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Independent eyewear: Jade by JISCO is fresh with colour

8th July 2024

New summery optical style Jade – one of several new releases – is informed by the Mediterranean

JISCO Eyewear’s latest ophthalmic designs take the beauty of the Mediterranean sea as a fundamental inspiration for the new collection. Using Artificial Intelligence, the design team explored what they call “new forms of visual expression” to capture the fresh and colourful essence of the sea in a creative and original way. Above: Jade Publ from JISCO has a magnificent multi-sided shape and multi-colored pattern

Crafted with attention to detail to redefine comfort and style, one of the standout features of the collection is the vibrant palette of modern colours and integrated patterns. From bold hues to fun colours, patterns and combinations, JISCO Eyewear proposes a wide range of shades to add personality to different looks. Above: Jade in the colourway “Publ” from JISCO has a magnificent multi-sided shape and multi-colored pattern – flashes of shocking pink and light blue appear on the upper rim of the design

Jade Publ by JISCO – the striking patterned design from the Barcelona-based brand

Exotic colour and design flourishes are not the only focus in this line, which also hones in on the wearability and ultimate comfort of each frame. “The fit of our glasses sets a new standard for comfort”, says the eyewear team at JISCO. “Precision engineered, the frames provide an impeccable fit, allowing you to wear them for long periods without any discomfort. The designs emphasise ergonomics, ensuring that the glasses feel like a natural extension of your face.”

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Model Jade in this Summer collection by JISCO is available in four unique colourways of brown/blue, red/wood effect, multicoloured (above) and a beautiful crystal variation with black/red flashes on temples and upper rim. Find out more at www.jiscoeyewear.com

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Active sunglasses: Ciele x Article One

24th June 2024

Ongoing collaboration with Ciele and partnership with Nikki Hiltz

Article One, the specialists in Active Sports Sunglasses combining style and performance, are the producers of GTGlass 2.0, a sunglass style created in a collaboration with Ciele and worn by Nikki Hiltz, a record-breaking professional runner. Above: Ciele x AO – model GT Glass 2.0 – features include adjustable nose pads and rubber temple tips – the frame is made from lightweight GKM for excellent durability and flexibility

Article One and Ciele Athletics debuted the sophomore edition of the Article One x Ciele GTGlass performance sunglasses, an award-winning design first launched in 2020. Earning several accolades for the technical design, including Runner’s World Gear of the Year, the second-generation GT Glass 2.0, boasts a refreshed, distinctly vintage shape, performance material updates, and new colour and pattern offerings.

Article One is a proud partner and sponsor of Nikki Hiltz due to their amazing results on the track and their inspirational leadership and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights. The sunglasses company said: “Nikki has had a truly amazing career on the track, having won three national titles in the 1500m, medaled at the World Championships, and set the American Record in the mile in just the last year alone. Off the track, Nikki has raised thousands of dollars benefitting the LGBTQIA+ community through their Pride 5K race and other partnerships. This year, Nikki chose Athlete Ally as the recipient of our Pride Campaign.”

Article One has created a name for itself as one of few independent eyewear brands specialising in high-quality, high-performance sports eyewear with a focus on good design. Find out more at www.articleoneeyewear.com

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Luxury eyewear: Seya by Götti Switzerland, pure minimalism

19th June 2024

The latest acetate additions at the Swiss luxury eyewear company are naturally on-brand: Seya is a supremely lightweight acetate frame with modern oversized proportions created in a soft and natural colour palette

The new frame, produced with a highly-polished finish, is a light and delicate all-rounder, with an oversized square eye shape and an interesting yet very discreet decorated temple inlay. Götti’s signature colour palette, rooted in natural tones which are flattering to multiple complexions, are, broadly speaking, subtle and discreet, with varieties of Havana, Cappuccino and dark brown alongside light sky blue and bordeaux red. Above: Seya is a refined oversized frame style from Götti

Luxury eyewear – Seya by Götti Switzerland – the colours are understated and easy-to-wear

The translucent acetate featured reveals the delicately detailed temples. A repetitive pattern made up of ‘Ö’s creates a new feature in the designs, which have also been polished by hand for an extremely high shine. The name of the person who has done the polishing work is engraved on the inside of the temple as a mark of quality.

A round sister shape called Silde has been released alongside model Seya. For more information visit www.gotti.ch

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Eyewear trends – erase by Masahiro Maruyama – two new releases

16th June 2024

Two new models – just released this month – express the unusual aesthetic of a handmade collection inspired by erasing pencil lines – the brand releases unique spectacles every season based on the concept of unfinished art

erase by Masahiro Maruyama, the Japanese creative designer known for special artisan design work and impeccable craftsmanship, sees the addition of two new models this month – MM-0089 and MM-0090. The precisely calculated designs explore a playful idea where all traditional notions of how a frame should look are broken – the right and left sides of the frames do not match – and nor do the front eye shapes. The uneven, asymmetrical lines and shapes are positively celebrated and explored with passion to finely craft each tiny aspect of the frames! This turns the designs into beautiful artistic pieces that offer the wearer a completely unique item for their face, like no other. Above: MM-0089 by the Japanese designer Masahiro Maruyama – avantgarde shape with details created with expertise and precision

MM-0090 by Masahiro Maruyama comes in bright tones of red or green – the eye shape is loosely based on a classic oval design

Both models are released in four colours which include bright tones of green, blue, red as well as a refined black or black and gold. The erase collection by Masahiro Maruyama was first introduced on Eyestylist.com in March 2018 : https://www.eyestylist.com/2018/03/erase-by-masahiro-maruyama/

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Italian eyewear – Look Moda: Italian classics

6th June 2024

Two new frames combine classic style and easy comfort

At Italian eyewear company Look, two new optical frames in acetate – with a fashionable “sculpted effect” – have been added to the three best-selling styles from the 4570 series, introduced by the company last year.

Unisex panto shape 04573 in the Look Moda collection, features a keyhole bridge in a wearable yet flattering design, while model 04574 has a softly contoured rectangular design – an easy style for men. By balancing form and function, the styles reflect the company’s heritage in a subtle and unpretentious way. Warm, natural shades, including varieties of classic havana elegantly adapt to any personality and occasion. Above and below: a straightforward Italian-made panto design – combining two classic acetate colours – for enthusiasts of timeless eyewear – the 04573 from Look has just been released

The Moda collection has been created to narrate Look’s interpretation of new trends while at the same time maximizing the brand’s cultural roots through a design distinguished by absolute production quality. While the acetate profiles are bold, their qualities such as lightness ensure the all important comfortable fit.

Made entirely in Italy, these frames in the Moda collection are the product of a traditional eyewear company’s tried-and-tested blending of technology and production know-how, and their commitment to excellence in the details and functionality of each design. To find out more about Look visit their new website at: https://www.lookocchiali.it/en