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| Eyestylist 9th February 2022

Inspired by ballet: The Dancers by RES/REI

Eyestylist Exclusive: Five new expressive acetate frames at RES/REI, inspired by the graceful movements of ballet

The Dancers collection is an elegant RES/REI classic. Inspired by ballet, its gestures and movements, figures and twists, the frames explore a concept of three-dimensionality with movement created through form and sculpted detail. On the upper rim of each frame, a narrow acetate line replicates rhythmic, twisting effects likened to the movement of a dancer’s satin ribbon. Above: model Manon is one of the new delicate frames in the Dancers collection for 2022

Aurora in the Dancers collection by RES/REI: delightful bespoke acetate colours are paired together

The colour combinations of models Aurora (above), Bolero, Clara, Giselle and Manon – feature playful and bright tones selected to highlight the sculptural thickness of the frame front and temples.

Giselle in the Dancers collection by RES/REI: inspired by the romantic ballet, the frame has a smooth and chic finish

A mix of translucent colours and patterned custom acetates achieve a lively dynamic to flatter the female face. For the model Giselle, a choice of several exclusive colorways include a brown and blue havana with purple, a brown and green havana with soft pink  and light blue with mint, and a stunning, unusual colored crystal effect that has the lightness of a delicate fabric like tulle or delicate gauze. For more details about the different features of this line, visit https://www.resrei.com/collections/dancers/

| Eyestylist 7th February 2022

Shining accessory details: Seraphin Shimmer

A Capsule collection from the chic line Seraphin gives sparkle to eyewear

The latest release from Seraphin Shimmer brings sparkle to sunglass styles with oversized, glamorous designs hand-set with Austrian crystals. The brand has a reputation for producing a glitzy, feminine series of optical frames and sunglasses, with embellishments that make a statement of glamour and luxury chic. Above: model wears Shimmer Sun 1 in smoke crystal – with hand set crystals – photography by Anastasiia Ses

Shimmer Sun 1 from Seraphin Shimmer in smoke crystal, and above, in black

At a time when accessories punctuated with treatments remain very much in vogue, Seraphin Shimmer’s feline sunglasses are for those who want to make a statement with their frame, wear them as a special “party piece”, or pep up something more informal with some dazzling, glittery, crystal shine.

About the collection: The Shimmer Sun collection features a limited-edition selection of sunglasses, with five frames available in two colour choices for each style. All the styles are RX’able, having the V-groove, rather than a U-Groove to ensure the lens sits perfectly in the groove and the sizes and shapes are scaled down a bit to make sure the wearer has many options for lens comfort. For more information visit: https://www.ogieyewear.com/seraphin-shimmer

| Eyestylist 4th February 2022

Best colour tints for lenses: Spring/Summer

Intriguing tones – bold or muted – are trending for the season….

Impactful lenses lend a lift and a stylish modern twist to frames. Harking back to the early ’00s and further – to the 90s and the 70s in particular lines -, the graduated, soft pastel and bold tints returning offer a rainbow of possibilities to better shade the eyes. Above: Paris Fashion Week September 2021: even in the rain, orange-tinted sunglasses with a vintage 70s aesthetic look chic – Photography By Gennaro D’Elia exclusively for Eyestylist

Tone-on-tone: Vada’s Zero

Tone-on-tone is a particularly eye-catching concept among the different choices and colours. VADA Eyes have dropped a cool classic round shape called Zero, a unisex frame with domed metal harware and delicately toned lenses which match the frame colour, vadajewelry.com

Rose-tinted: a classic colour for lenses in a slender 3d-printed frame by Weareannu

A combination of state-of-the-art 3d-printed frame and bright rose-tinted lenses – created by Weareannu, provides an excellent balance of everyday style, comfort and contemporary colour. This made-in-Germany collection is known for its good fit, comfort and timeless design. https://weareannu.com

All yellow: Kaleos model Sawyer

Kaleos – the fashion-focused Spanish brand, has several interesting lens tones including the yellow base 2 variation in model Sawyer – with an anti-reflective coating. Find more colours at www.kaleoscollection.com

EOE Eyewear Jo 53 Rosehip gold gradient

EOE’s sensational sustainable sun collection includes several subtle lens tones inspired by nature, including soil/brown gradients, pine/gold gradients (above) as well as beautiful orange and green tones. Find more colours at https://eoe-eyewear.com

| Eyestylist 1st February 2022

Favourite for Sports: Article One x Ciele

A new experience in design-led technical sports sunglasses

Timeless silhouettes, high-quality design and advanced technical detail. It’s not often we come across an independent brand that delivers athletic sunglasses that design enthusiasts would want to wear. Article One has set about creating a line of frames that deliver the ultimate fusion of fashion and performance with an independent brand’s philosophy for excellence through good, authentic design. Above: a great alternative to regular sports branded sunglasses – Article One x Ciele unisex aviator design suitable for all intense athletic pursuits – the frames are made in Italy in a small factory

Retro inspiration is a major focus in fashion and Article One have perfectly interpreted the trend with a sense of cool, handcrafted quality and design finesse: ‘Active’ Aviator by Article One x Ciele –  offered in three colours including “Red Rocks”

As well as several own label active styles in its core collection, including a super 1950s shape called Moon, the series includes a collab frame with Ciele Athletics, a company making contemporary running gear, with focus on performance and protection. Inspired by late 1970s and early 80s athletics, the aviator design is produced in light, durable TR90 with strength and lightweight properties and a notable technical bias. It has a very strong and cool look from the fashion point of view with a rimless lower section and central logo on the frame front, and behind that design is a list of technical features built in for physical activities and sports like cycling and running. The frame is fitted with Italian made Divel nylon polarized lenses known for their good quality, anti-glare and anti-reflective properties and 100% protection from UV (UVA/UVB).

The style has Active features built in – adjustable silicone nose pads (pictured) and temple tips

About the Active collection: Article One’s Active collection was born out of a desire to create athletic sunglasses that transcend sport. Named “Gear of the Year” (two years in a row) by Runner’s World Magazine the styles have earned high praise from industry insiders in the US. Timeless silhouettes paired with technical components, like the adjustable silicone nosepads, come together to create a collection where high fashion meets high speed, with real and longlasting success. Article One also produces a stylish handmade collection of optical frames and sunglasses for every day wear. See the full collection at https://articleoneeyewear.com/collections/ao-active CN

| Eyestylist 29th January 2022

Blackfin: Zen

 A colourful personal statement in bold titanium

Created from a single titanium block, Blackfin’s Zen goes for statement and individuality, a sunglass model that will turn heads, with a structural graphic style. The frame is typical of this brand in performance features for comfort and durability, with ultraflexible temples, hypoallergenic properties and Blackfin’s Radiant sun lenses with UV protection, optical clarity and a chic, contemporary design. Above: Blackfin’s new campaign ‘Colourscape’ highlights an expression of colour in grand landscapes with an imposing backdrop – a renowned Italian marble quarry 

The unisex Blackfin Zen (BF977) in navy blue with silver details

Blackfin is an Italian label with their own state-of-the-art production facility – the Black Shelter – set in the mountainous landscape of the Italian Dolomites. As specialists in titanium eyewear, their designs are the result of hundreds of processes developed through time by experts and artisans with a passion for their craft. Find our more about the new styles at www.blackfin.eu