Reviews

The latest acetate additions at the Swiss 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

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

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 

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/

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

Three creative, colourful additions introduced in the combined metal and acetate frame collection at French design label, J.F. Rey : JF3060, JF3061, JF3059

Fresh, bright, creatively colourful! The new designs, which include the hexagonal shaped model JF3060, offer custom-made acetate laminations in a blend of colours and patterns on a lightweight metal structure in complementary hues. Each style celebrates the possibilities of unexpected combinations and an aesthetic uniqueness – wholly characteristic of the J.F. Rey brand!

For all three styles, the frame fronts are adorned with a bespoke acetate construction: a play of laminations blending colour, pattern, and texture -assembled carefully to highlight the idiosyncratic beauty of each shape. Above and below: JF3060 by J.F. Rey

The velvety satin finish of the metal frame structure enhances the three new designs, adding a contemporary elegance described as “an expressive, distinctive and memorable visual signature” that reflects the essence of J.F. Rey’s dedicated work in colour. Find out more at www.jfrey.fr

In the Gentlemen collection by RES/REI launched for the current season, model Duke exemplifies the brand’s elegant contemporary take on designing artisan eyewear styles for men – always striving for an inimitable style of sophistication and handcrafted finesse

Distinguished by bi-layer acetates and the blending of horn tones and vibrant blue or green, through the intricate 3d detailing, model Duke is part of the Gentlemen collection conceived to suit the modern man. With its sophisticated shapes, accomplished workmanship and rich details, the frames in the line all feature 5-joint hinges and a decorative metal inner core within temples. Above: model Duke comes in six different colourways including the rich Brown Tortoise variation in acetate from Mazzucchelli 1849’s archives – the additional colourways (not pictured above and below) are – Brown Havana with slate blue and ultramarine blue; black/green; and olive green.

Decorations in this collection are inspired by the tradition of the Speakeasies that arose in the United States during Prohibition. The lettering on the inside of the frames follow this theme.

The Gentlemen Collection by RES/REI currently boasts twelve models sorted into two main directions: the first features thicker fronts and temples, while the second is characterised by thinner profiles. Both design styles incorporate numerous masculine details. Find out more at www.resrei.com