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Seaside Inspirations

1st July 2011

The Sea and Beyond

1st July 2011 Fashion trends in clothing and eyewear this season look to the sea, and its inspirational surroundings for beautiful colours. We’ve spotted some lovely frames – both in sunglasses and ophthalmic collections – featuring the harmony and moods of the sea, sand and foliage. (Image above: FAB Photos). The colours are very fresh and cool, and they look great with a suntan! Lotho, the Paris based brand, celebrates deep ocean tones in this transparent acetate frame in bold blue and crystal.

POLLY 5 Seaside Inspriations Lotho — Polly 5 by Lotho

I discovered this frame, Polly 5, when I visited the Lotho showroom in Paris, and loved not only the wonderful colour, but the flattering shape and fit. Lotho frames are handmade in Japan, with superb craftsmanship.www.lotho.fr JG

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Meanwhile we have also identified this Dior frame above, named Tahuata which has graduated blue to purple lenses and a matching greeny blue sea-inspired frame. An unusual aviator but it’s bang on trend for S/S 2011 and perfect for Mediterranean island hopping. (Visit www.dior.com). CN

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June Edition: Tech, Trendy & Terrific

23rd June 2011

For our June edition, we explore the intriguing aspects of global eyewear materials. Clodagh and I are always fascinated at how science and technology enhance the realisation of luxurious and unique eyewear. Remember to check out Boutiques for savvy eyewear shopping, and Design and Inspiration provides market and trend updates. Throughout the month, we’ll also bring you current events in City Guides. Welcome to new discoveries – and June Eyestylist! JG

Design + Inspiration

Inspired by nature

7th June 2011

Shwood Sunglasses

22 June 2011 Shwood Sunglasses are handmade in Oregon, using a manufacturing process which merges precision technology with traditional craftsmanship. This week I have tried one of their sunglass designs on for the first time; I am much more familiar with the European brands producing wood frames so this was a fun exercise. The style I have is chunky and you get an immediate feel for the lovely natural texture and pattern of the wood from which it is made. The frames are treated with organic waxes and oils to protect them, but are unpolished so they look as unprocessed as possible. The wood used comes from sustainably harvested resources and include Cherry, East India Rosewood and Zebrawood.

If you’ve considered a wood sunglass style then this is definitely a brand to look at. Wood is a very stylist material in eyewear this year and we expect this popularity to grow. Shwood does a nice job of layering the sheets of wood (2-ply for temples and 3 for the fronts) and this gives a practical flexibility to the sunglasses. Details such as the Carl Zeiss lenses with 100% UVA/UVB protection and attractive soft pouch in tweed and leather add to the overall effect of quality and quirky creativity. More coming up soon on the best wood frames and where to buy them. www.shwoodshop.com CN

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TR12801

7th June 2011

Tru Trussardi Summer Specs

17th June 2011 Elegance, beauty and refinement have been the hallmark of stunning Trussardi accessories for 100 years. The Italian company’s eyewear collection in beautiful materials and superb colours is lovingly crafted, and there is a great selection of styles. This design I particularly like, with its voluminous shape that shields the eyes from the sun’s penetrating rays on summer days. Matte acetate comfortably caresses the eye area, and the frame is a pleasure to wear. Three desirable colour choices – the rich purple featured above, a soft “demi” brown, and a strong havana. Tru Trussardi frames are available at Piccadilly Opticians, 13 Piccadilly Arcade, New Street in Birmingham. Further info at www.trussardi.com JG

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Le Grand Livre Des Lunettes

7th June 2011

The Fantastic History of Eyewear by Dominique Cuvillier

15th June 2011 If eyewear and fashion are passions, make immediate space on your shelves for this excellent book. Dominique Cuvillier is a trend consultant, writer, and collector of eyewear. This well-researched book, with a preface by Alain Mikli, and richly illustrated with superb photos, traces the history of eyewear from its origins in the 14th Century to the present. Grand names – past and present – vividly reveal the evolution of eyewear and its status as a style statement. Le Grand Livre Des Lunettes is a grand celebration of eyewear. Published by E/P/A Hachette Livre – éditions du Chêne www.editionsduchene.fr JG