Eyewear brand Götti has introduced two new models, Mona and Myles, to its Dimension line as part of the 2025 spring collection. Manufactured via 3D printing from fine polyamide powder at the company’s Swiss facility, both frames feature a beveled geometry with concave detailing that creates soft light reflections and a distinct tactile feel. Despite their angular shapes, the designs incorporate emphasized upper edges and newly designed wide temples to enhance versatility. The frames are available as both sunglasses and prescription eyewear, offering custom-fit adjustments through a dedicated function. Specific dimensions include size 50-20 mm for the Mona model and 50-19 mm for the Myles model. Both styles come in 15 color variants, reflecting the manufacturer's focus on modern adaptability and refined surface aesthetics within the Dimension series.
Eyewear brand Face à Face is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, the company announced a new design era called Face à Face 3.0 and introduced "Faces," a limited-edition eyewear concept developed specifically for the milestone. The collection was created in collaboration with US artist Jessica Poundstone, featuring vibrant color palettes and bold architectural forms. The sunglasses emphasize duality through double colors, double F-silhouettes, and distinctive double bars. Available in two shapes, each model comes in four color variants.
Italian brand Look has released the Rigato eyewear series for men, scheduled for spring and summer 2025. The collection comprises four models crafted from high-quality acetate, featuring fine parallel lines on the front that evoke traditional Italian craftsmanship. Model numbers 4680 and 4681 present smaller, soft square shapes inspired by 1950s styles, while model 4682 includes a prominent bar reflecting 1980s aesthetics. Model 4683 offers larger frames reinterpreting 1970s designs. Color options range from classic Havana tones to modern blue, green, and rust orange, with some frames incorporating bold accents. The series alternates between polished and matte finishes to create distinct tactile and visual effects.
Ray-Ban announced the Blacked Out Collection, its first line created under the creative direction of rapper A$AP Rocky for Ray-Ban Studios. The collection features three reinterpreted classic designs—Mega Wayfarer, Mega Clubmaster, and Mega Balorama—presented in a deep black look with gold-plated details. A key element is the custom AWGE branding in a tattoo style, reflecting A$AP Rocky’s signature aesthetic described as "rebellious, elegant, and bold." This collaboration aims to highlight Ray-Ban's cultural influence and connection to the avant-garde while making a statement in the premium segment. The brand claims the eyewear is both timeless and forward-looking, targeting fashion enthusiasts and independent opticians.
Karl Lagerfeld has announced its Spring/Summer 2025 eyewear collection, featuring designs inspired by Parisian rock chic. The lineup includes the KL6188S, a men’s sunglasses model made from bio-based high-tech polymer with a rectangular front and bold temples, available in black, white, and dark tortoise. The KL6182S unisex sunglasses are crafted from acetate, showcasing a striped finish, geometric shape, and an enameled metal element bearing the Karl autograph on the temples; color options include blue striped, black, and dark tortoise. Additionally, the KL6198 is a modern optical unisex frame characterized by a wide silhouette and straight top line, offered in classic black and transparent green, brown, and blue tones.
Flair Eyewear has released its April 2025 collection, emphasizing design, quality, and craftsmanship with products made in Germany. The lineup highlights faceted demo lenses, fine titanium, and stylish surfaces. Key models include the Art Couture 9134, featuring elegant titanium temples and matte/gloss effects; the men's 9131, a full-rim titanium frame with guilloché detailing; and the 9133 and 9136, which incorporate stainless steel segments, zirconia stones, and laser technology. The 9136 is noted as an evolution of model 9124. Additionally, new frames in the 1600 series offer a subtle design, weighing only three grams and available in eight color variants.
Spanish eyewear label Gigi Studios has released its new "Revivre" capsule collection. The line comprises 14 sun and prescription glasses models, characterized by striking silhouettes and high-quality materials. Design elements blend classic shapes with modern aesthetics, drawing inspiration from past decades to create a contemporary interpretation. The frames feature premium acetate in warm earth tones, including beige, brown, copper, ochre, pink, and blue. Gigi Studios aims to use nostalgic elements as creative drivers while establishing new stylistic directions. The collection targets an elegant, timeless look with personality, positioning itself beyond fast-moving fashion trends.
