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MET 02

1st October 2011

Histoire de Voir

The touch and feel of smooth, sensuous calfskin, expertly tooled, possesses an elegant look for distinctive eyewear. The latest collection from Historie de Voir is particularly outstanding.This style with its dramatic shape, is totally handcrafted from fine quality calf skins, with the rim and temple in inox. One of the lovely aspects of leather is that with continued wear, it becomes even more beautiful. Available in ten gorgeous colours, including Red Pony, shown above. Historie de Voir is sold at Eyes Pleasure, 40 rue Saint Suplice, Paris 75005, and at Optic Gallery, Galerie Louise 18, 1050 Brussels. Further details at www.histoire-de-voir.com JG

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Senso

1st October 2011

Face à Face

Mae West was a gutsy gal who always exhibited brash vitality and enthusiasm for life. She would certainly be enthusiastic about these Silmo d’Or nominated sunglasses from Face à Face. West’s emboldened spirit motivated many, including fan Salvador Dali, and he created the well-known Mae West Lips Sofa, the inspiration for these flirty, feminine frames. The artistically crafted, sculptured shape is accented with just a hint of “red lipstick” on the sides to highlight their impertinence. Mae West would approve! www.faceaface-paris.com JG

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The Casuarina

1st October 2011

Baum Vision

This stunning design by Shane Baum is a classic 1970’s shape in sleek gold plated titanium across the top and temples, and tortoise acetate. Then the wearer is spoilt for choice, with a selection of either diamonds, sapphires, or tigers eye nestled into the temple. With its 70’s demeanour, Ivy League sophistication, and superb shape, these exquisite sunglasses possess an equally exquisite fit. Baum Vision’s eyewear crafting is truly couture, like handcrafted clothes from master designers. www.baumvision.com JG

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5281

1st October 2011

The Monte Carlo Collection, Beausoleil

Frédéric Beausoleil is passionate about acetate. For nearly a quarter of a century, he has transformed this material into glamorous eyewear with his creative ingenuity and reverence for tradition. His latest collection – The Monte Carlo – is a selection of stunning sunglasses in sensuously smooth acetate. The design above, is a distinctive creation in lemon with an intricate mix of tortoise/lemon for contrast, exclusive colours to Beausoleil. Modernity and timeless, faultless elegance are expressed in the gracious shape. All lenses are polarized for effective sun protection. www.beausoleil.fr JG

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Rancho Deluxe

1st October 2011

Jono Hennessy

This one has really caught my attention, it’s a highly accomplished Limited Edition design and we are very excited to have seen it this weekend! Inspired by vintage belt buckles from the Wild West, the textured patterning was hand drawn by designer Jono specifically to create the frame….a crafstman then spent two weeks hand carving the mould for Rancho Deluxe. The label has other textured metal designs as well as this extraordinary example…including “Dragon Lady” which features dragon scales on the edges and temples in turquoise green and “Snake Eyes”, a textured snake skin catseye in matt black with yellow sun lenses (it’s totally awesome if you are into the snake trend). A collection that is a treat for the eyes. In the UK, the Rancho will be available soon from The-I site Optician in Hammersmith (UK) www.thei-site.com CN

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