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  | Eyestylist 10th April 2025

Look : Rigato men’s series

Part of Look’s modern MODA collection, the Rigato style 4680 features a grooved decoration in the acetate material

Adding to its already colourful collection, the new Rigato optical styles feature a particularly eye-catching detail on parts of the design. Very narrow grooved lines on the edges of the front – like reeding on the edge of a coin – decorate the frame and add a visible contrast to the smooth surfaces of the translucent frame fronts.  In this series, the shapes reinterpret the iconic styles of the past with a contemporary twist. The small 4680 style features 1950s-inspired squared lines that makes it soft and rounded. Above:the new entry at Look – Rigato contemporary designs for men – the Italian word ‘rigato’ translates lined or scored

Close-up: Rigato features a linear decoration – adding texture

Colours in this collection further highlight the details and contrasts between polished, matt and ridged surfaces and draw from both tradition and modern design trends to create something unique: as well as havana hues and solid natural shades like orange-infused rust, the blue and green accents, combined with natural brown temples, offer men an alternative more energised eyewear style with a brightly coloured finish. Find out more about these new designs at www.lookocchiali.it

  | Eyestylist 9th April 2025

SunGod opens store in Covent Garden, London

SunGod’s first UK store opens on Henrietta Street in London

The independent sports eyewear brand, SunGod has opened their first store in Covent Garden in London. The brand, which was first launched in 2013, has created the store or “basecamp” to inspire deeper connections with its community and reaffirm its status as a ‘challenger’ sports eyewear brand – making waves in the eyewear industry and beyond. Events are planned for the new space in London, including athlete and ambassador events, run clubs, customisation experiences, product tests and more.

The new SunGod store in Covent Garden

About SunGod From crowdfunding ‘start-up’ in 2013, SunGod has grown into a community-built, globally recognised eyewear brand. Through their lenses and actions, sustainability and community are woven into the brand’s DNA. As a certified B Corp™ and 1% For The Planet member, with carbon-neutral products and operations – plus a Lifetime Guarantee on every product – SunGod has been committed to sustainability from day one. In recognition of these actions, they were awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Sustainable Development in 2023 (UK). Today, SunGods are worn by elite athletes and teams around the world who range from WorldTour cycling teams like SD Worx and the INEOS Grenadiers, to globally recognised names such as England Cricket and McLaren F1 Team. For more information visit www.sungod.co

  | Eyestylist 8th April 2025

Red eyewear: the new statement colour

The colour red is one of the hottest choices in eyewear in 2025 – in all materials!

Red eyewear has become a fashion statement this season, with red-tinted lenses and red frames growing in popularity as the colour also soars in fashion. Cherry, tomato, siren and all manner of variants of red from deep and dark to brilliant and bright are popping up in eyewear and sunglasses lines, redefining the colour palette with new vibrancy and radiance. Above: The Marni collection by RSF features some gorgeous fiery red tones, https://retrosuperfuture.com

LALA III by Anne&Valentin: a favourite bright red for Spring/Summer 25

The Walaland collaboration collection between Anne&Valentin and artist Camille Walala features several red tones including tagada red, velvet red and warning red. The colours in this line have been selected to “pop” as much as the shapes. The LALA III pictured is an oval shape described as a geometric bandeau with steampunk at heart. www.anneetvalentin.com

Minnehaha Mist by OGI Eyewear – an expressive shape meets a bold use of colour

Model Minnehaha Mist by OGI Eyewear comes in a dark red jewel-inspired tone that creates a graphic expression for the design; this frame offers a unique shape, combining a balanced circle with a geometric edge. The thick glossy acetate adds to the drama! www.ogieyewear.com

Rolf : Evolved collection sees new bright red combined with grey

At Rolf, the colour palette has been extended for Spring/Summer with a fiery red tone in the Evolved collection. The bright red fronts are combined with a natural grey tone for temples. The collection is described as offering more than just a new colour: “….it is a statement for all those who enjoy life to the fullest and are not afraid to stand out.” www.rolf-spectacles.com

NW77th : the colour combinations featured a scarlet tone called “snow red”

Red is one of the highlighted trendy colours in the NW77th eyewear collection for Spring, a handcrafted line of acetate models created in a custom-designed colour palette. https://nw77th.com

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At the Italian independent eyewear brand, {rewind}, the cute oval Gravity model comes in a number of attractive tones including transparent cherry red. This style has balanced, gentle proportions and exudes femininity and individual style. www.rewindeyewear.com

Ørgreen Optics : Better Sun with 3D Ring 

Ørgreen Optics injects fresh colour into its most popular sun styles for SS25. Styles like the Better Sun 3D Ring are evidence of this new approach, where the models blend style and functionality with eye-catching colorways such as this matt black with red. www.orgreenoptics.com

Carmen by Jisco Style: inspired by the energy of the dance floor, the frame has a confident oversized silhouette and retro-chic colour combo