Eyewear brand Akoni has introduced a new collection inspired by classic Southern California surf culture. The frames are manufactured from high-quality Japanese acetate, noted for stability, and feature handcrafted organic-linear structures that provide distinct tactile qualities and individual appearances. Blending retro charm with modern design, the collection offers a stylish yet understated look. The models are available under the name Columba in four colorways: Black Scraped, Green Swirl, Black, and Crystal Dark Grey.
Italian eyewear manufacturer Persol presented its 2025 Steve McQueen collection during the Cannes Film Festival. The line honors the actor’s connection to the brand, featuring a limited edition of the Model 714, famously worn by McQueen in the 1968 film "The Thomas Crown Affair." This foldable model is crafted from high-quality acetate with specific metal details and includes an engraved "1968" plaque. It features Barberini mineral glass lenses available in four colors. The limited edition package includes a leather case, logo strap, microfiber cloth, and informational materials about Steve McQueen.
Morel has expanded its Noémie eyewear collection, originally launched last autumn, by introducing two new frame shapes and additional color combinations for the new season. The line features a distinctive gradient effect created by layering three different acetate sheets, producing targeted contrasts, transparency effects, and light play that highlight the brow line. The frames combine solid and translucent acetate elements with clear lines and a lightweight fit, utilizing Morel’s screw-free and solder-free hinge technology found in many of its models. This update maintains the collection's focus on technical refinement and a reduced weight while offering a feminine aesthetic through the new design variations.
Götti has announced two new models, the FL04 and FL05, for its Perspective collection in the Spring/Summer 2025 season. These sunglasses feature a frameless construction with an oversized shape and feminine silhouette, designed to offer a minimalist look with low weight. The frames utilize stainless steel tones in Gold (Oro) and Silver (Argento), avoiding screws or solder joints to combine lightness with stability. Lens options include standard UV-protection colors such as Rose, Forest, Atlantic, and G15, alongside subtle tint variants like Tan, Azure, and Nude. Curved temples are intended to emphasize the side profile. The company states these models target individuals prioritizing design and individuality, though specific pricing and retail availability details were not provided in the announcement.
Italian brand Valentino launched its new eyewear collection for autumn in June 2025, developed in collaboration with the Swiss AKN Group. The line features sunglasses and optical frames for men and women, incorporating retro-inspired designs and modern manufacturing techniques. Sunglasses include elongated rectangular acetate frames with contrasting colors and logo accents, as well as rimless variants with lightweight lines. Optical frames offer round designs with crystal embellishments and 1970s-inspired styles using thick acetate with precision milling to reduce weight. Details such as metal rivets, geometric motifs, and oversized logos are prominent across models. Color options range from classic black and Havana to crystal or gradient variations. The collection aims to balance vintage elements with clear forms and high-quality processing.
Flair announced its August 2025 eyewear collection, emphasizing German-made craftsmanship. The Art Couture series introduces model 9137, a handcrafted rimless frame with jewelry elements; model 9138, featuring a floating zirconia stone and softer lens shape; and model 9142, which builds on the 9125 design with hand-colored accents and stronger contrast. Additional highlights include the "Zeitgeist in Titan" line of ultralight full-rim and rimless frames with laser engraving, and the annual "Pure Colour Special" under the theme "Spot on," showcasing unique hand-coloring and laser techniques. Model 1602 offers a minimalist design weighing only 3 grams with a classic nose pad.
French eyewear brand Face à Face has launched its new "3.0" collection to mark its 30th anniversary. The line blends traditional elements with modern designs, featuring the geometric sunglasses model "Faces" as a central piece. Product names in the collection all begin with the letter "F," including "Follow," "Flicker," "Framed," and "Forest." The frames are officially certified with the "OFG" label, guaranteeing their French origin. This release highlights the brand's evolution from classic to contemporary forms through expressive, free designs.
