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The French designer is releasing a new experimental 3D SLS printed collection incorporating an innovative material combination of nylon, stainless steel and acetate

A taste of the future characterised by rule-breaking shapes dominates the new 3D printed glasses series from Jean-François Rey. The frames use combinations of nylon, stainless steel and acetate and have  airy volumes, open work structures, and quite unusual shapes and dimensions.

Produced in a range of very different looks from minimal to exotic, the collection is created using 3D SLS (selective laser sintering) technology, which offers very wide scope for exploring an unexpected world of shape. Above: model wears a dramatic showpiece in this collection – the JF2947, with a 3D front that has multiple layers

The JF 2945 model takes the classic round eye shape, and adds a further rim to either side, a construction that is both surprising and eye-catching, while the clean simplicity of the JF2944 (above) takes on its slightly more outgoing personality with the addition of a twisted 3D printed surface following the eye rims. To find out more about this exciting release at JF Rey this week, visit www.jfrey.fr – an exclusive preview by Eyestylist.com.

The Californian label’s C1-21 sunglass collection includes chic, slim styles for women with a relaxed, every day style

Snug-fitting, in amazingly balanced colorations that enhance and flatter our natural skin tones, the new styles at SALT. Optics are modern and yet timeless, fitting for our current slower paced lifestyles, and ideal through the seasons, and for every day wear. The brand continues to put all focus on their successful Japanese manufacture, where artisan techniques such as hand polishing are carefully administered, and the tiniest details – from core wires to real rivets are precisely considered. Even the thickness of the mono block acetate pieces and the placement of bevels are carefully thought through to avoid stress being transferred from the frame to the lens. Above: The slim, sophisticated model Walker is available in black, coffee black, smoke grey or taupe. These rich natural tones combine with subtle on point lens hues with exotic names such as Lovers Soul and Glass Denim. Walker is also a successful optical shape at SALT. Optics

SALT. Optics is well known for its acetate collections, but titanium is also featured. Inspired by the classic P3, the small delicate feminine shape Torres is characterised by an eye-catching two-tone effect and colour variations, achieved using a durable cloisonne application. The frame has three unique colour choices of antique silver, brushed honey gold and antique gold, with nature-inspired lens tones of denim gradient, green or crimson gradient.

SALT. Optics use proprietary lenses which have advanced coatings, filters and materials as well as offering a beautiful colour palette that balances colour intensity, contrast, and light transmission. To see the full collection of men’s and women’s styles and to find out more about the brand visit the website at www.saltoptics.com

White glasses could give you the fresh face you’re looking for!

As new season updates are more desirable than ever (after months of lockdown dressing) striking out with a fresh image is on many people’s minds. Among the colour directions on course to make a mark for summer 21, a predilection for black and white (or a crisp clean white with nuanced tones of the season) appears to offer a fine and elegant solution for fashion and frames – a statement of simplicity, with a nod to Chanel and the runways of the 90s.  Above: Gigi Studios Icons – Quartz – the universal round panto shape for men or women, model Quartz in stainless steel by Gigi Studios is available in six colorways including a shiny silver with rims hand-painted in cream – https://gigistudios.com

The US family-owned label Erker’s has just announced some of their fresh looks for the season. One of the favourites we identified is model Maplewood, a classic American-style half-rim shape, with contemporary ‘angular’ top rim. The stainless steel base with pristine white upper rim offers a chic interpretation of the monochrome palette. www.erkers.com

From the free-spirited French Woow Eyewear line, where colour is always fun and fascinating, the model Brightside1 is part of new releases designed to refresh and energise. The tri-colour variation featuring white on the upper rim and salmon pink on the lower section, combined with a gold metal bridge offers a mood of playfulness and intrigue, with which to take on the new world. See more Woow frames at www.wooweyewear.com

STYLING ADVICE – a note on wearing white on the face: white glasses suit many complexions and we advise to try both all-white and white with metal or other colours to see how the mix effects the look. All-white glasses – just like sunglasses – can look really stunning on many skin tones and particularly olive and black tones. For paler complexions, you can also try off-white – cream, blush and ivory tones are slightly warmer and easier to wear as are the transparent crystal tones which are elegant and timeless. The black and white combo is also one to try if you want a statement look that is very much on-trend in fashion, and if you are coordinating your look with a monochrome outfit, head to toe.