French Rétro Unveils 11-Model Fender Collaboration at SILMO 2026

French eyewear brand French Rétro presented a collaborative collection with guitar manufacturer Fender exclusively at the SILMO 2026 trade show. The line comprises 11 models that reinterpret Fender’s instrument design heritage, incorporating specific shapes, colors, finishes, and hardware details into eyewear frames. Rather than directly copying musical references, the designs integrate subtle visual cues from electric guitar manufacturing into French Rétro’s signature retro-chic aesthetic. The brand stated its ambition was to create glasses capable of traversing generations, similar to iconic instruments. This partnership highlights French Rétro’s ongoing exploration of connections between eyewear, culture, and design. The collection is available for viewing on the brand’s website.