German eyewear manufacturer Lunor has expanded its A5 and A6 product lines with new color options. The A5 collection introduces the "Quiet Luxury" palette, featuring Light Jade, Moonstone, and Rose Quartz, alongside "Havana '94," a modern reinterpretation of 1990s original colors available in select models. The A6 line adds three matte finishes: Light Grey Matte, Dark Grey Matte, and Ocean Blue Matte. These updates aim to blend timeless shapes with current trends for consumers seeking personalized style. Founded over 30 years ago, Lunor produces handmade frames and claims fair, regional, and climate-neutral manufacturing. The brand is present in approximately 40 countries and has been worn by notable figures such as Steve Jobs and Daniel Craig.
British frame manufacturer William Morris has released three new prescription frames and two sunglasses under the "London in motion" theme, designed to reflect the architectural and cultural contrasts between East and West London. The prescription collection includes two acetate frames: Ascot 1, featuring a diamond cutaway pattern, and Bank 1, which adopts a narrow, angular shape inspired by Barbican design. These are joined by Wharf 2, a metal frame available in three colors with stepped details, drawing inspiration from Canary Wharf. The sunglasses comprise Savoy 1S, a double-bridge metal frame offered in both slim and square variations, and Ritz 1S, a narrow acetate frame for men with a bold rim. Each model corresponds to a specific London location.
Italian frame manufacturer Look has launched its Fall/Winter collection, introducing 15 new models centered on the patented Natural Injection Light (NIL) material. The company states that NIL combines elegance, traditional craftsmanship, and technological innovation, offering exceptional shape memory and lightweight properties. Key series include 4690, featuring four men’s models with two panto and two double-bridge designs that utilize the Look Hook System (LHS) to eliminate screws and hinges. Series 4621 targets women with flowing forms, mixing NIL and titanium, while series 75390 offers three premium frames milled from solid NIL. Additionally, series 5430 presents midsize models inspired by 1990s chic, designed for smaller faces with solid or gradient color options.
German frame manufacturer Lunor has introduced three new models across its A6, A12 and A14 lines. The A6 line features model 259, a modernized version of the previous model 250 with a higher lens shape and softer lines due to offset temples and a deeper bridge; it is available in six colors including Black and Ocean Blue Matte. In the A12 line, model 513 combines round and angular elements, designed for narrower faces, and comes in six colorways such as Black and Ink Blue Gradient. The A14 line adds model 706, characterized by a round, expressive shape, available in six colors including Tokyo Tortoise Opaque. Lunor states these designs aim to convey timeless elegance through proportions and classic elements.
Swarovski expanded its 2025 fall/winter eyewear collection with four new frames inspired by the brand’s jewelry lines. The announcement covers both sunglasses and optical models, featuring prominent crystal details intended to merge functionality with aesthetic design. The Millenia model offers a cat-eye shape with octagonal crystals on the temples. Lucent features bold colors and a crystal hinge, while Constella is a rimless style with crystals along the upper frame edge. Dulcis includes large lenses and approximately 900 hand-set crystals in the bridge area. These additions aim to transfer the visual identity of Swarovski’s jewelry collections onto eyewear for consumers prioritizing stylistic highlights beyond basic utility.
Silhouette has expanded the color palette of its "Clear Sky" eyewear line, the brand's first collection made from bio-circular SPX Green+ material. The update introduces five new shades intended to add depth and reflect natural vitality: Illuminating Red, Deep Forest Green, Lilac Berry Gradient, Transformative Teal, and Havanna Honey. Design Director Roland Keplinger stated that these colors emphasize individuality and align with the brand’s philosophy of clarity and lightness. The source describes the launch as an expansion of existing product options rather than a completely new model release, focusing on aesthetic variations within the established sustainable framework.
Akoni Eyewear has introduced the "Eris Gold Series," a limited edition collection based on the existing Eris design. The frames are crafted from Japanese titanium and feature a concentric double-frame structure emphasizing balance and repetition. This new iteration includes an 18-karat real gold coating with a thickness of two micrometers, providing a subtle sheen that highlights precise craftsmanship. Circular patterns inspired by the Akoni logo adorn the side shields. Each pair is delivered in an anthracite grey case with gold accents, accompanied by a numbered card to confirm its limited status.
