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Katida

January 1st 2012

Vera Wang Sunwear / Salon Spring/Summer 2012

This is one of a few favourite labels from the US. A bold silhouette in smooth acetate, Katida is an exemplary style in the Vera Wang Salon collection for Spring/Summer 2012. Each of the acetate styles in this group are oversized, with features from the 1950s and a touch of Hollywood glamour. Katida is available in tortoise, black, brown or rose, subtly muted tones which are typical here. The style has an effective graduated colour scheme through the front of the frame and will bring instant elegance to everyday style. CN

For more information visit http://kenmarkoptical.com/FrameDetail.aspx?fid=341322&nm=Katida For information about the New York designer Vera Wang go to www.verawang.com/lifestyle/eyewear

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Lindberg 1135

January 1st 2012

Acetate and titanium unite in Lindberg’s sleek frame with an acetate front and titanium temples. Technically, this design is a little gem, with the titanium bridge integrated into the acetate bridge. This allows the frame to be angled to follow the contours of the wearer’s face. The integrated bridge also has nose pad arms, so the frame is 100% adjustable, insuring comfort and stability. The colour selection is lovely – brown and sand (above) black with orange, and a nautical effect in red with blue. www.lindberg.com JG

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830 Sattler

January 1st 2012

Vienna Collection by Robert La Roche

Klaus Huber retraces collegiate days and memories of school uniforms with frames from the ‘Vienna College Collection’. The preppy shape is rooted in classicism, combined with modern grace and flow. Handmade in Italy, the 8-mm acetate is truly luxuruious, particularly in night blue with grey transparent temples (above). For the first time, Robert La Roche gives names to the individual styles, which were selected based on Austrian winemakers who produce speciality, quality wines – just like Robert La Roche creates speciality, quality eyewear. www.robert-laroche.com JG

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Gladys

January 1st 2012

Lafont Eyewear

Leopard accessories are a significant winter trend, and for designer frames, Lafont has this great style with a touch of jungle magic and vintage flair. The edgy design by Thomas Lafont, has a slightly raised peak along the brow, for a stunning ophthalmic shape in layered acetate. An architectural lift highlights the sculpted temples, and the overall result is beautifully crafted. As a Lafont wearer, I know from experience that the designs fit so comfortably, and literally, frame the face in an elegant manner. For further details, visit www.lafont.com JG

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Vinci

January 1st 2012

Anne et Valentin

Beautifully muted tones of purple and smoky taupe merge elegantly in this lovely frame from Anne et Valentin. Created especially to fit small, feminine faces, the frames have a vintage spirit with a smart retro shape, cut out nose detail, and the two-tone end tips follow through on the bi-colour theme. The totality is a harmonious mix of colour and design. The Anne et Valentin collection is available at Cappelle Opticien in Brussels – www.cappelleopticien.be, and in Innsbruck – www.krischan-panoptikum.at. Visit www.anneetvalentin.com for further information. JG