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SILMO d’Or 2026: A Line‑Up that Confirms the Industry’s Creativity and Innovation

The 33rd edition of the SILMO d’Or once again celebrated what drives the eyewear and optics industry forward: innovation, design and exceptional craftsmanship. Chaired by Joachim Froment, the jury honoured solutions that redefine the wearer experience — from autofocus technology and virtual‑reality‑based vision tools to luxury smart eyewear and outstanding artisanal creations. Here are the 2026 winners, a line‑up that reflects the diversity, creativity and momentum shaping today’s optical design landscape.

Silmo d'or 2026

Children: Karavan Kids – Zigzag (Design Eyewear Group)

Sport: Julbo – Panora

Vision: Mega Optic – EvosightVR

Low Vision: Eschenbach Optik – optaro® XL

Materials / Equipment: Nidek – PHANTOM™

Technological Innovation in Eyewear: Laclarée – Autofocus glasses

Smart Eyewear: GETD & Marienfeld – The Luxury AI glasses

Optical Frames “Labels”: Lancel – Emeline (Grosfilley)

Sunglasses “Labels”: Victoria Beckham – VB 7015/S (Safilo)

Sunglasses “Eyewear Designer”: Caroline Abram – Sakura

Optical Frames “Eyewear Designer”: Maison Lune – Galet

Sunglasses “Craftsmanship & Know-how”: Brett – Ferdinand Sun

Optical Frames “Craftsmanship & Know-how”: rolf. Eyewear – Superbird

Jury’s Special Prize: Paloceras – Pebble RX

More than a trophy, the SILMO d’Or is an internationally recognised label that winners proudly display on their stands and in their communications.

Source: SILMO Paris

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