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February 20, 2017April 24, 2018

Longchamp Selects Marchon for Global Eyewear Venture

Paris – Melville (NY) – Longchamp and Marchon Eyewear, Inc. have announced the signing of a new global licensing agreement for the development, production, and distribution of Longchamp Eyewear collections under the design and creative direction of Sophie Delafontaine, Longchamp’s Artistic Director. The two companies will launch the new women’s lines in Fall/Winter 2017 with a full range of styles for both optical frames and sunglasses.

The aim of Longchamp’s partnership with Marchon, a VSP Global^® company, and one of the world’s leading eyewear groups, is to expand the brand’s reach in a major fashion accessory segment. The collections will retail in Longchamp boutiques, in selected premium optical retail locations, multi-brand fashion channels and travel retail locations worldwide.

Click HERE to read full press release.

February 17, 2017April 24, 2018

Claudia Alan’s “BIRCH” Featuring Tree of Life

The birch tree, Weegwauss, is one of Kitchi Manitous greatest gift to the earth and all living beings: provider of roofing, canoes, lodgings, shelter, dishes, baskets, sparks to make fire. This sacred tree is guardian of health of body, soul and spirit to attain inner peace and growth.

This classic retro shape is very comfortable and great for everyday wear. Handmade from high quality acetate and extra polished for lustre and to showcase the vivid artwork of Donald Chretien. Available in three colour combinations: Black / Red, Purple, Grey Blue. Frame Size: 52-16-135, B-Size (Vertical lens height): 31.2 mm.

www.claudiaalan.com

February 17, 2017April 24, 2018

Essilor Reports Global Revenue Growth in 2016 Year End

The Board of Directors of Essilor International approved and released financial statements for the fiscal year 2016 on February 16.

While overall global revenue reached Euros 7.1 billion, a 5.9% increase, North America results lagged behind other regions, posting a modest 1.9% like for like revenue growth.

Specific comments regarding the Canadian results pointed to a fall in sales for Clearly™ offset by good performances by both Nikon and Shamir. In Instruments, the company is looking to the acquisition of AXIS Medical to accelerate distribution of refractive instruments within Canada.

On the mega-merger, Huber Sagnières, Essilor International Chairman and CEO, said, “ the proposed combination with the Luxottica group would enable the integration of lenses, frames and distribution to open up particularly exciting new prospects”. The merger is planned to close in the back half of 2017.

Consumer media spend for brand building among consumers, along with innovation and partnerships will continue in 2017. In 2016, consumer brand building expenditures were €209 million. Heavy consumer brand expenditures are expected in 2017 with many new product extensions in the works.

SEE THE FULL statement here.

February 16, 2017October 11, 2019

VisionWatch Canada Data for Q4 2016 Now Available

VuePoint has released the VisionWatch 4th Quarter 2016 consumer data on the Canadian optical market. The dataset represents the latest since the inception of the Canadian consumer panel in June 2015.

You can view the report details by clicking the link below:

Key Highlights:

Overall Canadian consumer usage of vision corrective devices and frequency of eye examinations remains steady and similar to levels in the US.
While many of the metrics are similar to the USA, if applying the 10:1 ratio, there are notable exceptions:
- AR penetration rate in Canada remains substantially higher than in USA.
- Contact Lens purchases in physical locations is 10 pts higher in Canada versus USA
- Mass Merchants and Dept. Store sales of optical are much more developed in USA versus Canada
- Sunwear sales in Retail Optical and Independents is much more developed in Canada versus USA
- Purchase cycle for all products, including glasses, CLs and Readers is slightly higher in Canada

Click here to see the Quantitative Report Online

February 15, 2017April 24, 2018

Unparalleled Engineering and Design for Today’s Metro Man

As times change so does the technology behind the Flexon Evolution Latitude collection. Utilizing the strength and mobility of flexon and beta-titanium, together creates unsurpassed strength and distinctive visual appeal. The two latest models come in either a full frame or a semi-rimless design complimented by the flexon bridge created for added strength and durability for every man’s active lifestyle.

Flexon is distributed by Marchon: www.marchon.com