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Trend watch: Turn up the blues

5th February 2014 Feel free to pep up your eyewear wardrobe with upbeat colours. The liveliest blue and violet hues are a direction that add to a general trend in fashion, and should be a staple for a variety of complexions and hair colours – particularly those who wish for an alternative to a classic black or tortoise.

Stunning cateye Vida 2 by BOZ has already featured on Eyestylist in orange – https://www.eyestylist.com/2013/09/bright-and-cheerful-colours/ – its stylish quirky shape is equally enticing in the tonal combination above. www.boz-eyewear.fr

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Fortuna from FUNKroyal

At German independent label Funk, and from their FUNKroyal collection, model Fortuna also packs a punch. Dieter Funk told Eyestylist, “When I did the first “scribble” for this, the focus was to create a metal frame for women, extraordinary, classy, harmonic and with style, just a little bit oversized because this is sexy. When I had the shape, I looked at the colour concept on the temples. I am very lucky that I have a big stock of original vintage acetate colours. I have had my eye on this blue pattern effect in combination with metal.” www.funk-eyewear.com CN

For style + substance

Opposites Attract by Christian Roth

1st February 2014 Perfectly styled on Laurenne Juliet in the latest short movie, Laurenne in Three from Formento+Formento – www.formento2.com, Christian Roth announces the launch of his latest super-size glamorous sunglass style, Opposites Attract. The handcrafted acetate shape features the designer’s signature kaleidoscopic effect, and, says Roth, undergoes a manufacturing process that is long and extremely meticulous.

Christian Roth Sunglasses
Opposites Attract by Christian Roth Sunglasses

One of the new Christian Roth styles for 2014, coming soon on shop.christian-roth.com / www.christian-roth.com For more on Christian Roth “fashionista style” on Eyestylist.com, visit:

https://www.eyestylist.com/2013/10/christian-roth-paris-style/

 

 

 

 

New Perspectives

Eyestylist launches the New Year anticipating excitement and innovations in eyewear and accessories during 2014. On the 1st of each month, click on all our departments – Reviews, Boutiques, Designer of the Month and City Guides for creative and cultural inspiration. We post regularly throughout the month, bringing you international updates on luxurious, finely crafted specs and sunglasses, fashion and accessories, plus interesting style news and events. We wish all our readers and sponsors a joyous, healthy and creative New Year!

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The Elegance and Beauty of Natural Horn

Sophisticated and Subtle Eyewear Excellence

30th January 2014 Men need look no further than the elegance and natural beauty of horn to make a distinct eyewear style statement. The richness and colour harmony of this luxurious material has fascinated eyewear creators since Horn was first used for frames in Germany in the 16th Century. Here are three superb examples that show the illustrious virtues of horn. Nature, conservation, and the appreciation of resources are in the genes of the Rolf Team, as they develop and produce amazing frames in their Tyrol atelier. Their horn creations are sculptural beauties elegantly crafted with finesse and precision. Majestic (above) is Pure Horn, created without metal or other additional materials. Horn is a highly sensitive natural product, and exactitude in its process is an absolute must. Pure Horn – pure perfection. www.rolf-spectacles.com

 Eyewear Art in Horn by Sven Götti

Eyewear Art in Horn by Sven Götti

Working in beautiful, natural materials has always been keynote for Sven Götti at Götti Switzerland. When he started designing, his first frames were crafted in Horn. Blaze (above) is among the latest designs – a suave, gracious shape that artfully illustrates the gorgeous shadings and lovely, natural lustre that are inherent in horn. www.gotti.ch

 

Refined handcrafted horn by Amaury
Refined handcrafted horn by Amaury

Parisian based Amaury Cagniard is a newcomer to frame design, and he enjoys working in authentic materials – Horn being a special favourite. This contemporary two-tone handcrafted Horn frame (above Style AAE Horn) with its refined lines, expresses Amaury’s desire for details and uniqueness. www.amaury.eu.com JG

Scoop International, London

Exciting fashion + accessory labels, a stunning trade show!

28th January 2014 With a line up of British and international brands in womenswear and accessories, both established and emerging, London’s fashion trade show Scoop has become a must for buyers across the country. The event last week, held at the prestigious Saatchi Gallery and Phillips, was of particular interest to Eyestylist this year as we delve further into the world of emerging labels and creative independent brands in accessories and fashion – and there were plenty.

Personal highlights included meeting designer Ali Mapletoft at Age of Reason, the British luxury scarf label and big favourite here – www.age-of-reason-studios.com, and newcomer Anja Mury of the eponymous handbag label – www.mury.co.uk – these bags are inspired by the urban environment blending luxurious materials and cutting-edge design.

Other brands we spotted who we will continue to keep an eye on were jewellery designers, Kat & Bee – www.katandbee.com, Pearl & Queenie from Hastings, www.pearlandqueenie.com, Alexia Parmigiani, designer of luxury scarves – www.alexiafashion.co.uk (report coming shortly), Vanessa Tugendhaft Joaillerie – www.vanessa-tugendhaft.com – from Belgium, and London based jewellery brand, Pink Powder – www.pinkpowder.com.

Age of Reason - Surrender Pink Ship
Age of Reason – I Will Never Surrender Pink Ship Silk Scarf

For more on Age of Reason, see: https://www.eyestylist.com/2013/07/a-favourite-new-season-accessory/ For information on Scoop London (next showing from 13-15th July 2014), visit www.scoop-international.com. We’d like to see some sunglasses collections there in July. CN