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Paloceras releases Nouvelle Fiction models as shades

20th April 2026

The frames, which echo the original collection with a softened sculptural and more commercial design, are fitted with protective sun lenses in fashion-forward tints

Nouvelle Fiction frames, a more wearable, everyday look inspired by the first collection by Paloceras – Pebble – with its inflated, exaggerated forms – offer a new direction for customers who seek Paloceras design with ready-to-wear ease. Five distinctive shapes are proposed – square, pentagonal, round, rectangular and cat-eye inspired – with a refinement enhanced by the original lens tints and expanded colourways which “shift the mood from interior precision to exterior presence.” As before, the voluminous effect is engineered with the brand’s signature DualLayer™ laminated construction to reveal depth, dimension and a subtle interplay of colour. Crafted from premium Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate and engineered with the same structural discipline as the previous sunglasses collection, each frame has been conceived to balance clarity of form with quality UV protection. Above: the new look in sunwear from Paloceras

Olive-green translucent round sunglasses with red-tinted lenses on a white background. — Paloceras: new sunglasses collection for Spring/Summer 2026

The new collection was presented to Eyestylist.com at the trade-only eyewear event EYECON, NYC in March. The line was exhibited at the EYECON show alongside some of the young brand’s most avantgarde pieces, including Leopard Lace – a Paloceras and Djibril Cissé collaboration, and the Hydroceras Limited Edition introduced in 2025 (find out more at https://www.eyestylist.com/2025/09/3d-printed-eyewear-as-a-creative-language-paloceras-releases-hydroceras/).

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For more on Paloceras check out our interview with the co-founders: https://www.eyestylist.com/2025/05/alexis-perron-corriveau-and-mika-matikainen-founders-paloceras/ – www.paloceras.com

Design + Inspiration

A fantastic tribute to 20 years of SALT. Optics

13th April 2026

The 20 Year Collection by SALT. Optics is an exciting range inspired by the past, and crafted for the present. Eyestylist had a sneak peek at SILMO Paris…and now the styles are available worldwide

A new sunglasses line from SALT. Optics celebrates the 20th anniversary of the California-based brand. Bold acetate and titanium wrap designs fuse Southern California’s classic beach culture – an original signature inspiration for the brand – with the raw streetwear and punk energy of 90s fashion and surf scenes. The heritage styles, imagined with a variety of traits of the brand from its earliest days, are recreated with bold 90s and Y2K attitude, a sought after direction in street fashion today. Above: throwback inspiration meets contemporary vision: a memorable new campaign presents the 20 Year Collection by SALT. Optics

SALT. Optics: fine titanium shades are a special feature of the anniversary collection (pictured, model Jahn)

The titanium shades in the release – model Crue and model Jahn, are bold interpretations of 1990s looks. Model Crue is a unisex 8-base wrap titanium aviator with performance-driven coverage in a sleek classic silhouette. Model Jahn “channels the effortless cool of 1990s California”. The frame is minimal and clean, with understated edge.

SALT. Optics – Shayla is a standout style for summer 2026

The oversized Shayla is an outstanding woman’s sunglass style in this collection. The style perfectly reimagines the classic wrap in a dramatic feminine form with oversized curves and a sculpted high-coverage profile.

With all seven designs produced in custom Japanese acetate, Japanese titanium and handcrafted in Japan, this 2026 sunglasses collection represents a true celebration of SALT. Optics’ design quality, independent spirit and signature style. Further details include newly developed hardware and proprietary hinges as well as a 20th anniversary plaque, appearing on frame tips.

Find out more about the 2026 collection at SALT. Optics : www.saltoptics.com and in our sneak peek in December here: https://www.eyestylist.com/2025/12/coming-soon-the-20-year-collection-by-salt-optics/

Eyestylist has followed SALT. Optics closely since the Eyestylist site launch in 2011. The first SALT. Optics product to appear on Eyestylist was model Annabel, a “flirty” cat eye featuring the brand’s signature pink tone at the time: https://www.eyestylist.com/2011/03/mido-2011-milan/

Reviews

Carbonwood by J.F. Rey

5th April 2026

Showcasing advanced aesthetic and comfort properties, new model JF3129 exemplifies the bold ‘tech’ spirit of J.F. Rey’s carbon fibre combination designs for men

The new statement ophthalmic aviator design from J.F. Rey has a visually striking appearance thanks to the combination of materials and their performance details. The frames in the series boast a sophisticated multilayer construction, combining carbon and aluminium within an ultra-thin 4mm structure. Compressed under high pressure, without glue or solvents, the result is a finish that offers lightness and real strength.

