Striking new designs in the Volte Face Collection by the designer Jean-François Rey will be launched at SILMO Paris in October. Joy is a delicate, streamlined silhouette in Emerald Green acetate and marbled tortoiseshell, further distinguished with colour play on both sides of the top. The feminine, sophisticated frame enhances autumn chic in women’s fashions. Discover more F/W frame news at www.volteface.com JG
Cole by FLEYE Copenhagen
Culture and cuisine combine in FLEYE’s newest eyewear collection that will launch at SILMO in October. The tempting ingredients of the famed Smorrebrod – the textures, colours and layers that make the open-faced sandwich so much a part of the Danish heritage – inspired the Scandinavian brand. The layered construction of the Smorrebrod is applied to the frames (as seen above in Cole) – in a variety of components in many colours, with textures placed on top of each other. FLEYE plays with the layers, mixing solid and transparent acetate, with neutral colour combinations and sleek shapes that are contemporary and sophisticated. A Nordic delight! www.fleye.dk JG
The Highpockets by Original Penguin
We were looking for a sunglass style for a 13 year old who loves fashion, who knows about brands, and who is starting to value the comfort and feel of a well-built design frame v. a mass produced one. One or two obvious brands had caught his attention. The choice, however, seemed limited – most of the frames were too large for his face in the adult lines – and focused on the branding more than the frame itself.
The High Pockets – from Original Penguin – is an adult frame, but in size 53 19-140, fits a growing teenager. The lightweight design and clean details – without embellishment, offer the right balance of style, comfort and design, with a retro feel that appeals to a youngster who notices the design. The frame is available in several colours including black (pictured), cargo and gunmetal and is fitted with Polarized Tri-Acetate sunlenses with 100% UV protection.
Original Penguin produces a men’s sunglasses collection – featuring the Highpockets, and a special selection of “youth” frames – ideal for boys with a developing sense of fashion. Find more details at www.kenmarkeyewear.com CN
Sol Sol Ito 032BF
Our love for eyewear design always leads us to the small yet creatively minded enterprises in the frame business: Sol Sol Ito is an independent label from Zurich, Switzerland, with a unique perspective on design and a fastidious passion for craftsmanship. Each frame style, including the elegant Sol Sol Ito 032BF (above), has signature exchangeable twin-steel arms – created in a huge choice of colours – a design feature which also offers a comfy, custom fit. 032BF, like all the styles by this Swiss label, is a limited edition – just 50 are produced of each one. The fluid curves of the front are reminiscent of details in the art deco design movement and reappear in different ways in several of the designs across the collections.
Available at selected boutique opticians including Fueter & Halder, (Baden), Parici, (Paris) and Bruce Eyewear, (Vancouver) – the award-winning Sol Sol Ito label was created by designer Sandra Kaufmann and artist Monika Fink. Photo credit: Hans Hansen. More details at www.solsolito.com CN
Diva 7 by Plein Les Mirettes
Do a Diva this summer in Plein Les Mirettes Diva 7 with its sculptured, curvaceous silhouette, and the frame front intricately textured on sleek black acetate. The artisan frames created by Christophe Morcamp are handcrafted in a Normandy atelier to the highest standards. The collection is available in both sun and optical designs. Explore your inner diva at www.plein-les-mirettes.fr JG