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| Eyestylist 18th January 2016

The Shining by RVS Hand Made Eyewear

RVS takes a new direction for 2016 with The Shining, their first ever glossy collection since launching in 2007. All the Limited Edition frames in the new collection showcase laminated acetates with a custom look and unique colours and patterns.

Handmade with focus on originality and personality, the collection includes Annette, a dramatic, asymmetrical design, pictured in confetti and black with a delicate purple fade lens. Tthe styles are limited to a production of just 100 pieces for each colour and bear the usual traits of an RVS frame such as high-quality “0” base anti glare, scratch resistant lenses and signature handpainted red hinge screws.

The Shining collection is launching exclusively via the RVS web store and will be available at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus from February. The collection will be stocked subsequently in selected eyewear boutiques worldwide through 2016.  More details available at www.rvseyewear.com CN

| Eyestylist 13th January 2016

8322 by Jono Hennessy

Claude Monet’s beautiful, lush gardens are the inspiration for a vivacious design by Jono Hennessy. The modern classic shape is blooming with Monet colours – reminiscent of his gorgeous gardens and a glorious summer day. Quality acetate embellishes the tonal radiance of the colours. More news about the latest designs from the Australian brand at www.jonohennessy.com JG

| Eyestylist 13th January 2016

Countdown to Opti-Munich

A premier eyewear event of 2016 opens on Friday in Munich, and visitors from across the globe, will be heading to Germany. Presentations include quality, innovative eyewear designs from international creators. Silhouette showcases their collections, including the featherweight Titan Accent designs (above). Sophisticated, slim and refined, the frames are culminations of years of research by the Austrian brand. www.silhouette.com

Lover No. 6 in Loving Blue by Adrian Martwitz
Lover No. 6 in Loving Blue by Adrian Martwitz

Adrian Marwitz launches his beautiful Loving Strangers in Munich. “We all need dreams,” says the German designer, “that”s the thinking behind Loving Strangers.” Lover No 6 in exquisite Loving Blue is handcrafted in Adrian’s favourite material – Titanium. www.adrianmartitz.com

Burton by Claire Goldsmith
Burton by Claire Goldsmith

Experience, skilled workmanship and beautiful materials highlight the Claire Goldsmith Optical Collection. A new design will preview in Munich – the superbly crafted Burton, which is available in wonderful colours including Tortoise Green (featured) Indigo, Matte Dark Tortoiseshell, Tortoise blue and Matte Black. Visit www.olivergoldsmith.com to see more luxurious frames from this distinguished British brand. www.olivergoldsmith.com

Firenze by Coppe & Sid
Firenze by Coppe & Sid

Timeless design, Italian artisan elements, and quality materials inhabit the frames at Eye Design Club. Coppe & Sid also have a propensity for history, and Italian Bridges are the inspiration for frames they will show in Munich. Firenze in acetate and metal is available in colourations reflecting the warm, sunny spirit os Italy.www.eyedesignclub.com

| Eyestylist 11th January 2016

OPTI-Munich: Exceptional Eyewear

Enthusiasm and anticipation mounts as the 2016 edition of OPTI-Munich opens on Friday this week. The impact of eyewear and its global perspective is evident with thirty-seven countries participating. Choice and creativity will feature abundantly! ROLF, who produces artisan eyewear in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps, sets the pace with Flaminia 202 (above) from the “excellence collection.” Beautiful, natural woods – eucalyptus and silver oak – ensure a distinctive frame for women with feminine contours and sophistication. www.rolf-spectacles.com

Tamal by Sven Götti Götti Switzerland
Tamal by Sven Götti Götti Switzerland

Retro and modern concepts elegantly unite in Sven Götti’s Tamal ultra-light sunglasses. The authentic round panto shape is orchestrated in Titanium, with half-mirrored lenses – cool and chic! Tamal also features the patented SPIN & STOW technology developed by Götti Switzerland, enabling the frames to be folded and stowed away with a simple twist. www.gotti.ch

Togo by Luca Gnecchi Ruscone L.G.R.
Togo by Luca Gnecchi Ruscone L.G.R.

Togo – by Luca Gnecchi Ruscone at L.G.R. – merges past and present, with an intriguing design in metal and acetate. Handcrafted in Italy, the sunglasses have contemporary, flat zero-base tempered mineral lenses, and – the trend to note – a perfectly round shape. Available in luxurious colours of Matt Black with gold mirror lenses (shown) Silver/Black, and Havana with Green Vintage lenses. www.lgrworld.com

Optical D055 by Eric Balzan HAPTER
Optical D055 by Eric Balzan HAPTER

Retro, round and combining the past with haute-technology enriches eyewear design. Eric Balzan at HAPTER launches a new model at OPTI-Munich – Optical D055  – with a sleek panto-shape and lightweight nylor construction. Italian fabric in beautiful colourations from the prestigious Cerruti 1881 Mills feature on the top bar and temples. Classic and modern! www.hapter.it

SUPER by British Brand Zoobug
SUPER by British Brand Zoobug

Fun, colourful, and coveted shapes in striking colours is the fashion news from Zoobug for SS 2016. Kid’s needs and eye care are the primary consideration at Zoobug, and Super (above) features fine quality, polarised lenses with 100% UV protection. Find Zoobug and the trendy collection for children (optical and sunglasses) at OPTI-Munich at REM – stand C1.229 www.zoobug.com OPTI-Munich 15-17 January Fairground Messe Müchen www.opti.de JG

| Eyestylist 8th January 2016

New Year – new looks

A New Year is a great time for fresh starts and fabulous new eyewear. Creative artisans ensure that beautiful, elegant and amazing frames bring style and originality to the forefront of eyewear. LINDBERG takes a daring approach to sunglasses with an avant-garde design with floating lenses – entirely unique and a speciality in the brand’s solar collection. Style 8403 showcases LINDBERG’s high performance, cut-out frame with exceptional quality and fine, customised craftsmanship. Apparent, Iconic luxury. The Danish brand will be exhibiting at OPTI-Munich 15-17 January. www.lindberg.com

Lady Bird Crystal Butterfly by Anna-Karin Karlsson
Lady Bird Crystal Butterfly by Anna-Karin Karlsson

Anna-Karin Karlsson launches the New Year with glamorous sunglasses and delicate handmade butterflies that are dipped in 24 Carat gold. The Swedish creator sculpts fine acetate into Lady Bird’s graceful curves, with the end tips also dipped in 24 Carat gold. Find more luxuruious frames from AKK at www.annakarinkarlsson.com