The contrast in the materials defines the unique character of this popular J.F. Rey collection. Wood brings warmth and authenticity, while technical fibers (the carbon and glass) lend a more contemporary look. ‘Technical’ tones (such as the bright blue pictured below) paired with varnished wood finishes further emphasise a unique duality in the design. Above: model wears JF3129

JF3129 by J.F. Rey – a flat-top design for men

With focus on the technical performance of the details, the frame style features the patented, screwless J.F. Rey Olympus hinge for flexibility and durability, adding a true signature detail on the frame. Ergofeel® VISOTTICA nose pads ensure a precise fit for superior comfort. The frame comes in four tones including a red-flecked version as well as the blue/wood combination pictured above. Find out more at www.jfrey.fr

Reviews

A-Morir makes ‘Anime-Eye’ statement sunglasses

23rd March 2026

Unveiled this month in New York: Chibi – a collector’s piece for 2026

Kerin Rose Gold has unveiled her latest eyewear creation this month, a ready to wear concept “at the intersections of joy, rebellion, inspiration and aspiration”! The oversized ‘anime’ eye (inspired by Japanese animation) is meticulously designed and handcrafted out of four premium acetates with a smoke lens pupil. Inlaid crystals accent the irises like the reflection of surreal sun beams, and the custom shape “joyfully thwarts facial recognition technology” says the designer – with pride.

The anime eye shape, inspired by Japanese animation, is always full of character and distinctive highlights. In Kerin Rose’s sunglass design, the shape and colour combinations reflect the signature audacity of the New York designer with the stylised black upper lashes and bold colour expression transforming the frames into a fresh, playful piece of wearable art. Above: the Chibi sunglasses in purple by A-Morir

A-Morir Chibi – a new original design by Kerin Rose Gold

Each frame comes with a branded cushioned leatherette pouch, cleaning cloth, certificate of authenticity and care card. Just 50 pieces of each colour have been produced. The frame has been launched on the A-Morir website (https://shop.a-morir.com) and for optical retailers via Julia Gogosha – https://templeofframes.com.

About the brand / a-morir pioneered the 21st century trend for embellished eyewear by combining bespoke production and premium materials with sophisticated design. What began as custom work for musical artists and performers in 2008 has evolved into a true luxury brand seen on global stages and editorials around the world.

Design + Inspiration

Eyewear designer Nirvan Javan works with Alfredo Häberli

19th March 2026

The designers have created a 3D printed collaboration collection

Developed to mark the 10th anniversary of the brand, NIRVAN JAVAN, this new collaboration collection pays homage to the two designers’ shared home city, Zurich. The frames are described as following a strictly defined formal language, drawing on essential elements. Typographic principles and urban geometry serve as references: five geometric base shapes are varied, with that are proportions finely adjusted, and details providing interesting accents. Much like font design or typesetting, “the magic” of the frames is described by Nirvan Javan as “lying in the nuances”.

Designed, developed, and produced in Switzerland, these 3D printed models aim to marry technical consistency with creative finesse. Clean lines in 3D printing, seamless transitions, and a coherent materiality define the aesthetic while titanium temples merge with the organic fronts. Above: Nirvan Javan and Alfredo Häberli

Swiss-Argentinian designer, Alfredo Häberli is renowned in the design world for his wide-ranging work, which includes furniture and lighting as well as everyday objects. As a designer he follows a clear aesthetic rooted in his personal credo: “Observing is the most beautiful form of thinking.” With his first eyewear designs, created in close collaboration with Nirvan Javan, a long-held passion project found its expression.

The collaboration between Nirvan Javan and Alfredo Häberli embodies an understanding of design as a cultural practice and exchange, locally rooted, yet internationally resonant. Find out more at www.nirvanjavan.com