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In the Spring / Summer 2024 collection by the Italian label, highlights include the glamorous models in the Sculptures Collection with its new coloured Havanas and elegant bilayer materials combined with classical tones – inspired by the light effects at twilight

The Moonlight sunglasses embody the soft hues of night turning into day, while model Rainbow is imagined as a reflection of the spectrum of light just as the sun rises or sets. Model Nightfall captures the deep, mysterious tones of day surrendering to night, the designers explained.

The bold sculpted feel of the frames has been achieved by enhancing the three-dimensionality of the acetate on the front and back of the frame. By using this process, the layering of the different patterns in the acetate is immediately eye-catching.

RES/REI is an independent Italian design company based in Treviso, Northern Italy. To find out more about the new sun and optical collections for Spring / Summer 2024, visit www.resrei.com

At the French eyewear brand, the concept in acetate for 2024 is bright and bold, with a graphic aesthetic

Exploring new ways of working with acetate laminations for both the fronts and temples of every style, the new concept at J.F. REY entitled “Graphicolor” this season focuses on fluid or contrasting graphic lines, with a wide range of colour combinations punctuated by fresh hues. Above: a selection of styles in the Graphicolor collection

The colour palette includes flattering shiny finishes and subtle transparencies designed to suit all faces. Pastel shades such as pink and blue, pops of mint green and fashion patterns or touches of purple – see JF1549 above – are all featured with details adding a refreshing and modern accent to the collection.

Notable in the collection are the asymmetrical details such as the topline of colour introduced in JF1551 – on the left, with an amber crystal shade and on the right, a delicate lilac. While less usual, the colours combine harmoniously to create a look that feels natural and refined. To find out more about the collection visit www.jfrey.fr 

A new collaboration design at SALT. Optics launches this weekend at Loft in New York City…

A new collaboration edition created by SALT. Optics with the American Black Bear brand represents the culmination of a connection between two labels which align with particular similarities in their approach to design and quality manufacture.

Named the Sirlin collection after Creative Director of Black Bear Joshua Sirlin, the sunglasses have been conceived to offer a harmonious fusion of refinement and ruggedness, complexity and simplicity. Three colours have been created with a number of signature features in the model, ranging from custom laminated temples with visible gold cores, custom 8mm thick acetate fronts and SALT.’s custom hardware such as visible pins on front/temples finished in 24k gold. The SALT. Optics team explains that this is the first time that they have used precious metal to create the hardware. Each design is provided with a robust branded custom case and Black Bear ‘branded’ cleaning cloth. Above: Josh Sirlin, Creative Director of Black Bear wears the new sunglass edition (above and below)

“The Sirlin represents both brands’ commitment to the art of craftsmanship, and the spirit of adventure and discovery…” SALT. Optics

About Black Bear – Black Bear is committed to time-proven materials and workmanship free of compromise creating pieces that will last a life time. The Black Bear Manufacturing Company was founded in 1918 making blue denim overalls. Josh Sirlin has reinvigorated the brand for modern day, restoring the lost legacy, and honouring frontier roots to achieve products that are created to be “ruggedly refined”. The range of products today includes denim apparel, footwear, hats and accessories. www.blackbearbrand.com / www.saltoptics.com