Berlin-based eyewear brand Mykita has introduced "Amber Havana," a new color variant that reinterprets the traditional Havana pattern with contemporary design elements. The frames feature saturated amber tones combined with fine red accents, giving the acetate material a warm and vibrant appearance. This addition is based on the "Mykita Acetate" collection, which integrates the Endura hinge designed for long-term durability and consistent flexibility. The handcrafted frames are engineered to provide high wearing comfort and an individual fit through precise proportioning and balance. Mykita states that this release continues its focus on combining timeless design, technical innovation, and craftsmanship.
Fashion label Max Mara has announced a new collection of sunglasses and optical frames. The designs draw inspiration from designer Eileen Gray and artist Lee Miller, featuring geometric shapes and clean lines. Frames are crafted from acetate, metal, or combinations of both, retaining the brand's signature "Maxim" rod-shaped detail on bridges or hinges. Color options range from classic black and Havana to red, green, gray, blue, olive, and camel brown, with some models incorporating striped patterns. A notable addition is the "Joey" frame, an evolution of the existing "Elsa" model with more compact proportions, available in both sun and optical variants.
Designer Beate Leinz has presented a new LEINZ eyewear collection featuring a combination of transparent and opaque volumes. The frames utilize a custom-developed interlocking system created through 3D printing, where solid temple arms appear to break through the transparent front. Technologically, the collection employs two additive manufacturing processes: the front is produced via high-resolution DLP printing using light-transmitting acrylic resin that is polished for transparency, while temples are manufactured using SLS with solid polyamide. This approach allows for both delicate transparency and structural stability. LEINZ states that unused resin remains in the build chamber for subsequent prints, significantly reducing material waste. The company claims the collection’s CO₂ footprint is over 90 percent lower than that of conventional acetate frames. Small-batch production supports flexible color options and minimizes inventory levels.
French eyewear manufacturer Morel has announced a new sunglasses collection featuring oversized models made from acetate. The women's line centers on the "Andros" and "Argos" frames, available in warm colors such as chocolate, Havana, and khaki. "Andros" features a rectangular shape with a stepped upper edge and mixed thick and transparent materials to create light reflections. "Argos" offers two butterfly-inspired variants, one angular and one softer, with tapered temples revealing an internal metal core. The men's model "Anafi" is presented in transparent gray with a double bridge and thin temples. All pieces include polarized and anti-reflective lenses. Distinctive details include Morel’s cat symbol engraved on the lens rim and a subtle color line at the temple ends.
Blackfin has expanded its "Pacific" line for the Spring/Summer 2026 season with new frames inspired by 1970s aesthetics. Key additions include the women's models Cambria and Del Mar, which feature oversize shapes and contrast soft curves with geometric lines. The collection also introduces Davenport, a minimalist reinterpretation of the Caravan shape with a double bridge. Finishes combine hand-brushed and polished textures with PVD nano-plating, notably in Brushed Light Gold. All models are available as both optical eyewear and sunglasses.
French eyewear manufacturer Morel has introduced "Sideral," a new men's collection crafted from acetate. The designs feature clear lines and bold shapes intended to emphasize facial structure, utilizing comparatively thick acetate for depth and presence. Distinctive design elements include a visible temple core that subtly shows through depending on light conditions, and a screwless, solder-free hinge that remains intentionally exposed as part of the aesthetic. The color palette focuses on muted tones such as black, blue, and green, alongside transparent and lightly smoked variants. The collection aims for a calm, modern, and timeless appearance.
