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  | Eyestylist 1st March 2011

Respectable Spectacle Case

At Christmas I was given a leather iphone pouch which has been a very useful gift for keeping my phone clean, well protected and discreet. I recently discovered that the designer of these covers also produces spectacle cases in soft colourful felts, either for use on their own, or with a hard case for extra protection. Susie Brown, the designer behind this Edinburgh-based home and accessories brand uses ethically sourced materials for all her products. I like the simple graphic decorations on the soft pouches which, for spectacles, include an aviator and a cats eye design. For a unique handmade product, these are very reasonable at £15.00 and make excellent presents. CN

http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/susiemaroon/product/respectable-spectacle-s-soft-case

February issue: Inspiration for Spring

 

Following our launch in January, we have been searching for this month’s inspirational designs, designers, and new launches. The creative possibilities in eyewear are awe-inspiring, and by profiling individual frame designs we are hoping to uncover all kinds of clever solutions and achievements…whether it’s a frame in wood that is free from any components, such as those made by Rolf Spectacles, or a joint or hinge such as the 3Click™ by Sutro, so meticulously conceived that it becomes a key part of the overall aesthetic, as well as the primary functional joint between the frame front and the temples.

LOFT Santa Monica Show October 16th and 17th
Paloceras
FACE A FACE
MOREL
LAMARCA EYEWEAR
Seraphin Shimmer
MIDO 6-8 February 2027. Welcome to Eyewearland
JISCO
Blackfin
Look
DIFFUSER Tokyo
OTIS Eyewear
Götti Switzerland
J.F.Rey 40 Years
TVR True Vintage Revival
SALT
ERKERS
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  | Eyestylist 1st February 2011

London Fashion Week

One to watch: Andy Wolf Eyewear

London, 24th February, 2011 – Sunglasses are generally well represented at London Fashion Week both on and off the catwalks, thanks to British fashion favourite Cutler & Gross whose vintage shades are always a popular fashion editor’s choice. Specs tend to get slightly less of a showing, although I’ve been sent a few images this year…this one features Andy Wolf Eyewear which got an amazing showing on the models at the Irwin & Jordan show on Friday.

Andy Wolf Eyewear is based in Austria where its products are handmade. Launched in 2006, the brand has become known as a niche label offering style and elegance and beautifully crafted vintage effect styling…but without compromising on the functionality and wearability of the product. Hoping to see this one again in Milan next week.  CN

http://andywolf-eyewear.com

  | Eyestylist 1st February 2011

Sexxxy

Thierry Lasry

I have known Thierry since the 1990s; he looks like a rockstar and he’s the designer of clever, cool, underground eyewear; he’s totally passionate about eyewear design as many designers in the business are…he’s always shown me his frames with such great enthusiasm that I come away impressed by the creativity, the excitement he manages to inject into his styles, and the way he manages to put his stamp on his designs…he’s certainly very popular with celebrities, and you can see why – the designs are always special or make an independent statement. Model Sexxxy is just that (with one “x”); its sister shape, model “Lively” is one that Madonna has been seen in time and again, and Sexxxy provides that lovely reminder of vintage shapes of the past, in a futuristic concept – the temples look as if they have been designed by an architect, the chunky quality of the black acetate is a wonderful camouflage (you can see why the famous faces would like it to hide behind) and yet it has an eloquent shape. CN

www.thierrylasry.com

No.1 Sun Wyatt

Mykita

Today, model Wyatt by Mykita is sitting on my desk and has caught my eye. It’s a unisex frame that has a slick shape while being as light as a feather. There are different colour options, including this gold one and the stunning black I have in front of me. Mykita’s Collection No.1 has a clever, patented “snap-hinge”. This means the hinge does not require any soldering or screws and it is therefore particularly good-looking; it adds to the design, and makes a quirky snapping sound when you open and close the temple. Sunglasses in the No.1 line come in a variety of metal surfaces, with a choice of lacquer coatings. (more…)