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Accessories Council Names Four Eyewear Brands as 2026 Design Excellence Award Winners
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The Accessories Council has announced the recipients of its eighth annual Design Excellence Awards following a ceremony held in New York City. The latest reporting confirms that four eyewear brands received category-specific honors during this event. Among the named winners is Blake Kuwahara Eyewear, which was recognized in the Optical category. The provided source material cuts off before listing the remaining three eyewear brands or specifying their respective award categories. Consequently, while the total number of eyewear winners and the identity of one recipient are established, the complete roster of honorees remains partially unknown based on the available text. This announcement marks the continuation of the Council's tradition of recognizing design achievements within the accessories industry, with the 2026 cycle highlighting specific contributions from the eyewear sector.
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The Accessories Council announced the recipients of its eighth annual Design Excellence Awards following a ceremony in New York City. Four eyewear brands received category-specific honors: Blake Kuwahara Eyewear (Optical, Independent), Kendra Scott (Optical, Multi-Brand), HOUSE of MODO (Sun, Independent), and EssilorLuxottica Miu Miu (Sun, Multi-Brand). Hearts On Fire was awarded the Hall of Fame distinction, while New Balance received the Circana Top Item Award for its 9060 sneaker. Winners were selected via public voting from finalists chosen by the council’s board and press members based on design excellence and market relevance. The awards recognize products available for purchase in the U.S. during the 2026 eligibility period through various retail channels.
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