Eyewear manufacturer J.F. Rey announced the "Carbonwood" collection, a premium line primarily targeting men that combines carbon and glass fibers, aluminum, and wood. The company states this material mix creates stable, durable, and lightweight frames with distinct visual contrasts. A key feature is a multi-layer construction where carbon and aluminum are fused under high pressure in a structure approximately four millimeters thick, without adhesives or solvents. This method aims to make frames robust yet delicate, while colored aluminum treatment highlights the design. Additional features include a screwless hinge for flexibility and specialized nose pads for improved fit. The announcement describes the collection's characteristics but does not confirm specific launch dates, pricing, or immediate availability.
Mykita and Rimowa are expanding their joint eyewear collection with four new models in the "Heritage" series, scheduled for spring 2026. The collaboration, which began last year, combines Mykita's stainless steel designs with Rimowa's aluminum elements. New additions include the "Clay Green" color variant for stainless steel frames and aluminum rings, paired with "Raw Brown Gradient" lenses. The lineup introduces model "MR006," a teardrop-shaped aviator style. All sunglasses feature 100% UV protection and coatings to reduce reflections and enhance durability. The products are handcrafted at the Mykita Haus in Berlin, developed by teams in Berlin and Cologne. A supporting campaign featuring actress Nina Hoss and model Leon Dame accompanies the launch, positioning the eyewear as functional accessories expressing personal identity.
Swiss eyewear brand Götti Dimension has introduced two new frame models, Ceni and Cenaya, which revive the classic double-bridge design inspired by 1970s aviator glasses. Manufactured in-house at the company’s Swiss facility, the frames are produced using a 3D-printing process that builds layers before hand assembly. The designs feature a "Silk-Touch" surface for a soft, matte finish and incorporate visible stainless steel hinges as both functional components and aesthetic contrasts between the front and temples. Available in 15 color variants, these models reinterpret the double-bridge motif within a contemporary form language, blending bold shapes with reduced details.
Italian eyewear manufacturer Look announced in April 2026 an expansion of its "Icons" collection, introducing three midsize series designed specifically for adult wearers with smaller faces. The new line addresses demand for balanced proportions, emphasizing ergonomic fit and contemporary design. Series "5440" combines acetate fronts with Xinox temples featuring soft-touch NIL temple ends and a Block-In glass fixing system derived from TRI-X models. Series "5435" pairs acetate fronts with NIL temples, utilizing soft contours and a color palette blending neutral tones with expressive nuances. Series "6460" offers four Xinox models that reinterpret 1990s retro charm through minimalist lines and linear silhouettes. These additions aim to maintain the brand's characteristic lightness while targeting both adult and style-conscious younger demographics.
Eyewear manufacturer Morel has introduced an updated version of its "Eclipse" line, featuring a 2-in-1 concept for men's frames that combines prescription glasses with a magnetic sun clip. The new collection includes various shapes and styles while maintaining previous characteristics such as lightness, delicate craftsmanship, and precise construction. The polarized lenses are designed to visually align with the frame's lines, aiming to provide additional sun protection without noticeable weight gain. Updated temples feature a more sculpted shape with color accents on the inside to highlight individual differences between models. A characteristic double hook remains a recognizable design element. According to the manufacturer, the concept targets users seeking flexible solutions for different lighting conditions without compromising unified design aesthetics.
Italian brands Persol and Cassina have announced a collaborative eyewear collection blending optical and furniture design. The line features two acetate frames in black and Havana, alongside a blue gradient edition limited to 500 numbered pieces. Each limited unit includes a storage tray designed by Patricia Urquiola, Cassina’s Art Director, crafted from recycled leather scraps from Cassina production and acetate fragments from Persol manufacturing. Design details on the bridge and temples reference motifs from Cassina’s historical archive, with subtle branding on temple interiors, cases, and packaging. The collaboration aims to offer opticians premium positioning opportunities through exclusive availability and material quality, targeting design-conscious consumers interested in "Made in Italy" products.
