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January 28, 2021May 20, 2026

Ignasi Monreal X Etnia Barcelona

Famous for his collaboration with Gucci, Bulgari and artists like Dua Lipa, Ignasi Monreal’s eyewear reflects his inspiring imagination. Etnia Barcelona, as always inspired by the world of art and cultural movements, presents an exclusive collection. The extra eyes or “peripheral vision,” on the temples are a play on the fantasy of never missing any source of inspiration. Infusing the past and future with elements of pop culture, this collector’s item is crafted in natural Mazzucchelli acetate and features Barberini mineral glass lenses.

Featured model: Ignasi-53S

www.etniabarcelona.com

January 26, 2021January 26, 2021

CooperVision Announces 5 mm BOZD Customization for Paragon CRT and CRT Dual Axis Lenses

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare announced that it has begun offering 5 mm back optic zone diameter (BOZD) customization for Paragon CRT^® and Paragon CRT Dual Axis^® contact lenses. The new option joins several existing customization choices, further expanding myopia management possibilities for eye care professionals.

This latest development comes as clinicians have discussed potential 5 mm BOZD benefits during several conference presentations over the past year. It will be one of the company’s highlights during the 2021 Global Specialty Lens Symposium, where CooperVision, CooperVision Specialty EyeCare, and GP Specialists hosted virtual exhibits.

Maria Liu, OD, PhD, MPH, MBA, FAAO, the founder and Chief of the Myopia Control Clinic at the University of California, Berkeley, agrees with her peers’ positive assessments based on her own preliminary investigations. “My experience is that the 5 mm design offers significantly more paracentral steepening compared to a 6 mm zone, which may lead to more efficacy when pursuing myopia management strategies, assuming a dose-depending relationship between the amount of paracentral steepening and ortho-k’s anti-myopia effect,” she said.

“As eye care professionals adopt myopia management as standard of care, we know they’re looking for proven technologies and maximum flexibility,” said Dr. Juan Carlos Aragón, President, CooperVision Specialty EyeCare. “Introductions such as 5 mm customization combined with our portfolio of soft contact lenses and ortho-k designs illustrate our far-reaching dedication. In collaboration with an ever-growing number of ECPs, we are building the myopia management category and improving children’s vision worldwide.”

Paragon CRT^® is recommended for patients with <0.75D of corneal astigmatism based on keratometry values. CRT Dual Axis^® is designed for patients with >0.75D of corneal astigmatism based on keratometry values to enhance the cornea-to-fitting relationship.

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The Vision Council Appoints Alysse Henkel as Director of Research Data and Analytics

The Vision Council has appointed Alysse Henkel as Director of Research Data and Analytics. In this new position, Henkel will be responsible for leading the development of new data management and statistical analysis systems to enhance The Vision Council’s VisionWatch consumer and ECP panel survey and research programs. Additionally, she will be charged with driving engagement of new technology to streamline The Vision Council’s reporting processes while laying the groundwork for an improved market modeling and consumer insights program.

Henkel’s appointment marks an expansion of The Vision Council’s research team, overseen by Nathan Troxell, Director of Consumer and Market Insights. In her role, Henkel will work alongside Steve Kodey, The Vision Council’s Senior Director of Industry Research.

Henkel holds an undergraduate degree in anthropology, sociology, and German from Lafayette College and a master’s degree in public policy from George Washington University.

“We are excited to welcome Alysse to The Vision Council team,” said Maureen Beddis, Vice President of Marketing and Membership at The Vision Council. “The Vision Council is committed to providing our members and clients with the most cutting-edge optical market research, insights and analysis available, and the addition of Alysse to the team demonstrates our commitment to delivering on this promise and growing our internal research team. Furthermore, Alysse’s breadth of experience and unique perspective will allow us to expand our research capabilities and better serve members and clients with the most timely, useful information they need for their businesses.”

Source: The Vision Council

January 25, 2021May 20, 2026

Longchamp Amazone: An Urban Elegance

Longchamp evokes its most iconic elements in these modern, geometric sunglasses and the signature Amazone handbag. The elegant leather detailing on the top rim creates a chic unexpected look. The gold metal on both temples feature Longchamp’s iconic buckle. The result: a unique design infused with timeless elegance and femininity. Gradient lenses are available in blue, burgundy, green or cappuccino.

Featured model: LO140SL

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January 25, 2021January 25, 2021

Canadian Eyewear Company Styles Black Pumas at Inaugural Concert

As the world watched history in the making at the 46th Inaugural virtual concert, Grammy nominated breakthrough band of the year Black Pumas performed, wearing STAGG Spectacles, by Canadian company Alternative & Plan B Eyewear.

Alternative & Plan B Eyewear collaborated with Adrian Quesada, producer and lead guitarist for Black Pumas to outfit them for some upcoming events. “We can’t think of a better partnership than the Black Pumas. Their soul and funk really speak to our 2021 spring collection, which is launching soon,” says President, Paul Storace, president of Alternative & Plan B Eyewear.

Quesada also wore the glasses on a performance of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert the night before their Inauguration performance. The Sanford model, a titanium frame was an eye-catching eclectic design.

Click HERE for the full press release.