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The French eyewear brand J.F. Rey has released their latest LAYERS collection as part of their 40th anniversary celebrations – the collection revisits an icon by the brand

Iconic, statement-making, and ever colourful. The new JF2062 glasses in the LAYERS collection is a J.F. Rey icon that boldly reappears in fresh colours and with a new stainless steel and acetate construction – designed, says the creative team, “to offer greater strength and support”. The round and square eye shape is a signature edition from the French label,  appearing frequently through the collection and often cited for its impressive and unexpected yet wearable look. Above: revisiting a favourite iconic design style at J.F. Rey, in the LAYERS collection – pictured in a multicoloured checkered acetate  with dark brown metal temples

The colour choices this time round in the new combo are fun and dazzling. Choose from four different variations, all patterned and ranging from a blue and white miniature checkered design with bright green temples to a lovely mottled blue with a transparent effect paired with chestnut brown temples. Find out more about LAYERS at https://www.jfrey.fr/en/collection-layers/

Diffuser Tokyo highlights the Triangular Prism eyewear bag (type 3)

As part of their collection for 2025, the Japanese accessories company Diffuser Tokyo highlights the sophisticated triangular prism bag, crafted from soft Italian leather and microfibre. With its compact design, the bag will carry three items such as frames and a phone, and features a shoulder strap so that it can be used just like a bag. Above: an eye-catching eyewear accessory from Diffuser Tokyo – the design was first launched at Silmo 2024 – in February 2025 new colours were added 

Part of a series of storage pieces which include a pentagon shaped eyewear box and a rhombus storage box, the bag feels luxurious and unique to carry around, while providing a practical solution for safe storage of items when on the go.

Diffuser Tokyo is a leading independent maker of fine eyewear accessories, specialising in original design ideas produced in high-quality natural materials sourced from the finest suppliers in Japan and Italy. For more information visit www.diffuser-tokyo.com

To see more accessories by the brand visit https://www.eyestylist.com/2025/06/diffuser-tokyo-new-eyewear-accessories/

The Australian eyewear brand OTIS is evolving its lifestyle pieces with easy styles for every day 

Australian independent brand OTIS Eyewear has a refreshing take on sun lens technology, choosing mineral glass lenses for its everyday models, for properties such as scratch resistance and durability, alongside optical clarity. OTIS also emphasises the sustainable benefits of the lenses, which are naturally sourced direct from the earth (the composition includes silica sand, limestone and soda ash) and 100% recyclable. The eyewear company offers mineral lenses in four different categories – Standard, Polarised, Reflect and LIT, each one offering high level UV protection and different qualities suited to different needs.

For everyday, among their classic signature deigns are the Audrey sunglasses for women,  a cat eye in eco acetate (certified biodegradable) which blends easy style with comfort and quality UV protection.  The style is available in many different classic tones, from a popular crystal tone to a pretty ochre havana. Above: Audrey sunglasses in crystal by OTIS Eyewear – the Audrey comes with standard lenses or a polarised version in crystal velvet / neutral grey polar.

A classic retro-inspired round shape which suits a wide range of faces, the Omar sunglasses are similarly versatile and available with polarised, standard or LIT lenses. LIT lenses – according to OTIS – significantly reduce surface glare while lifting the colour profile of the wearer’s surroundings so that all  colours appear more vibrant. OTIS calls them their most technical premium performance lens. Find out more at www.otiseyewear.com