The Reggio Emilia-based eyewear manufacturer Nannini has announced its Spring/Summer 2026 collections, emphasizing Italian craftsmanship and continuous growth. The group’s three brands—Giorgio Nannini, Onirico, and Common Ground—present new lines with distinct stylistic focuses. Giorgio Nannini expands its Filum capsule with twelve new handcrafted sunglasses in Italy, featuring reduced lines and lightweight materials. Onirico introduces transparent elements, double-layer acetates, and natural color gradients to highlight individuality, while Common Ground maintains bold shapes and intense colors for a progressive fashion approach. According to Davide Degl’Incerti Tocci, the company plans to strengthen international brand positioning and invest in transparent manufacturing processes and research. Nannini also aims to deepen partner relationships through headquarters visits that provide insights into production methods.
Danish eyewear brand Fleye Copenhagen announced its April 2026 collection, titled "Dimensions Extended Notes." The company states the new models focus on precisely tuned shapes and proportions, evolving existing design approaches through technical craftsmanship. The collection explores the impact and processing of different materials in eyewear design, aiming to reinterpret classic silhouettes by emphasizing dimensionality. New perspectives within the "Carbon Wood" and "Block Beta Titanium" series are intended to highlight their respective material properties. According to the manufacturer, a special focus is placed on frames designed for both smaller and larger facial proportions, underscoring the brand's commitment to developing well-fitting eyewear for diverse wearer groups.
French eyewear manufacturer Morel has introduced its new "Örigin" collection, which combines wood with titanium. The frames utilize various wood types, including rosewood and oak, and incorporate design elements from previous Morel models. Construction details vary by model; some feature metal lines running from the hinge through the temples, while others include transparent acrylic inlays within the wood. The ergonomically shaped temples are designed for high wearing comfort, and the wood is treated to protect against external influences and enhance daily durability. Technically, the collection features Morel’s signature screw- and solder-free hinges, intended to provide flexibility and a comfortable fit. This launch expands Morel’s range of eyewear with wooden elements and follows the introduction of the "Enigma" color palette, marking a shift toward a more restrained design approach using natural materials.
Götti Switzerland has introduced two new eyewear frame models, Hylde and Hover, characterized by their distinctive bicolor aesthetic. The frames feature color combinations including turquoise, pink, fuchsia, apricot, olive, and mocha. This visual effect is achieved through the layering of multiple transparent acetate sheets combined with a darker top color, which causes hues to shift depending on light incidence and viewing angle. Beyond the color design, the models exhibit expressive shaping with precisely worked lines and rounded edges that create a balanced silhouette and emphasize the material structure. A hand-polished surface enhances the depth of the color nuances and provides a glossy finish.
British eyewear manufacturer Cutler and Gross has announced a limited collaboration with musician Debbie Harry. The collection comprises three handcrafted acetate cat-eye sunglasses, produced in Italy and co-designed by Harry. The models include the oversized butterfly-shaped "Akira 001," the rectangular gradient-lens "Valentina 002," and the retro-curved "Maria 003." All frames are available in black and Havana brown, featuring a gold "DH" logo as Harry's signature. This partnership highlights Harry’s enduring influence on music and design since the 1970s. As an announcement of a new line, specific retail launch dates or pricing details were not provided in the source material.
Gigi Studios has expanded its Resort Collection by introducing three new eyewear models as part of the ongoing "In Vacanza" campaign. The brand collaborated again with British model Tish Weinstock, who was photographed by Diana Louise Bartlett for the latest imagery. The campaign features summer motifs such as coastal landscapes, sea, and sun to highlight the new designs. These models are characterized by distinctive silhouettes, clean lines, and a restrained aesthetic. Through this collection, Gigi Studios aims to present a modern summer wardrobe concept that combines functional design with contemporary style.
William Morris London announced a new eyewear collection to mark its 30th anniversary, centered on the exclusive "Royal" frame. Designed by George Clarke, the Royal is a modern aviator-style model made from high-quality acetate, available in black, crystal, blue, and red. The design draws inspiration from the iconic colors and geometric patterns of London Underground seat covers. The brand describes the collection as combining heritage with contemporary aesthetics under the motto "Three Decades. One Vision." The line will premiere at Silmo Paris 2026. William Morris London operates under the Design Eyewear Group, which has developed brands for the international optical trade for over 50 years.