Spanish brand Jisco Style reinvigorates classic shapes with fresh Mediterranean-inspired colours and combinations. Model Carmen offers a striking combination of red on white and tortoise acetate layers, creating a dashing and bold look that was inspired by the vibrant spirit of their “Discotheque campaign”. www.jiscostyle.com

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  | Eyestylist 7th April 2025

Morel: archive inspiration for new designs

Models Leavitt and Nobel draw on designs from the French company’s archive…

New ophthalmic designs at Morel, announced just a few days ago, draw on the expertise and heritage of the French eyewear producer founded in 1880 in the Jura mountains. The frames are created in acetate and metal with particular details to transform the styles for a contemporary context. Above: The new styles at Morel, Leavitt and Nobel

Unisex model Leavitt by Morel – available in black and chocolate brown

Model Leavitt is a round acetate design with a flattened top and distinctive keyhole bridge. Lightweight and delicately finished, the style benefits from a technically robust Morel hinge for comfort and durability. Metal hardware is visible on the front.

Model Nobel by Morel: minimal + lightweight

The Nobel metal frame is inspired by Morel’s iconic Tydée, a signature model launched by the company in the 1960s; this design also incorporates modern features like the flex hinge for superior comfort and feels lightweight and minimal with a look that is particularly desirable for everyday wear. This model is adorned with the company’s signature five-line engraving – a sign of the company heritage engraved on each end piece, and visible from every angle. Find out more about the two frames and the rest of the eyewear collection by Morel at www.morel-france.com

  | Eyestylist 4th April 2025

Eyestylist Exclusive: EYECON Show debut, NYC

Space for relaxed conversation and networking as well as buying, “blending commerce with culture and creativity” – the EYECON Show attracted optical retailers with a special interest in luxury and independent eyewear as well as industry experts and insiders – the inaugural edition of EYECON Show, created by Tarrence Lackran,  took place in March 2025 at the Glasshouse, NYC 
Luxury eyewear collections and accessories by international designers and brands were showcased by the EYECON show, curated by Founder, Tarrence Lackran and described as “a reimagined eyewear experience”. The B2B eyewear show took place from 14th to 16th March 2025 during the new Eyewear Design Week (EDW) – a newly launched destination event for optical retailers and opticians offering multiple showrooms around New York City in which to discover the latest independent eyewear designers and their collections.
This event brought together brands and influential players in the luxury eyewear segment at the Glasshouse, a refined venue in Manhattan with views over the Hudson River. The inaugural edition featured a mix of exclusive brands – many of which had their founders and designers attending in person. They included LAPIMA (Brazil), Ahlem (LA), Anna Karin-Karlsson (Sweden), JACQUEMUS (France), Dita Lancier (US), Oscar Mamooi (Italy), Solamor (France), KURO Athletics (US), Selima Optique (US) Vakay (Tunisia) and CAPOTE Eyewear (Ibiza).  Above: Sunglasses by Selima Optique at EYECON Show
EYECON[VERSATION]: Tarrence Lackran with panelists Brandon Murphy (Brandon Murphy),  Julia Gogosha (Gogosha Optique, LA), Dr. Jennifer Tsai (Line of Sight), Siria Alvarez (Tatiana Restaurant by Kwame Onwuachi), and Jeff Rednour (Equinox Hotels) – the discussion was entitled ‘Designing Desire: crafting a luxury eyewear experience’
Capote Eyewear from Ibiza at EYECON
Tarrence Lackran, Founder, EYECON
“At EYECON, the synergy between the brands has been exactly what we envisioned—independent, design-driven eyewear houses connecting with retailers who truly appreciate craftsmanship and innovation. The curated nature of the show has allowed for more meaningful engagement, and that’s something we’ll continue to refine…”  Tarrence Lackran, Founder, EYECON
LAPIMA at EYECON Show, NYC
As well as friendly energy and networking, an exclusive ambiance for buyers, fine catering and opportunities to discover new handpicked collections and brands, a particular highlight at EYECON was the daily programme of panel discussions (EYECON[VERSATIONS]) which explored the evolving landscape of luxury eyewear, the particular challenges of optical retail and perspectives from the worlds of sports and fashion and other sectors such as hospitality on building luxury experiences for retail success.
Showing at EYECON from Italy: Oscar Mamooi

EYECON Show 2026 Asked about what is planned for 2026, Lackran told Eyestylist this week: “We have not settled on our dates yet, but plan on participating in next year’s Eyewear Design Week. For next time, we’re already thinking about ways to enhance the experience—possibly expanding our programming, incorporating more interactive brand moments, and even exploring additional partnerships that align with the luxury ethos of EYECON. Growth is definitely on the horizon, but our focus remains on maintaining the exclusivity and high-level curation that make this event special. I would rather have the right brands versus a lot of brands.”

To find out more about EYECON visit https://www.eyecon.show/

Images by @jeremiahhgamble for EYECON Show / This feature was written by Clodagh Norton exclusively for Eyestylist.com.