare SKELLEFTEÅ – bio acetate and recycled stainless steel

The SKELLEFTEÅ Author model is inspired by the words of Stina Jackson with the quotation: “Ljuset. Det stack och brann och slet i honom” in English translation, “The light. It stung and burned and tore at him…” The lettering is audacious and immediately noticeable like a jewellery embellishment that becomes a statement of design. Find out more about EOE Eyewear at https://www.eyestylist.com/2022/04/limited-edition-preview-eoe-x-cake-get-creative/ and more on the frames at www.eoe-eyewear.com

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Junya Watanabe catwalk featuring eyewear by Kuboraum

4th September 2025

Looking ahead to SS26, and the menswear collection by Junya Watanabe; eyewear featured by Kuboraum

Stark, face-hugging shapes, bold thick-rims and trending eyewear in all sizes – from small ovals to oversized geometric shapes were the ideal finishing touch at the catwalk presentation by Junya Watanabe SS26, a collection for men where opulent colours and textures were prevalent in silhouettes which drew on iconic looks from past decades. In the designer’s FW2004 collection, tailored suits were featured made from upholstery fabrics found in antique markets. In this SS26 collection, Wantanabe revisits this direction once again.

The eyewear by Kuboraum featured on the catwalk included the wraparound mask E21 SUN in the Reisen Series, a bold wraparound acetate mask. Also making an appearance were the E22 SUN, an iconic close-fitting mask deign; small, round sunglasses H62 SUN, and H34, one of our favourite metal masks from the Berlin label – and a trending eyewear shape that has a futuristic, sci-fi aesthetic. Above: Junya Watanabe man / Spring/Summer 2026 – catwalk images. Featuring MASK X6 – eyewear by Kuboraum. Photography credit: Junya Watanabe

Junya Watanabe man, Spring Summer 2026 Prêt a porter – trending eyewear designs

“This time I took interest in something that is old but feels new, or something new that is born in the process of reproducing old things…” Junya Watanabe

Junya Watanabe man, Spring/Summer 2026 Prêt a porter

Kuboraum eyewear is designed in Berlin and handmade exclusively in Italy. The frames are crafted in unique premium materials. Described as a brand with its own look and power, Kuboraum aims to highlight personality and the features of the person wearing the frame through their designs. All images courtesy of Junya Watanabe. (Special thanks to Kuboruam). Find out more about the brands at https://junyawt.com and www.kuboraum.com