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Titanium Elegance from Tom Davies

16th December 2011 Tom Davies has just launched a truly stunning collection of Double Bloc Titanium frames and sunglasses. These beautiful seamless frames are created to exacting technical specifications in an exclusive Limited Edition. Davies needed to design a particular titanium-milling machine in order to produce the exquisite models, plus each frame requires fourteen hours of handwork. Fifteen optical designs, and three sunglass shapes, with modern retro features, are available in classic tones, as well as statement combinations of black and red, or black and yellow. With his expertise in creating bespoke designs, Davies once again presents an original, elegant collection. www.tdtomdavies.com JG

Fragrance with Flair from Götti Switzerland

13th December 2011 The first whiff of this beautiful fragrance is an exceptional treat to the senses. Created by eyewear designer Sven Götti, a master of multiple talents, he also has a natural “nose” for perfume. The result is a delicious fragrance that includes an enchanting mixture of spices, including bergamot, allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, cedar, sandalwood and vanilla, among others. The aromatic blend of ingredients is perfect for the winter season in particular. Götti Fragrance ’99 is a scent with warmth and depth. I hope that Père Noël tucks this elegant perfume in my Christmas stocking! Available at The Apartment Store, Löwenstrasse 1 Zurich www.gotti.ch JG

Vuarnet with Skilynx

11th December 2011 As well as the models already reviewed in our “Winter Luxe” series in the last few days, I am pleased to present two great shapes picked from the French label Vuarnet, now part of the Alain Mikli company. Vuarnet S model VL1108 (above) and the terrific aviator VL 1106 (below) are both typical examples of this elegantly presented sports sunglass collection, which focuses on quality, sturdiness and overall stylishness with beautiful retro touches. The Skilynx mineral lenses have a real history, invented by opticians in 1957 specifically for alpine use. Vintage Vuarnet are also very sought after given their heritage and quality. www.vuarnet.com  CN

1950s inspired glacier goggles from Mykita&Moncler

9th December 2011 I am still looking around for the more stylish quality protective sun styles for skiing, and with a trip to Austria creeping up, I hope to find something that suits me (can be really hard to find the right combination of style with technical features) and that offers true protection in the depths of winter when protection from wind and weather, as well as UV, is crucial for safety and full enjoyment.

Just arrived in my mailbox is this image of one of Mykita & Moncler’s new shades (model Achille), suitable for downhill runs and classic everyday use and produced in a collaboration with the German brand. They are inspired by the look of 1950s Alpine goggles, which featured round lenses in metal rims with leather side pieces for the ultimate protection against dangerous UV rays. But these are futuristic, produced in Mykita’s new Mylon material, and fitted with top notch Barberini glass lenses with stylish flash mirror finish.  Available from mid December at Mykita stores and Moncler boutiques worldwide. www.moncler.com CN