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| Eyestylist 16th November 2022
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Buffalo horn by Götti Switzerland: new structural designs released

16th November 2022

Two new styles in the Götti natural horn collection are bold and elegant, with an attractive hand-polished sheen

Released for November, the new styles Bautista and Bloom are the latest natural horn additions from the Swiss eyewear label, specialists in the production of fine quality glasses in natural, 3D printed, titanium and acetate materials. With sculpted structures that are thick and bold, the frames are instantly recognisable as natural horn designs, offering one-off colorations and patterns typical of the traditional eyewear material. Above: the Bautista model in buffalo horn – Götti Switzerland

Bloom in natural buffalo horn: Götti Switzerland

The finish of the material is enhanced through hand-polishing to leave a subtle glossy finish that is sophisticated with a classical style.

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Buffalo horn frames by Götti are a traditional feature of the company’s collections, and have come to be recognised for their particular elegance and refinement bringing together carefully sourced buffalo horn (ethically sourced from domestic animals) and the expertise of artisans working to emphasise the natural qualities of the precious horn material, crafted with the utmost care, to make the frames. Find the styles at www.gotti.ch

| Eyestylist 15th November 2022
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JF Rey: perfectly round glasses, deconstructed

15th November 2022

The round glasses style JF3024 is a highlight in the new Autumn/Winter collection at the French eyewear brand

The French eyewear label is highlighting their new optical model – JF3024, which plays with the iconic round shaped eyeglass classic, by removing some sections of the thick, flat bold rims. The result is an impactful shape, with an avantgarde air. The colour palette adds to the distinctive graphic effect, with a choice of tones from intense black (our favourite) to refined multi-coloured acetate patterns. Above: JF3024 in multicoloured pattern effect, a completely different look and feel to the matt black version 

JF3024 – a slightly raw, industrial finish on the black version

The architectural structure created with the cut-out sections which create empty space around parts of the lens are particularly dramatic in black (above).

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JF3024 in black with the metal sun clip in place

Made in France in the Jura workshops used by the French brand, the new bold eyeglasses are also proposed with a sun clip (with Category 3 sun lens) which gives an extra futuristic signature to the style – instantly transformed into sunglasses. For more information about the new designs, first launched at Silmo 2022, visit www.jfrey.fr

| Eyestylist 13th November 2022
Design + Inspiration

Royalty in eyewear: Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses

13th November 2022

With the latest series of ‘The Crown’ airing on Netflix this month, we were reminded of some of the most striking iconic frames worn by Royalty – designed by the British eyewear brand, Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses. 

Celebrity and sunglasses go hand in hand and Oliver Goldsmith has been pivotal in framing some of the most famous faces on the planet.  The Royal Family have always played a special part in the historic make-up of the Oliver Goldsmith story; from Princess Caroline of Hanover to Grace Kelly (Princess Grace of Monaco) who famously had a vast collection of OG sunglasses, and a little closer to home – exceptional loyal support by the British Royals; Princess Margaret, Lord Snowdon, Princess Diana and Prince Charles, now King Charles III. Above: Be-Be sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith sunglasses – as worn by Princess Grace – the sunglasses were featured in a book called ‘Grace. Princess Grace of Monaco. A tribute to the life and legacy of Grace Kelly.’ A double page spread features her Ogle (sunglass style pictured below), Be-Be and Ritva sunglasses created by Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses

From the archives: front cover of Weekend and Titbits (1984): Charles wearing the Carl sunglasses and Diana in the oversized Berwick sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses
Original catalogue entry of the Carl sunglasses, as worn by King Charles (then Prince Charles)  in 1985

Princess Diana had many defining moments when it came to her fashion choices, and even today she is referenced time and again. “Her style, vision and the brave and dynamic sartorial choices she made make her one of the most recognised women on the planet and we are proud to have framed her so regularly,” says Claire Goldsmith.  In fact, Claire (Goldsmith) regales in the stories of her childhood; her mother dancing round the kitchen in a pair of broken sunglasses; when she asked who they belonged to, her Mother replied that they were Princess Diana’s – her father (Ray) had been asked to go to the Palace to fix them!

