The contemporary styling of Jono Hennessy’s latest optical collection flatters a variety of face shapes. With beautiful colourations of silky Japanese turquoise acetate, highlighted with laminated tortoiseshell, the frame has a soft glow that harmonizes with the lovely jewel tones that are a fashion trend for autumn/winter 2014/2015. www.jonohennessy.com JG
Robert and Paul, from RVS by V., give a hint of what’s coming up from designer Vidal Erkohen for Autumn/Winter 14/15. Taking inspiration from the late 80s, the styles showcase a new direction in metal/acetate frame combos. The bridge is a detailed gold piece which is screwed in to the acetate with the RVS by V. signature hand painted red screws. As with most of the frames from this brand, the styles are available in an exciting choice of 15 different single colours and endless custom colour combinations. Prices from US$375. See more details at www.rvsbyv.com CN
A romantic, dreamy design, Magdalena echoes a hint of vintage with a beautifully sculpted acetate shape. The colourations are luxurious – gradations of mauve to rose to blush add subtle elegance. Another superb colour in this new and stunning optical collection by Vera Wang is Iceberg – cool and chic. For more information visit www.kenmarkoptical.com JG
Part of a new Modernist concept launched this year by French brand Anne & Valentin, the Modern Art frame is immediately eye-catching with its soft round inner rim and modified oval shape on the outer rim – a new take on the traditional panto. The frames in the Modernist collection all have the metal temple detail that ‘wraps’ onto the acetate front. A perfectly classic design – full of spark and good taste – that will have a lasting appeal through the seasons and years to come. www.anneetvalentin.com CN
Inspired by the opulence and passion of the opera, XL2049 features seven-lined temple filaments that represent musical sound waves. Created in lightweight and luxurious Excellence Titan, the delicately crafted temples express a melodic synthesis of design and technology.A frame that captures the emotion and joy of an operatic performance! Colours include a soft café au lait (featured) plus gold and pink. www.charmant.com JG