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Vibrant, luminous colours are a feature of the colour palette for Spring/Summer at the German design label

A fresh injection of Spring colour has come to the fore in the Mykita collections. A  variety of mixed material models in the Mykita Lite series use warm acetate with sleek stainless steel in classic square, round and panto shapes. Clear and solid tones are featuring in the line, and sun lenses coordinate with the frame tones, offering sophistication in eye-catching, balanced pairings of colours. Above: in the latest Mykita ranges…bright, luminous colours of light lilac, dark amber, topaz, blackberry and classic tortoise shades

The square model Saima has a slightly 1970s look – with a slimmer more streamlined construction for a more contemporary definition and ideal comfort. The style, produced in light transparent pink features a striking lens tone described as a “cool solid grey”.

Model Nukka, a classic panto shape in the Lite collection, is offered in a range of colours including Dark Amber with a solid Dark Green lens tone or a crystal champagne with a solid raw brown tint – tones which are timeless yet distinctive and interesting for wear on the face.

Amber tones have a wonderful earthiness and are naturally flattering for all skin tones, whether very pale like clear honey or more solid and intense.

Mykita has taken bold steps across its collections to offer sustainable materials such as Acetate Renew, a material produced by Eastman’s innovative molecular recycling technology. Their stainless steel consists of 90% recycled content. Find out more about the new collection at www.mykita.com

The frames have been designed will completely unique shapes and colours, referencing the pride flag with bold combinations and design details.

Busy stands, energy and vitality, and a party atmosphere at the annual independent eyewear event in NYC

Over 35 independent eyewear brands took part in the most recent edition of The Loft Eyewear Show in New York City this weekend, with a mix of European and US companies as well as a handful of designers from Japan. Above: a packed Friday night party at The Loft (Hudson Mercantile, New York City).

Some brands were launching collections for the first time at the event. A brand new combination concept from British creatives, Kirk and Kirk was one of the highlights. The frames fuse Kirk and Kirk’s signature Italian acrylic fronts in bright colours with metal temples – a completely new departure for the brand. Made in Italy, the lightweight temples are produced in Alpaca Silver – an alloy of copper, nickel and zinc, a material often favoured to create jewellery.  www.kirkandkirk.com

Acetate models displaying interesting thicknesses, contrasting with sharp angles and bevels were a special feature at The Loft, courtesy of VUE DC. The collection on show worked with very dazzling bright colours as well as some sophisticated classic tones of tortoise and translucent red. For the complete collection, visit the brand at www.vuedc.fr

At theo, the new pop art glasses were fresh and super funky, referencing work by Roy Liechtenstin and art-inspired details such as bold contours and printed dots. The frames have been designed by the fashion designer, Tim Van Steenbergen and theo designer, Serge Bracké. Find out more at www.theo.be

At SALT. Optics, the latest offer of new designs, made in Japan, remained perfectly attuned to the natural world and the land and seascapes of California, with nature colours and easy to wear, flattering classic shapes available across the collections.  www.saltoptics.com

The next edition of The Loft takes place in San Francisco on 23-24th September 2023 at Fort Mason Center. For further information about the event, visit www.lofteyewearshow.com