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June 30, 2023June 29, 2023

GÖTTI: Refined Swiss Design, Craftsmanship and Technical Innovation

Since its founding in 1998, GÖTTI has focused on innovation, quality, and sustainability. The unmistakable style bears the signature of Sven GÖTTI; unique in design, minimalist and harmonious with the addition of that “Swiss” touch that reflects the highest quality standards.

At the Sven GÖTTI headquarters, one immediately feels the serenity of a working environment in which employees are truly part of the Team.

Sven guides young talents by creating technical innovations that are part of his great wealth of knowledge and experience. Innovation is a continuous process of improvement shared with the Team. He inspires them to understand that human beings have the aptitude to constantly change, grow, and look at new horizons.

GÖTTI BIONIC – INSPIRED BY NATURE

The idea is simple: a sustainable eyewear collection based on reduction and simplification.

GÖTTI BIONIC glasses are crafted while enabling sustainable and resource-saving processes in keeping with the ethos of “slow eyewear.”

The glasses are printed in 3D from a single material based on the seeds of the castor bean plant. This bio-based polyamide offers greater flexibility compared to other 3D-printed materials, creating the opportunity for new shapes and forms. A new hinge, inspired by human ball-and-socket joints, is the reason behind the new collection’s name: BIONIC.

GÖTTI BIONIC frames, with their delicate finesse and minimal presence, can impress yet do not lose strength and consistency. They are the ultimate in technical precision and aesthetic refinement: GÖTTI’s typical inspiration.

Check out Mark Matthew’s article in the May-June issue of Optik Magazine!

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023

Cyclists Ride Together in Ottawa to Bring Hope to Canadians Living with Blindness

On Sunday, July 9, cyclists will be gearing up and riding together in our nation’s capital for Fighting Blindness Canada’s Cycle for Sight Ottawa fundraising event, in support of advancing vision research and bringing hope to the estimated 1.2 million Canadians living with vision loss.

With ride distance options ranging from 25km to 100km and the option for a 5km walk around Mud Lake Trail, participants will enjoy a scenic and fully supported ride through the countryside west of the city, culminating in a finish line celebration party, BBQ and free massages for riders. The nationally hosted event is expected to raise over $500,000.

“To date, Cycle for Sight has raised $6.2 million, contributing directly to research that is transforming lives,” said Mirja Raita, Manager, Cycle for Sight. “Participants are not just helping their friends and family members impacted by vision loss, they’re helping as many as 8 million Canadians living with an eye condition that puts them at risk of blindness.”

Cycle for Sight Ottawa is 1 of 5 locations taking place across Canada. A virtual participation opportunity is also available for individuals to enjoy with an activity of their choice: running, dancing, swimming, or moving in any way in support of sight-saving research.

Register to participate or sign-up to volunteer at cycleforsight.ca

Date: Sunday, July 9, 2023

Location: Britannia Park, 2805 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K2B 8K6

Time: 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (welcome and opening ceremonies begin at 8:15 a.m., first cyclists depart at 8:30 a.m.)

Choice of distances: 25k, 50k or 100k ride, or 5km walk.

Click HERE for the full press release.

June 29, 2023May 4, 2023

Etnia Barcelona Presents XX “Zebra, Heritage Vol. 3”

The new Etnia Barcelona Collection is a kind of love letter to Africa, to its culture, traditions and colours; Pop Art inspired shapes in acetates that reproduce animal print textures in vibrant colours. Three models in 7 mm natural Mazzucchelli acetate, crafted in 3D designs. Oversized frames ending in a substantial, gold encrusted temple tip.

Featured model: The Kennedy 4 Sun

Distributed by: www.etniabarcelona.com

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023

EssilorLuxottica and Jimmy Choo Announce Ten-year Licensing Agreement

EssilorLuxottica and Jimmy Choo announce that they have signed an exclusive license agreement for the design, manufacture, and worldwide distribution of Jimmy Choo Eyewear.

The agreement will be effective from January 1, 2024, until December 31, 2028, with an automatic renewal option of an additional five years. The first collection under the agreement will be available on the market from Q1 2024.

The collections will be developed under the leadership of Jimmy Choo Creative Director Sandra Choi. The partnership brings Jimmy Choo Eyewear into a new era, with a commitment to the continuous pursuit of excellence that embodies the Jimmy Choo approach to luxury.

Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO of EssilorLuxottica said: “We are excited to embark on this new journey with Jimmy Choo, a pioneer in the art of celebrity styling and the global luxury business. Together, we will design innovative luxury eyewear collections that will embody the best of the brand’s artistic vision and signature glamour. In turn, our collaboration will further strengthen the high-luxury segment in the eyewear category.”

Hannah Colman, CEO at Jimmy Choo said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with EssilorLuxottica combining our shared expertise in accessories and eyewear categories to bring to life the essence of Jimmy Choo’s glamorous and confident aesthetic.”

Click HERE for the full press release.

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023

Transitions Launches Diversity Advisory Board in Canada

Recognizing its long-standing history of supporting diversity and inclusion efforts in the optical industry, Transitions Optical has announced the launch of a new Diversity Advisory Board in Canada. The board includes eye care professionals with expertise on the unique eye health and communication needs of diverse patients, specifically the three largest and fastest-growing BIPOC populations in Canada, Asian Canadians, Black Canadians and Indigenous Canadians.

The new board held its inaugural meeting in Vancouver, B.C. in June 2023. During the meeting, the Board discussed goals and objectives for the year, including efforts to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate vision care to a diverse patient base and to help improve representation of diverse populations in the optical industry, through outreach to student populations beginning career planning and current optical industry professionals. The Board’s efforts will build on recent activities including country-wide research conducted in 2022 to determine perceptions of eye health risks among diverse populations in Canada, a resulting thought leadership white paper and a partnership with Ay Lelum, a second-generation Coast Salish Design House from Nanaimo, B.C.

Members of the 2023 Transitions Canada Diversity Advisory Board include:

Danielle Gordon, O.D. – Sphere Optometry
Wael Yassein – The Eye Shoppe
Essence Johnson, O.D. – Parkland Hospital
Vi Tu Banh, O.D. – Uxbridge Optometry
Germain Dupuis, O.D. – Centre Visuel du KRT
Harbir Sian, O.D. – Highstreet Eyecare, Clarity Eyecare
Aunalee Boyd-Good – Director at Ay Lelum The Good House of Design Inc.

From left to right: Arlene Segovia, Transitions; Dr. Germain Dupuis; Aunalee Boyd-Good; Wael Yassein; Dr. Essence Johnson; Dr. Harbir Sian; Isabelle Tremblay, Transitions; Dr. Vi Tu Banh

“The new Diversity Advisory Board is the latest of our efforts at Transitions Optical to build on the strong foundation we have around diversity and inclusion efforts in Canada,” said Isabelle Tremblay, Director of Sales & Marketing, Transitions. “In tandem with our board members, our goal is to engage with the optical industry to improve diversity representation, reach consumers and their unique vision needs, equip eyecare professionals with tools and education to serve diverse patients, and empower the next generation of students.”

Transitions Optical provides its industry partners with the tools and education they need to better serve and improve communication with their culturally diverse patients. Resources are available free-of-charge to eyecare professionals at Transitions.com/en-canadapro/. Those interested in being involved with the Transitions Diversity Advisory Board can contact cscanada@transitions.com for more information.

Click HERE for the full press release.