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Embracing Elegance: Pantone Color of 2024 in Eyewear Trends

Fabrics and colour swatches that include Peach Fuzz and similar shades.

By Shan Khan

As the fashion world continues to evolve, eyewear enthusiasts and eye care professionals (ECPs) alike eagerly awaited the unveiling of Pantone’s Color of the Year. In 2024, the spotlight is on “Peach Fuzz“, a warm and inviting hue that signifies comfort, tranquility, and a touch of playfulness. In this article, we explore the impact of Pantone’s Color of 2024 on eyewear trends and how frame companies can integrate this delightful colour into their selections.

Sunglasses with peach-fuzz the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year coloured acetate frames; Westgroupe's OTPS 2039
Westgroupe’s OTPS 2039
Cosmetic makeup in peach fuzz and similar shades with accessories against a peach-fuzz coloured background.

Colour of the Year in Eyewear Design

Peach Fuzz, a subtle blend of peachy tones with a hint of apricot, embodies a sense of optimism and relaxation. The colour’s versatility allows it to complement a wide range of skin tones, making it an ideal choice for eyewear frames. For ECPs, understanding this trend is crucial to staying ahead in the eyewear industry and providing customers with the latest and most fashionable options.

Eyewear frame companies have a unique opportunity to embrace Peach Fuzz and cater to the growing demand for trendy yet timeless eyewear. Incorporating this hue into frame designs allows for a fresh and modern aesthetic that appeals to a broad demographic. Whether it’s prescription glasses, sunglasses, or fashion-forward frames, Peach Fuzz adds a touch of sophistication that resonates with consumers seeking both style and substance.

Incorporating Peach Fuzz in Various Frame Styles

For acetate frames, Peach Fuzz offers a soft and elegant alternative to traditional colours. The warmth of the hue creates a flattering contrast against various facial features, enhancing the overall look. Metal frames, on the other hand, can utilize Peach Fuzz as an accent colour for bridge details, temple arms, or even lens rims, adding a touch of charm without overwhelming the design.

Translucent and gradient effects are also popular techniques for incorporating Peach Fuzz into eyewear. These techniques allow for a subtle transition of the colour, creating a harmonious blend that complements the wearer’s complexion. Gradient lenses, in particular, provide a seamless integration of Peach Fuzz, offering a stylish and functional solution for both optical and sunglass frames.

Image of stylish peach-fuzz coloured eyeglasses; Silhouette's Illusion Lite 1606
Silhouette’s Illusion Lite 1606.
Sleek eyeglasses with peach-fuzz highlights; Westgroupe Kliik Denmark K-762 S409
Westgroupe Kliik Denmark K-762 S409.
Woodys Amanda eyewear frame with hints of Pantone color of the 2024 Peach Fuzz
Woodys, Amanda
Photograph of chic eyewear with peach-fuzz accents; Lanctôt Optical's Kaleos Spencer.
Lanctôt Optical’s Kaleos Spencer.

Staying Ahead in 2024

ECPs can enhance their eyewear offerings by curating a selection of Peach Fuzz frames, catering to different styles and preferences. Educating customers about the latest colour trends and how Peach Fuzz can elevate their eyewear experience will enable ECPs to build stronger connections with their clientele.

Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2024 – Peach Fuzz – presents a golden opportunity for eyewear professionals to stay ahead of the curve and meet the evolving preferences of their clientele. By offering a range of frames that embrace this enchanting colour, ECPs can position themselves at the forefront of eyewear fashion, satisfying the demands of a discerning consumer base. As the year unfolds, Peach Fuzz adds a complimenting colour dimension to the eyewear scene, bringing a sense of sophistication and warmth to those who choose to embrace it


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The Monogram: A New Story with Venus Williams

These new, feminine sunglasses with a modern rectangular design feature wide geometric temples with the Lacoste monogram logo. The acetate temple with metal trim construction showcases an authentic, fashion-forward look. Sold in a medium blue hard case. Product can be fitted with prescription lenses.

Featured model: L6021S

Distributed by Marchon: www.marchon.com

About Marchon:

Working with leading brands to constantly push the envelope through distinct designs, innovative materials and clever constructions, Marchon Eyewear’s goal is to consistently design distinctive eyewear that offers accessible quality, style and value.

Marchon is proud of its diversified portfolio of brands, covering key demand segments in the premium end of the market.

Marchon Eyewear distributes its products through a global network of subsidiaries and distributors, serving over 80,000 accounts in more than 100 countries.

Whether helping people access quality care, supporting eye care providers in managing their practice, or partnering with local organizations to aid our communities, VSP Vision™ is there with a comprehensive portfolio of brands that keep health at the center of everything we do. As the first not-for-profit eye health company, care and compassion have led our growth for nearly 70 years. Today, our focus remains on helping those we serve bring their best vision to life.

