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Titanium aviators by Coblens Eyewear

16th September 2020

Virtual products showcase A passion for classic design and a particular flair and expertise in re-interpreting the aviator shape, Coblens from Germany has brought out its new model Standspur in the Autobahn collection.

Coblens Eyewear: a beautiful gold finish on model Standspur

The style comes in polished champagne, silver, slate and matt black and builds on the purity of the narrow structure and the very fine double bridge detailing.

Coblens Eyewear: fine lines in titanium – model Standspur

Coblens glasses are produced exclusively in Germany. With an uncompromising choice of materials and innovative production techniques, the company works to achieve a symbiosis of high-tech and craftsmanship for the modern consumer with a love of quality design.

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Product: Model Standspur (unisex style) in the Autobahn Collection Brand: Coblens Eyewear Website: www.coblens.com Contact address: [email protected]

About the Eyestylist virtual products showcase: the Eyestylist virtual products showcase offers a unique launchpad for new trendsetting avantgarde, artisan or luxury eyewear and sunglass products – through Autumn 2020. The showcase is an initiative designed to connect Eyestylist readers and specialist designers in the absence of international trade fairs + launch events due to the Coronavirus pandemic. For more details about taking part, email [email protected].

Design + Inspiration

Paradigm: emerging trends, vintage inspo

15th September 2020

Virtual products showcase The 2020 Paradigm collection by Kenmark Eyewear follows the tone set by the 2019 brand launch while creating a vision all its own. The new collection incorporates previous best-selling details and design elements including lightweight materials, thin profiles and combination acetate and metal construction. With eleven optical styles and eight sun styles, the line has expanded in both size and range.

Nine full acetate styles and a broader selection of sizes with more petite options and wider fits are now launched. And, as is typical of the Paradigm label, inspiration has been drawn from both emerging trends and vintage looks. Above: Paradigm model 20-06 – the double bar is a trendy feature this season.

Paradigm model 20-06 with crystal finish

In the 2020 collection, on-point dual tones in both metal and acetate and more earthy brown tones are explored alongside the existing tinted crystals. Subtle styling, with nods to the ’70s and ’80s can be found throughout the collection with jewel tones and oversized shapes designed for instant style appeal.

Product: Paradigm model 20-06 Brand: Paradigm by Kenmark Eyewear Website: www.kenmarkeyewear.com Contact address: [email protected]

Design + Inspiration

Accessories in optics – Diffuser Tokyo: an expanding collection

14th September 2020

Virtual products showcase – Diffuser Tokyo offers a growing collection of very high quality well finished eyewear accessories, designed for the stylish man, and incorporating high quality leathers and textiles. In their cases range, the autumn sees the arrival of new colours for the best-selling Horween leather eyewear case. Horween is a long-established tanner in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The quality of the leather means that it is flexible, tough and aesthetically elegant its its finish – the company uses unique technologies and oil impregnated during tanning produce the stylish and soft finish – as well as unique leather colours.

Accessories in optics: Diffuser Tokyo – new hard case in red

This traditional hard case, with a small popper fastening, is lined with good-quality Japanese pigskin leather with excellent durability. This means that the product will age gradually acquiring a unique elegance and character over time.

Accessories in optics – Diffuser Tokyo : the new military inspired glasses holders

The new glasses-holder has a military-infused design.The cord is an original linen cord produced in Fukui Prefecture, Japan. Fukui Prefecture is famous for its location in Sabae City, where glasses are produced; the district also has a flourishing textile industry due to its humid climate. The high-quality linen is functional and durable with a pleasant feel. Diffuser Tokyo products are available to buy direct from their website.

Accessories Product: Glasses holders and leather cases Brand: Accessories in optics – Diffuser Tokyo Website: www.diffuser-tokyo.com Contact address: [email protected]

Boutiques

Framed Opticians, Chorlton

11th September 2020

A new ‘Framed Opticians’ has opened this month in Chorlton in the UK featuring a selection of fresh independent collections. Beech Road in Chorlton (Manchester) provided an exciting, long-awaited opportunity for the independent optical retailer to expand with the opening of its third shop. The area offers a wealth of like minded, independent and ethical business, and a thriving community, committed to supporting small businesses and ‘shopping small’. It’s also full of fashion-aware individuals, who see their eyewear as an accessory through which they can express their style.

The store has a brand new, minimal design combining natural wood textures, with graphic lines and muted colours of grey and terracotta. With focus on eyewear styling, the staff have many years of experience under their belt; whether customers visit knowing exactly what they want, feel stuck in a stylerut, or need guidance on what suits them, the team are on hand to help them choose something that fits perfectly, suiting their style and personality, and most importantly, something enjoyable to wear. The boutique is currently stocking independent brands like Moscot, Booth&Bruce, and some special, colourful design lines such as FACE A FACE.

All customers require is an up-to-date prescription, and one of the shop’s optical experts will guide them in the correct lens and eyewear choices. Through the pandemic and current restrictions, the shop is open for customers “by appointment” and for passers-by in restricted numbers. Framed Opticians has two other branches in London (Angel) and central Manchester (King Street). Framed Opticians, 113 Beech Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 9EQ Find out more: www.framedopticians.co.uk

Design + Inspiration

Falvin Eyewear: contemporary, luxury style

10th September 2020

Virtual products showcase: Birgitte Falvin’s creative concepts in modern luxury eyewear design extend to the new titanium models – Arctic and Equator, two lightweight sunglasses with harmonious colours and finishes.

In typical Danish style, the unisex model Arctic balances a minimal titanium structure with a two-tone colour scheme conceived to flatter and enhance skin tones – choose from Falvin’s signature eye-catching bright matt fire opal with matt rose gold to a more demure yet modern matt onyx combined with sophisticated mat black gold. Above: the innovative styles from Falvin, in a shoot by Danish photographer Henrik Adamsen featuring Marina Ohm (@marinaohm) and Patrycja Walczak (@patrycja.walczak).

Arctic by Falvin Eyewear: inspired by Danish architectural innovation

The hexagonal shape of the Arctic is informed by The Crystal, an environmentally friendly extension of Nykredit headquarters at the Kalvebod Brygge waterfront in Copenhagen.

Equator by Falvin Eyewear: cutting-edge design in titanium – made in Japan

The Equator model has a delicate oval eye shape, with a small “opening” in the upper corners. Colours are equally sophisticated, with choices which include matt fire opal with matt rose gold or matt topas with matt 24 carat gold.

All of Falvin’s premium designs can be decorated with luxurious diamond settings; Falvin works with a highly skilled Danish jeweller and offers this bespoke service for those customers who wish to personalise their frame with that extra special touch. Falvin shows at the Hall of Frames trade fair, Zurich on 13th/14th September 2020.

Since the start of lockdown, Falvin has created an online showroom, by appointment, to give their customers a privileged view of their stylish collection, from the comfort of their own home or office space. Please use the email following to arrange an appointment. Product: Arctic and Equator Brand: Falvin Eyewear (Denmark) Website: www.falvineyewear.com Contact address: [email protected]

About the Eyestylist virtual products showcase: the Eyestylist virtual products showcase offers a unique launchpad for new avantgarde, artisan or luxury eyewear and sunglass products – through Autumn 2020. The showcase is an initiative designed to connect Eyestylist readers and specialist designers in the absence of international trade fairs + launch events due to the Coronavirus pandemic. For more details email [email protected].

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