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Collaborations continue to evolve in eyewear

A second sunglasses collaboration from the independent brand Haffmans & Neumeister with stylist Marcus Paul presents sunglasses with a striking and charismatic style that shift from bold and bulky to thin and minimalist, the signature style of the German label. As with many collabs by independent eyewear labels at the present time, the style of the sunglasses series produced with an outside collaborator, allows for a creative freedom and fresh, individualistic perspective.

The new models are produced in handmade Italian acetate (fronts) and stainless steel sheetmetal (temples), and include four shapes – with a palette that is restrained and classically inspired with lens colours coordinated in demure tones of green, grey and brown. The frames are releasing for the season at selected optical retailers as well as the fashion retailer, Dover Street Market.

Haffmans & Neumeister produce a design-led eyewear collection. The brand states that it invests in a carefully balanced fusion of considered simplicity, with quality materials, and conscious in-house manufacturing. www.haffmansneumeister.com  – By Clodagh Norton – All Rights Reserved

Beyond the much hyped Pantone colour of the year, the Spring promises a mix up of neutrals, minimal shades and rebellious brights….in the first of a series of tips on colour, we explore three unique looks in independent eyewear collections

Fear not! It’s not just the expressive tone of Very Peri that has caught the eye of the designers in eyewear for Spring. The 2022 mix up throws caution to the wind. In a first peak at what’s coming, we highlight three unique colour groups to brighten the mood.

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Gorgeous grey tones are on-trend for the season – Panto model Lava Flava in the lightweight Quantum High collection by Ørgreen Optics. The frame is pictured on the girl in Dark Skin Grey with Mat Orange. The combination is a good example of a new interpretation of eyewear colour with the strong orange creating contrast on the fine narrow temple. The grey tone is  chic and refined and also pairs very well with delicate pastels. Grey is in vogue for men and women. Find more elegant colours at www.orgreenoptics.com

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Green tones are flourishing

This year promises green tones with a vibrancy that feels modern and subtly energising. Tones of mint, sage, olive and pistachio are a nature-lovers paradise of delicacy and style while acid greens pep up darker basics and contrasts. Find the green varieties paired with contrasting colours such as gold or used as a statement tone to re-fresh and revive! For more styles in the Lafont collection visit www.lafont.com

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Orange, burnt umber, right through to honey

The orange tones are equally welcoming and invigorating in 2022, and take in a whole range of bright neons, burnt umbers, Aperol, tangerines, and holistic and healthy honey shades. Like Vada’s circular Zero in a striking, classic honey, the natural brightness of tones in this palette add warmth and energy with a ‘spritz’ of good cheer.  https://vadajewelry.com

The Copenhagen brand announces new state-of-the-art styles in their Silent Noise collection. Among the selection are four new frames created in HDCA – hard density cellulose acetate – a material with many special qualities

New styles in the Silent Noise collection are characterised by an impressive choice of materials, from carbon/wood combinations – a signature look from Fleye, as well as beta-titanium and acetate. The acetate designs use a hard density material which allows for the creation of frames with a minimal width and depth, providing a very slim and pared-back look while retaining a beautiful glow. Above: model wears the patterned version of model Elsie in the Silent Noise collection – the exquisite coloration offers a wonderfully fun and quirky statement

The frames released include 14 styles in total, the 4 acetate frames, 7 new carbon/wood frames and 3 new beta-titanium frames with subtle details. Each design is representative of the silent movie star Asta Nielsen and “her ability to create a universe full of expression without the use of words.”

In Silent Noise, a concept first launched by Fleye in September 2021, the design team was inspired by the lifestyle of Asta Nielsen. From an experiment with shattered glass as a symbol of champagne glasses, pearls and feathers and the different movements of the elements which created beautiful shadows and lightnings, unique concepts of design and colour were translated into designs and patterns in the eyewear styles.

A note on Fleye’s HDCA: FLEYE’s acetate frames are made of HDCA (Hard Density Cellulose Acetate) – a special, compressed acetate for ultra-thin, lightweight frames. The acetate frames can be created with a highly polished finish or can be sandblasted to a completely matte finish. Additionally, they can be formed in any shape while weighing extremely little. These features means that there is plenty of room to be creative with form, pattern design and colour combinations. 

Acetate is a natural and hypoallergenic material consisting of organic materials such as cotton and paper pulp. Fleye ‘s acetate frames are manufactured using a unique combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. This requires great precision to create the colours and unique patterns. Find out more about the Silent Noise collection at https://www.eyestylist.com/2021/09/eyestylist-exclusive-cinematic-chic-at-fleye-copenhagen/

For more information about the brand, visit www.fleye.dk