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Italian eyewear: Lamarca creates frames for 10th anniversary

6th November 2025

The two special edition styles will release in the FUSIONI collection, Lamarca’s colourful acetate line “fusing” colours and design details with specialist bonding techniques

The Italian eyewear brand Lamarca is celebrating 10 years of design with the release of two new statement frame styles. They are inspired by the futurist movement of Giacomo Balla and Fortunato Depero, from which they draw their colours and geometries.

The design team at Lamarca told Eyestylist: “The neutral and contrasting colours create an interplay of patterns. The glasses in Lamarca’s FUSIONI family are made up of different acetate parts, designed to fit together perfectly. Each part is glued to the other in individual steps. At the end of the process, the glasses are milled and shaped to achieve their final form. The final result is a pair of glasses that expresses colour and geometry with taste and elegance.” Above: Lamarca’s new black and white sunglasses design with an intriguing narrow oval eye shape – Lamarca frames are produced exclusively in Italy

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Fusioni 188 by Lamarca – the optical style that is part of the Anniversary collection at Lamarca, releasing soon

The two models, which will be on show at the Milan show, Mido (31st January to 2nd February 2025), will be available from March 2026, and will be presented in a precious commemorative box in limited edition. Find out more at https://lamarcaeyewear.com

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New Eyewear collection: Arthod

21st October 2025

Sunglass style Albin, produced in high density acetate (HDA) with metal details – is part of the new collection launched by Arthod

Designed to fit the face with precision, this elegant sunglasses style, Albin, is the work of Arthod Eyewear, a small French independent eyewear label by Julien Vansteeger and Sylvie Savatdy. Launching their first collection this year, the brand is “the result of a combined vision”, rooted in a timeless design style with details offering contemporary edge.

“We place great emphasis on the selection of materials, colours, and lenses, ensuring every element reflects a commitment to quality and aesthetic precision. With our collaborative company, KYDJU, which supports the development and production of the collections, we are able to showcase the craftsmanship and technical know-how, behind each model we release.”

Above: Albin by Arthod Eyewear – featured in the first collection released this Autumn 2025 at SILMO 2025 and coming soon to the Hong Kong Optical Fair; model wearing the frame, Jenny Shane, photographed by Ron Kedmi

Albin by Arthod – ‘*Albin’,* coming from Latin means ‘*white*‘ and ‘*luminous*‘ and evokes light and purity…

Geometric yet compact, the Albin model offers crisp facets which catch the light. Small yet assertive, the shape blends elegance and character with timeless refinement. The frame comes in a variety of soft colours, including caramel, dark blue, dark green and ivory. It is one of five frames offered in six colours with natural and soft inspiration for the design of each one.

About Arthod: Arthod is a French eyewear company influenced by art, history and lifestyles of the past. Combining the nostalgia of French design of the past, Arthod revisits its roots, its historical and cultural heritage to create a fusion of retro and chic. Based in Berry in the Cher department, the brand has chosen to feature materials such as Hexetate, a 30% recycled raw material, as well as High Density Acetate – offering properties of strength and stability as well as a pleasing aesthetic and finish. Find out more at www.arthod.com

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Lafont Paris revealed beautifully crafted ‘Perfect Capsule’

14th October 2025

Parisian elegance with the spirit of rock – a special discovery at Silmo 2025

Among new releases at Silmo Paris 2025, the French eyewear brand’s new Perfect Capsule embodied French sophistication, elegance and contemporary style. Inspired by the archives of the 1980s, the collection is characterised by decorative studs and crystals, applied to some of the label’s most iconic eyewear designs such as Penelope, Showtime and Ramatuelle. Above: the new campaign by Lafont Paris

Lafont Paris: the iconic Penelope style featuring a bold decoration with studs – part of the Perfect Capsule

With its controlled volumes, luminous bevels and jewellery-inspired design, the capsule collection celebrates the label’s creativity and commitment to fine craftsmanship. Each piece represents the meeting of an elegant aesthetic with a touch of audacity and authentic French sensibility. At Silmo, Lafont also revealed a new campaign to express the “confident gaze” of the women who wear their unique French eyewear designs.

About Lafont Paris – Lafont Paris is an historic family-run optical business founded in 1923. The collection is designed in Paris and produced in the Jura in France. More than 80% of the collection by Lafont is certified with the Origine France Garantie, the most important certification of product origin for French eyewear manufacture. Characteristics of the collection are the label’s approach to colour and design. The company has more than 200 exclusive colours in its contemporary collections, ensuring that each style expresses a unique style through its colour palette, tonal combinations, effects of light and material transparency. Find out more about the new models at www.lafont.com For more on Lafont Paris on Eyestylist.com. visit https://www.eyestylist.com/2023/10/collaboration-lafont-paris-x-maison-pierre-frey/

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British eyewear: Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses – the iconic round shapes

6th October 2025

New Limited Edition OG Icons are here!

The new Limited Editions from the British eyewear label, Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses revisit the iconic round shapes, Oops and The 1930’s. These two round styles, which have remained in the collection since they first appeared, are reimagined with a bold triple-laminated acetate twist, delivering a striking colour pop that perfectly captures the season’s spirit. Above: the iconic Oops sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses get an exciting makeover!

Limited Edition Oops by Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses – a fusion of archive design and modern acetate innovation

The capsule is available in three unique colourways, produced in a strict “One and Done” run—meaning once they have gone, they’re gone forever. This exclusivity adds immediate collectible value, making each pair a coveted piece of Oliver Goldsmith history.

The 1930’s in colour “Bonbon” combining deep Burgundy, olive green and crystal tones – b y Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses – these sunglasses pay homage to the era of the silver screen and an iconic 1939 VOGUE magazine cover featuring the frame

True to the brand philosophy of “eyewear as an extension of personal style”, the exclusive release continues Oliver Goldsmith’s tradition of releasing bold, time-limited colourways. These sought-after editions are known to sell out quickly, with collectors and style devotees alike eager to secure a piece of design heritage. Find out more at www.olivergoldsmith.com

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Erker’s 1879: timeless eyewear design

27th August 2025

Independent eyewear brand: The St. Louis eyewear makers are “inspired by the past, to shape the future”

Erker’s 1879 releases its new styles this month, with lots of favourite silhouettes in updated expressive tones. The launch includes 11 frames and a revamp of two favourite designs (Uplands Park and Winchester), blending the company’s signature heritage craftsmanship with a contemporary vision. Above: frames for everyday, the Erker’s styles offer a balance of classical aesthetics with modern day features to offer longevity and all-day comfort

Fenton by Erker’s comes in a brand new grey/black patterned acetate

Model Fenton is an old favourite at Erker’s – introduced in Spring 2024. The rounded eye shape is distinguished by thin rims and temples for comfort, and some patterned acetates including the brand new Tracks tone, a striated grey and black effect.

Winchester by Erker’s 1879 – an attractive pattern with flecks of blue and brown

The Winchester frame makes a bold return in new tones of Mocha, Blue Speckle (pictured), Black Gradient and Sea Top. This frame has a slim rectangular shape – popular for the Autumn season, and a subtle lift on the brow.

About Erker’s 1879 – The brand is a family-owned heritage label offering premium, handcrafted eyewear. Based in St. Louis, Erker’s 1879 has a rich history of over 145 years; at the start, they were known for making anything with a lens, though they later turned their focus to eyewear design. The company is now run by the 5th generation of Erkers, Jack III and Tony Erker. To find out more about the new designs in acetate, visit www.erkers1879.com

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