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Eyestylist Exclusive: Rolf Spectacles has added to the sustainable Substance collection with new Substance [+] models

Building on its best-selling shapes, Rolf Spectacles has created new Substance [+] models which combine familiar shapes with robust strength. While the lens curves and nose widths remain the same, the aim was to create the frames with a significantly stronger and bolder aesthetic, offering a powerful feel and a whole new look – confident, easy-to-wear, and perfectly in line with the Substance ethos. Above: the line includes a trendy geometric shape as well as classic panto and rectangular designs

The US independent brand’s new Active optical frames deliver on comfort and stability for the sports enthusiast. They also offer attractive shapes with a stylish finesse

Article One’s new optical styles in the Active collection tap in to a very special niche: sports eyewear fusing practical details and real design finesse, qualities combined that have long been hard to find. The models were created to extend the same ethos and design of the brand’s already established sports-oriented Active Sun collection. Above: examples of the frames in the Active optical series at Article One – featuring a new material called GKM

A new material called GKM has been used to create the styles, offering excellent properties to create a really light and flexible design; the material is also scratch resistant. The frames feature new nose pads which offer extra grip, whilst also remaining hidden and discreet. Other properties which contribute to the comfort of the design are the spring hinges and engraved ridges on temple tips, a small detail that provides added grip behind the ear.

In this first release of 5 Active 0ptical products, each frame debuts in four distinct colorways ranging from bold greens to unique variations of tortoise and matt navy. A stylistic highlight of the line is the Dunn frame, which pays homage to the aviator shape of the ‘70s (above).  The Dayton, Buck and Ward frames offer classic, wearable shapes that are said to be “friendly to every face” while the Juno is characterised by a cat-eye inspired vintage shape. Find out more at https://articleoneeyewear.com

Frames with character and sophisticated colorations from the independent French brand

Handcrafted and timeless with a classically inspired design, the collection at VUE DC is colourful and bold this season. For men, the thick, structural shapes of the frames have a distinguished look, with immaculate quality 8mm Mazzucchelli acetate used with striking contours and lines. For men, the shapes include the Oli frame, which has a sharp masculine shape; the signature raw cut finish on the entire outer line is used frequently by the label and creates an artisanal matt effect. Above: VUE DC’s model Oli in translucent red – the frame comes in classic black, grey horn, tortoise, translucent red and translucent light grey

The M13, pictured above in khaki, is a strong metal design for men, with a classically inspired shape that is easy to wear. The double bridge design is discreet but creates an individual and versatile look, that would look great paired with formal wear or a smart casual male wardrobe.

VUE DC is a handmade French eyewear brand, adhering to the values of local French craftsmanship, with an expression of colour and architectural elegance that gives it its unique style. The result of many years of eyewear manufacture and crafting, the weight and form of each VUE DC style is carefully balanced for a comfortable eyewear experience. Find our more about the independent French eyewear label at www.vuedc.com