Gucci is pleased to introduce its special edition 1921 sunglasses, part of an exclusive collection conceived to celebrate its 90th anniversary. Designed by Creative Director Frida Giannini, the model pays homage to the icons, craftsmanship, and luxury materials for which the House has become renowned since its founding in Florence by Guccio Gucci in 1921.
Completely covered in natural leather, the special edition women’s sunglasses feature an elegant, large upsweep shape and glass lenses. An 18-carat gold plaque on the left temple carries a new engraved trademark, G. GUCCI Firenze 1921. The model is available in three colors – cherry, beige or brown and comes with a leather case.
Skaga’s basic collection is broad and classic in both fit and style. The brand is constantly updated with concept collections with a slightly sharper style. The most recent example is Skaga Originals by Sighsten Herrgård, which have attracted a lot of attention from trendsetting glasses wearers, as well as from opinion formers and the media. The designers behind Skaga 2011 are Carina Mollsjö, Anna Mälstad, Gustav Kristensson and Eva-Lena Bäckstöm.
Converse Inc. introduces the latest collection of Converse Eyewear, featuring nine new designs from Converse Heritage Optical and the Converse Optical that combines quality eyewear with authentic style. Converse is born in basketball and raised in rock ’n’ roll, and the new Converse Eyewear collections, just like the brand, prides itself on continual reinvention.
RYE&LYE is a creative lab proposing conceptual collections which follow a project and keep developing it over time. A laboratory where research, technology and innovation combine themselves in order to give birth to design products of great value. RYE&LYE, frames generated by the embrace between past and present to create an incredible future for the eyewear.
Inspired by Modo’s rich history, the brand adds new models to its timeless 6000 plastic series. The new acetates trace back to the brand’s heritage, offering relaxed and effortless style with a vintage feel. The Fall/Winter 2011 collection is composed of 7 new styles in a wide range of models that are ideal for all face shapes, with considerable attention to design, functionality and color that make them aesthetically unique.
The final list of Award Nominees is attached. This begins the “campaign” phase of the program, where each Final Nominee company can “lobby” their customers for their votes. OLA Members will review the nominated products during August and cast their votes beginning in September. Every OLA lab member will be sent a ballot in early September, and each company has one vote to cast for their choice. Ultimately, OLA members determine the Award winners. Final winners will be announced on Friday, September 23 during an evening reception in the OLA Lounge within the exhibit hall at International Vision Expo West in Las Vegas.
This summer Nautica has added dimension to their 2011 summer sun and ophthalmic collections by incorporating rich materials, unique design details and the element of 3D. Marchon 3D™ and Nautica3D™ combines the classic styling of the Nautica brand with the innovative and advanced technology offered through Marchon3D. Within the collection, traditional styles are reinvented and modernized through plastic and metal materials and eye-catching embellishments.
Wiley X Eyewear knows a thing or two about combating Dry Eye Syndrome, providing its specialized protective eyewear to soldiers, industrial safety wearers, professional fishermen, top NASCAR drivers and others who depend on their vision in challenging environments. Wiley X developed its Climate Control™ Series of sunglasses with a removable Facial Cavity Seal™ that blocks out wind and airborne irritants and creates a comfortable environment for the wearer’s eyes. This patented soft foam seal conforms to any facial structure, providing protection against even the finest particles or eye-drying winds, whether riding a motorcycle, mountain biking or blasting across a lake. Wiley X’s unique design also prevents peripheral light intrusion, for superior optical clarity in all conditions. Wiley X’s Top Down™ Ventilation facilitates airflow, keeping the wearer cool and preventing fogging, even during strenuous activities.
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