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Chartwell 02

1st March 2012

C.W. Dixey & Son

International Royalty to British Prime Ministers have worn C.W. Dixey & Son eyewear since 1777. The Chartwell Collection (named after Winston Churchill’s country retreat in England) has recently been re-launched, including an exact replica of the frame (above) which Churchill wore, particularly when giving speeches. The dots on the temple tips were created uniquely for the great man, and enabled him to distinguish his various frames for reading, painting, even card playing. Expertly crafted in luxurious black acetate, the frame continues to be favoured by eyewear connoisseurs. Available in Paris at Les Plus Belles Lunettes du Monde. www.lesplusbelleslunettesdumonde.com www.cwdixeyandson.com JG

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Blacktie 139

1st February 2012

Dior Homme

An acetate and metal combination, with an eighties square design from an established line for men. The acetate is nicely contrasted against a slim metal browbar. The temples feature the Dior Homme letters in metal, understated yet visible. Colours include gun with black, black with spotted brown, palladium and black or gun and dark havana. A spectacle design that manages to pull off the stylish simplicity of the Blacktie sunglass collection, of which the grey aviators are my preferred choice. See the sunglass range at www.dior.com CN

Reviews

Goa

1st January 2012

Benner KG – Germany

This frame brings vividly to mind the warm and fluctuating tones of the Caribbean Sea, silky beaches and chanting seagulls – a pleasant thought this chilly season! Benner KG (formerly Grotesque Frame KG) has launched several new styles that uplift spirits during the winter months. I’m very fond of Goa, above, in shiny, polished acetate that features distinctive indentations on the front, with hand finishing. Acetate in two tones is used for the temples, inside and out, for double colouration. Available in Paris at Optique des Entrepreneurs, and in London at Spex in the City, Covent Garden. More details at www.benner-eyewear.com JG

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Otis

1st December 2011

Graz Studio

Otis is one of those iconic statement styles…designer/DJ Graz Mulcahy is making a name for himself with some interesting collaborations in Australia…including Chronicles of Never and Ellery…but he is a name in his own right, and one that promises more in terms of innovations in the frame world. Otis is a classic for men with idiosyncracies that are unique to Mulcahy…the substantial feel and flat look of the frame, the edgy shape, and serious attention to detail…this style takes a classic Malcolm X or Mad Men semi-rimless, and turns it into a uniquely fashion-forward design. CN

www.grazmulcahy.com

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The Commander

1st November 2011

Rolf Spectacles

A vintage car, designed over 50 years ago, is the inspiration for these luxuriously crafted walnut frames from Rolf Spectacles in Austria. Passionate about cars, as well as eyewear, classic automobiles are the foundation for everything the Rolf team designs. A revered, but now long gone American carmaker, Studebaker, created The Commander in 1953. At that time, The Commander was slimmer and more refined than other car designs, and the attractive silhouette made a strong impression on the creative forces at Rolf, which in turn, inspired this frame. The sculptured frame shape is as classical as the legendary car, very lightweight, and the walnut is polished to perfection. www.rolf-spectacles.com JG