CooperVision Science at NCC ’24 Spotlights Contact Lens Journey Factors for New Patients

CooperVision

The 2024 Netherlands Contact Lens Congress (NCC) theme is “Future Generation,” complementing CooperVision’s  dynamic scientific program at the event. CooperVision and its research partners will present multiple papers that seek to advance the eye care category, with high clinical relevance for eye care professionals (ECPs) worldwide. NCC takes place in Veldhoven, the Netherlands from March 10-11, in collaboration with the British Contact Lens Association (BCLA) for the scientific symposium.

“Our science at NCC addresses several topics that are of substantial interest to ECPs, including better understanding new patients’ contact lens journeys to reduce dropout, prescribing trends related to the myopia epidemic, and methods to evaluate the vision performance of myopia control contact lenses. They’re part of CooperVision’s commitment to using an evidence-based approach to constantly improve eye health in partnership with the eye care community.”

Francis Erard, CooperVision, Vice President of Research and Development

Key Findings and Recommendations

New CooperVision-led research has uncovered insights that may help prevent neophyte contact lens wearers from dropping out of the category. “Understanding the Initial Contact Lens Journey and Consequences of a Protracted Experience” (Watson S, et al.) used a quantitative survey (n=500) and qualitative interviews (n=12) with both new contact lens wearers (≤12 months) and potential wearers (50:50 ratio) to discover patient expectations and emotions.

Findings indicated multiple opportunities for improvement to current procedures. For example, the vast majority (84%) of patients didn’t feel confident on the day of their first contact lens appointment, but less than half (45%) had been given information about what to expect from the practice.

Protracted patient journeys due to contact lenses not being available for same day take home, a lack of consolidated practice visits, and staff limitations surrounding application and removal training were also problematic. Two-thirds (67%) of potential wearers would buy online, discontinue the process, or go elsewhere if it was necessary to return to the practice several times.

Myopia Contral Interventions

CooperVision will also present papers during NCC regarding utilization of myopia control interventions compared to myopia prevalence, performance of its DreamLite® orthokeratology lenses, data from its groundbreaking multi-year MiSight® 1 day clinical trial, contact lens handling characteristics, myopia control contact lens performance measures, and scleral lens wear amongst patients with dryness symptoms.

The company will also exhibit at NCC, demonstrating its portfolio of inventive products such as MyDay® daily disposable lenses and clariti® 1 day lenses that improve lives, one person at a time.

Held biennially, NCC is attended by eye care professionals, educators, researchers, and manufacturers from the Netherlands, Europe, and around the globe. For more information on the 2024 event’s sessions and speakers, visit contactlenscongress.com.

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J. F. Rey Celebrates iF Design Award 2024 for JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series

J.F. Rey has won an iF DESIGN AWARD for the JF3056 titanium model, in the PRODUCT category. The innovative technology of this concept won over the 132 design experts on the jury of the iF International Forum Design GmbH, one of the world’s most renowned design awards.

J. F. Rey’s creative ingenuity and strong technical expertise have been unanimously recognized by the award of this iF label of quality and excellence, very sought-after in the design world.

This recognition highlights J. F. Rey’s know-how and reinforces their reputation as one of the leading innovators in the eyewear industry.

Innovation and Style

JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series

The JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series is an optical frame made primarily of titanium, which makes it resistant to impact and wear, as well as lightweight for everyday comfort.

Special features include a one-piece face with no welding up to the hinge, flat edges on the top and nose to accentuate its aerodynamic profile, and an exclusive patented hinge with no screws or welds. Integrated into the stainless-steel temples, this custom Flex hinge is enhanced by decorative carbon fiber inserts that add an extra touch of elegance to the frame.

The model proposes morphological temples adapted to a wide variety of face shapes. They feature acetate end-tips and a metal and epoxy resin logo. The model is offered in a range of satin-finish two-tone metallic colours.

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EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana Announce 16-year Licensing Renewal

EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana announce the early renewal of their licensing agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of prescription frames and sunglasses under the Dolce&Gabbana brand.

The existing agreement, which took effect on January 1, 2020, and was scheduled to expire on December 31, 2029, has been renewed and replaced with a new accord, lasting 16 years, effective January 1, 2024 until December 31, 2039.

The renewal, ahead of its natural expiration, and its duration are testament to the strong confidence and collaboration between the two companies since 2005.

Dolce&Gabbana has held a special place in our hearts over two decades. Since our stories intertwined, we have created some beautiful, memorable and innovative frames together, each a ‘made in Italy’ masterpiece. We have cultivated a love, admiration and loyalty among the most discerning consumers, developing a deep trust and respect for each other along the way. Our early renewal signals the strong bond between our companies and the promise that luxury eyewear represents in the decades ahead.”

Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO at EssilorLuxottica

“EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana have built a powerfully effective partnership over the last 19 years, both in business and creativity. Today’s long-term renewal is representative of our shared confidence in the future opportunities from which both parties will benefit as we continue to work together in the years ahead. EssilorLuxottica’s unparalleled know-how in the manufacture of eyewear is matched only by the scale and quality of its global network of retail and distribution. Dolce&Gabbana is delighted to confirm today’s renewal.”

Alfonso Dolce, CEO at Dolce&Gabbana

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