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Orion

1st April 2011

Lindberg

The Kid/Teen frames from Lindberg enable youngsters to have a positive eyewear experience, with their ultra-light, flexible and adjustable designs, that fit comfortably on a child’s face. The architectural concept of Orion is an exceptionally high-quality frame that is nickel-free and hypoallergenic. Although very stylish and extremely lightweight, the frames are strong and sturdy, and can withstand virtually anything. Over the years, Lindberg has amassed 47 design prizes for their imaginative, innovative frames. JG

Further details at www.lindberg.com

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Model Barcelona

1st April 2011

Red Children’s Eyewear

Round shapes are trendy for adults now, and children love them too. This is a fun design by Netherlands based Red Children’s Eyewear, who launched their first kid’s collection in 2008. They produce funky and original styles that children can relate to, in high quality materials. Barcelona, in stainless steel and acetate is available in bright, fresh red (featured) plus a great purple, muted pink, grey and black. Red Children’s Eyewear designs are available in Brussels at SPRL Sonkes and in Munich at The Eyewear Store. For more information go to www.redoptical.com JG

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Vanni Tribe 3403

1st April 2011

Nico Design

Italian style and flair are evident in this acetate and metal frame by Vanni, with its elegant shape that is strong and durable. Parents particularly appreciate those traits! Colours are classic for more serious tastes, like the black and white frame featured, or they are available in snappy lime/black or fluorescent yellow/black. Other colours in the new Vanni Tribe collection include red, purple and fuchsia, to adapt to the wide range of teenage fashion demands. Vanni is part of Nico Design, an optical company based in the cultural and historically rich city of Turin. Their trendsetting creations have captured a Silmo D’Or and a design award from Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design. www.nicodesign.it JG

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Alfrik and Bumber

1st April 2011

Fleye Eyewear

Colourful, innovative and kid-tested! Fleye Eyewear is a Danish company whose latest collection was inspired by youngsters who gave their ideas on colours, shapes and design. Colour was high on the list of the children’s demands, so the collection includes bold, hip tones of lime, turquoise and lilac. Materials are completely free of nickel and other potentially allergenic substances. The styles above are in acetate and beta-titanium in snazzy lime green and black. You can find Fleye Eyewear for kids at Auerbach & Steele in London www.auerbach-steele.com and at Kidzz Eyezz in Amsterdam. Further info at www.fleye.dk JG

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Eye’DJ JO91

1st April 2011

Eye’DC Junior Collection

The children’s collection Eye’DJ from Marseilles based Eye’DC merges uncluttered design with child-friendly materials. Winners of a Silmo D’Or in 2009, the current collection is modern and free flowing, with sculptured shapes in stainless steel. The colour play of the featured design between the top bar and the rim is a distinctive touch. Shape selections include oval, rectangular and round. These frames are incredibly lightweight, yet designed to cope with playground antics. Eye’DJ can be found at Optique Vie in Roquebrune Cap Martin and more details at www.eye-dc.com JG