Monthly Titled - Eyestylist

Muffin Top

1st September 2011

Henry Holland for Le Specs

Muffin Top comes from a fun, new limited edition collection of sunglasses (18 styles) by English designer Henry Holland for Australian brand Le Specs. Lots of round shapes and references to “brow shapes and eyelashes” feature (such as the Hoodies which the fashion press have selected as a favourite) as well as a 1980s/90s vintage theme. I like the sense of adventure in as much as there are some new shapes and looks that are totally unique to this Collection. Muffin Top is a unisex model like many of the styles in the line, and our favourite colour choices are the black (pictured) and transparent. It’s typical of the designer in its quirkiness and fun fashion styling, and yet it seems that it is surprisingly wearable…we’d love to see who is wearing it, all fans of this collection are welcome to send us their pictures…to buy now (RRP Euro 90 or £80 pounds sterling), go to www.asos.com or www.eyerespect.com CN

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August

Catherine TF200

1st August 2011

Tom Ford Eyewear

Tom Ford is a man of talent and style, and his glamorous eyewear is a stunning example of those qualities. Catherine, shown above, showcases Ford’s signature inspirations with a wide, cross-front architectural design in metal, a double bridge, and gradient lenses. The voluminous shape is dramatic, and shields the eyes from harsh sunrays. Modern and style setting, this design expresses Ford’s commitment to elegant minimalism and refinement. Tom Ford eyewear is available in London at 36 Opticians, 36 Beauchamp Place, and Fenwick’s on New Bond Street. Further information at www.tomford.com JG

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Rose et La Mer

1st July 2011

Anna-Karin Karlsson

I introduced one of of Anna’s designs in May, and I can’t resist showing this one too. Anna was first attracted to sunglasses when she tried on a style by iconic eyewear creator, Christian Roth. Anna has worked for some time designing bespoke luxury frames for a list of private clients including a few celebrity ones. ‘Rose et La Mer’ has caught the imagination of fashion editors with its super luxury design and asymmetrical lounging leopard. It’s a style based on fantasy, fun and humour! At eyestylist.com we look forward to seeing how Anna follows this imaginative style. It seems like there is a rush on at The Optical Wardrobe (www.theopticalwardobe.com) to buy these and they cost SEK 4500 which is about £435. CN www.annakarinkarlsson.com

June

1851

1st June 2011

Graz

From “down under” in Australia, Graz Mulcahy creates edgy, distinctive eyewear. It’s always an adventure to view his collections at the eyewear shows. He believes in statement frames – designs that are bold and distinguished. Experimenting with the unusual is something that he particularly enjoys – such as the sunglasses shown above in matte acetate. The frame is handmade, blasted with a very fine sand to create a non-reflective surface. After the blasting, the matt is left untreated, which allows the frame to take on its own character. With wear, the frame becomes slightly darker in different areas, which Graz likens to what happens to jeans. This frame has a feeling of strength and substance, yet with its smooth matte finish, possesses subtle and understated beauty. For more information, visit www.grazstudio.com JG

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Rouge

1st May 2011

Sama Eyewear

Exclusive, luxurious, revolutionary and glamourous are just a few words to describe the Sama Eyewear Collection from California. We viewed the latest – and beautiful – collection at MIDO. Designer Shelia Vance combines classicism and modernity in her eyewear. Rouge is a fine example of style, grace, technology and quality fusing harmoniously and fashionably. Hand laminated Japanese plastic with three-dimensional laser-cutting, shapes the unique temple design. Mini turquoise Swarovski crystals twinkle on the sides, which are gently curved for an additional distinctive accent. The frames are available in Europe at Optik Wagner in Saint Moritz www.optik-wagner.ch and Les Plus belles lunettes du Monde in Paris. www. lesplusbelleslunettesdumonde.com Additional details at www.samaeyewear.net JG