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Chas in Dark Tortoiseshell, one of the many OG sun styles worn by Princess Diana – the iconic frame is available in the Oliver Goldsmith sunglasses collection today

In 2021, Vogue (UK) wrote an article focusing on Diana’s eyewear choices and in it she is predominately wearing Oliver Goldsmith sunglasses (https://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/gallery/princess-diana-sunglasses).  They included her firm favourite, the famous white aviator, Berwick https://www.olivergoldsmith.com/product/berwick/, which is still in the Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses collection – and coming back soon in a wash of new colours – to Nisha (designed in 1987), Monaco and Chas (an old favourite).

Diana also wore ‘Rio’, another style that will be coming back into the collection soon. Carl is available as a bespoke archive piece, but as with all the archival frames at the company, anything and everything can be made to order on request! To view the latest collections at Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses visit www.olivergoldsmith.com – Special thanks to Zoe Cosby at Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses for researching the Royal styles for Eyestylist.com

 

| Eyestylist 11th November 2022
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3D printed: Quantum High for Autumn/Winter

11th November 2022

Ørgreen Optics has created new 3D printed styles with beta titanium temples

The latest cutting edge frames created using 3D printing represent a new chapter in the evolution of advanced frames offering functionality, minimal design and style-driven colour, fused into one. According to the Danish designers at Ørgreen, the technology continues to offer an enticing opportunity to design frames that function differently, that change wearer experience and offer enhanced comfort and fit. With continued focus on innovation, the design company proposes new styles with 3D printed polyamide fronts paired with sleek 1.2 mm wide beta-titanium temples, developed with their own hinge design which is discreet and refined, a nod to the traditions of Danish product design.

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High Life by Ørgreen Optics

Mixing a muted palette for the slightly textured polyamide with a touch of vibrancy on the temples creates a series of contemporary colour combinations – highlights include the Happy Lavender tone, close to the trending colour digital lavender – paired with matt gold and matt purple – and an “amber” green that has a brightness which is further enhanced by the shiny gold. Find out more about this special drop for November at www.orgreenoptics.com CN

| Eyestylist 9th November 2022
Design + Inspiration

l.a. Eyeworks: radiating artistic freedom

9th November 2022

The latest frames by the iconic LA designers are bold and graphic statements,  radiating artistic freedom through a palette of bright and energetic colours that denote hope and joy

The Fall/Winter collection at l.a.Eyeworks is uplifting and full of terrific surprises, achievable only with the most attentive craftsmanship and detailing alongside the traditionally creative use of colour and inventive patterns selected for the designs. Celebrating an incredible 43 years this September, the company continues to create frame designs that break rules and bring new possibilities for the wearer, with a whole new raft of shapes or details that promote individuality and creativity with a bold artistic “soul”. Above: Gai Gherardi, co-founder/designer, l.a.Eyeworks at Silmo 2022, wearing the Montserrat in a ‘glossy’ black – photography by Amanda Sellem exclusively for Eyestylist – all rights reserved

l.a. Eyeworks’ Montserrat is part of this season’s exciting graphic collection – the frame is made in Japan – combining an acetate rim with titanium

One of the highlights in the season’s collection is model Montserrat, a unique design which is characterised by a ring of precise perforations around the lens. The design is described by the makers as “super hypnotic” and is clearly a favourite of Gai Gherardi who has been wearing it for the seasonal shows in black.

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l.a. Eyeworks model Curly is a stunning modern square-oval shape – pictured in the wonderful “Roast Carrot” orange colorway

Model Curly offers a whole new way of wearing a shape that is inspired (but just a little!) by the classic aviator; the model has charismatic curves and an eye-catching keyhole bridge and is produced in HD acetate, making it sturdy and lightweight as well as unabashedly bold.

l.a. Eyeworks’ Goodall comes in some amazing patterns including ocean-inspired ‘Barbados blue’

Patterned materials have long been a passion at l.a.Eyeworks, and their “eye-dazzling ones” are always a delight. The angular model Goodall comes in a choice of colours (we wouldn’t know how to choose between these!), ranging from fairy tortoise and Barbados blue to  whimsical ‘sparrow’ with delicate spots and feather patterns on a translucent crystal base. Find out more about all the new styles in the collection at www.laeyeworks.com