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Countdown to Stuttgart and Newcomer Award Winner!

18th October 2013  The second edition of Hall of Frames Stuttgart takes place this weekend (19th and 20th October) at Meilenwerk – an antique car museum with gorgeous cars as tempting as the eyewear that will be exhibited! A stellar lineup of brands are participating, including Götti Switzerland, Bellinger, Andy Wolf, Joel Lesca, Orgreen, Lafont Paris, Rolf Spectacles, Lindberg and many more. Above: Götti Switzerland will present their stunning new collections in horn, acetate and titanium at the event. Shown: Avaldi and August – distinctive rim-in-rim design in acetate and titanium.

The 2013 Hall of Frames/Eyestylist Newcomer Award will be announced on Sunday and anticipation is mounting as to whom the winner will be! The short list includes Claire Goldsmith; Blue Magic Eye; Suzy Glam; Hapter; Rigards; Coblens; Kuboraum and Nine. There are three prizes – gold, silver and bronze. So keep connected to Eyestylist for news of the 2013 winners! www.rigards.com www.hallofframes.ch JG

Swiss Event a Hub of Eyewear Activity

16th October 2013 The Volkshaus in the centre of Zurich was the lively setting this past weekend for the 2013 Hall of Frames Zurich, and event organisers Nathanaël Wenger and Dirk Geissmann were delighted with the turnout of exclusive boutiques from Switzerland and neighbouring countries. Forty-three exhibitors displayed beautiful frames with variety and technical excellence.

Personal appearances by several designers were a highlight for the opticians and visitors. Those attending included Sven Götti at Götti Switzerland; Jérémy Tarian and Lucas de Staël from Paris; Roland Wolf from Rolf Spectacles in Austria; Suzanne Klemm and Etienne Frederiks at Suzy Glam in The Netherlands; Eric Balzan and Mirko Forti from Hapter in Italy; Adrian Marwitz and Fabian Hofmann from Germany; and Swiss designer Didier Vorol. Above: Sven Götti takes a moment to explore the historic hallways of Volkhaus.

Artisan designs with superb quality, distinct styling and innovative colours further established eyewear as a genuine fashion accessory…and Hall of Frames Zurich as a not-to-be-missed eyewear event, in a venue with history, charm and space. www.hallofframes.ch www.volkshaus.ch JG

Photos: Exclusively for Eyestylist by Gilles Stuessi

Style Setters in Paris wear Christian Roth

14th October 2013 Paris Fashion Week excitement was felt beyond the catwalk…..fashionistas were out in full force on the street. Looking particularly stunning and über smart in Christian Roth sunglasses was Jessie Bush (above) wearing Cortina in bright, cheery pink.

Image above: Jessie Bush / @wethepeoplestyle. Paris Fashion Week 2013. Photography by Paul Dramard.

Dana Rogoz opted for Fly Girl – a super stylish design in glossy acetate. Christian Roth sunglasses are a must-have for the fashion pack, and the new handcrafted collection is full of delectable designs in gorgeous colours. You can enjoy wearing these great styles now –  order online through Eyestylist. Click on the link below.

www.christian-roth.com JG

Hall of Frames Designer Show in New Venue

11th October 2013  The historical setting of  Volkshaus is the venue for the 2013 edition of Hall of Frames Zurich. Opened over one hundred years ago, the building has had several incarnations – from rooms where people could bathe to political activities. Nowadays, the beautifully renovated structure is the scene for concerts and business events. A glittering roster of fashion-led companies are exhibiting – Götti Switzerland, Lafont, Lunor, Tarian, Theo, Undostrial, Face à Face, Lindberg, Suzy Glam, and Kilsgaard, among others. Lindberg unveils their beautiful new designs – including this lovely sun model – style 8577 – in sea and sun colourations. www.lindberg.com

Tartan is bountiful on the fashion scene this season, and Scotland has also inspired Face à Face Paris with this smart Tartan frame. Also presented at Hall of Frames Zurich will be the new fun frames in the Bocca range by Face à Face – a must have for nights on the town and clubbing! www.faceaface-paris.com

All roads lead to Zurich the 13th and 14th October for Hall of Frames at Volkshaus! www.hallofframes.ch www. volkshaus.ch JG