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January 7, 2019January 4, 2019

Area98 and Harim Accademia Euromediterranea Announce Second Edition of Coco Song Award

Area98 announced, in collaboration with the Harim Accademia Euromediterranea, the second edition of the Coco song Award dedicated to the students of the Academy to offer young talented people the opportunity to give their own interpretation of the Coco Song collection.

Building on the success of the 2017 edition, Area98 decided to follow up on the initiative and launch the challenge again to the students of Fashion Design, Jewelery Design and Interior& Product Design of the Harim Accademia Euromediterranea. The students will be invited to present their innovative proposals for the Coco Song
line of sunglasses with the utmost freedom of expression: though starting from the characteristics that have become the brand’s strong points, they will be able to reinterpret them or combine them with new creative elements.

The projects will be evaluated for their ability to combine creative and innovative value with inspiration from the distinctive elements of the collection – the appeal to the East, the keyrole of colour, the use of silk and natural inserts in the frames – besides being evaluated on the true feasibility of the proposal.

The Jury – made up of members of the Board and of the Product Development Office of Area98, teachers at the Harim Accademia Euromediterranea, opticians of the main markets in which Area98 works and representatives of the press from the eyewear industry – will select five finalists, to be announced by February 25, 2019 on the occasion of MIDO. Of the five projects selected, the Area98 Product Office will produce the prototypes in one or more colour variants; the prototypes will be presented to the public at the end of the academic year at the runway organized by the Harim Accademia Euromediterranea and in Milan for the 2019 Fashion Graduate Italy. The winner of the Coco Song Award will be nominated by Silmo on September 30, 2019. The winner will receive a prize of €1,000 and will be invited to Area98 offices in Pavia di Udine, where he/she can visit the company, get to know its departments, interact with theArtistic Director and get in touch with the historical, artistic and cultural heritage of the Friuli Venezia-Giulia region.

For more information visit www.area98.it.

Click HERE for the full press release.

January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

Safilo and Tommy Hilfiger Announce Global Eyewear Licensing Agreement Renewal

Safilo and Tommy Hilfiger announce the renewal of their global licensing agreement for the exclusive design, manufacturing and worldwide distribution of ophthalmic and sunglass collections under the TOMMY HILFIGER brand. The agreement will run until December 31, 2025.

“The early renewal of the agreement is a tribute to the success of a partnership that dates back to 2010 and which is currently experiencing an impressive performance, especially in key European markets, as well as in the U.S. and Brazil,” comments Angelo Trocchia, CEO of the Safilo Group. “The TOMMY HILFIGER eyewear collections continue to be received exceptionally well, leveraging the brand’s reach all over the world.”

“The renewal of the licensing agreement between the TOMMY HILFIGER brand and Safilo celebrates our shared commitment to keep quality and innovation at the heart of our businesses,” said Daniel Grieder, CEO, Tommy Hilfiger global and PVH Europe. “Safilo will continue to build on the momentum that our brand is experiencing, bringing the eyewear collections to new consumers globally through Safilo’s long standing global excellence in this industry.”

Source: Safilo

January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

Safilo and Alpargatas Announce Renewal of Licensing Agreement for Havaianas Eyewear

Safilo Group and Alpargatas, the Brazilian footwear, clothing and accessories company owner of leading global brands, announce the early renewal of their global havaianas eyewear license, now running until the end of December 2024.

“We are very proud of this early renewal, which aims to strengthen a project initiated in 2016,” commented Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group. “We want to grow the havaianas eyewear business through collections that reflect the unique personality and creative simplicity of this important Brazilian brand, which is receiving an exceptional reception, particularly in Southern Europe.”

“This renewal representsthe continuation of the successful relationship with Safilo,” added Carla Schmitzberger, CEO ofhavaianas. “We are very proud to count on Safilo as our strategic eyewear partner who offers unique capabilities, longstanding know-how, focus on quality, product design, innovation and proven qualitative widespread distribution.”

Source: Safilo

January 3, 2019May 20, 2026

Mexx Eyes: Just Beautiful!

Two absolute must-have styles for women. Style 2523 as a feminine vibrant panto, and style 2524 in a soft rectangular shape. Clean design without too many extras, fully in keeping with the trend. Fine, shiny metal temples with XX-decor create some exciting highlights. When it comes to colour, these styles deliver with delicate acetate pastel and gray shades.

Distributed by Lanctôt: www.rlanctot.com

January 2, 2019December 19, 2018

Marcolin to Outfit Victoria’s Secret Angels in Eyewear

An alliance between Marcolin Group and L Brands (Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK) gives rise to a new digital business model for the world of eyewear.

Time-to-market and omni-channel are keywords when it comes to competing in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace. That is why Marcolin Group and L Brands have decided to establish a unique approach to the eyewear industry that is fast-responding and digitally-oriented.

The first eyewear collection created by the partnership with L Brands was unveiled on November 8, 2018 at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. The Supermodels wore the Marcolin Group designed and manufactured Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK sunglasses down the catwalk.

Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK eyewear will launch as flash collections, releasing new product waves every two to three months at key times throughout the year available for purchase in stores and online. The styles will be available for purchase on victoriassecret.com.

The boutiques will showcase the eyewear with merchandising concepts specific to eyewear and in the spirit of the brands. The product will also be available for purchase directly through Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK’s Instagram profiles.

The worldwide licensing agreement will be valid until the end of 2023. Global distribution in the optical market will begin in 2019.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

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Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.

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Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

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New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

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Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

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New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

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A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

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