Joachim Froment Named Jury President for SILMO d’Or 2026

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SILMO Paris has named Joachim Froment as president of the jury for the SILMO d’Or 2026, placing an industrial designer and creative director with a cross-disciplinary background at the head of this year’s awards process.

Based in Brussels, Froment is a graduate of the Royal College of Art in London and is known for a design approach that brings together industrial production, technology, and user experience. According to SILMO, his appointment reflects a broader interest in design that extends beyond function to include emotion, systems thinking, and the evolving relationship between people and objects.

SILMO d'Or président du jury Joachim Froment — Joachim Froment

Froment began his career in Copenhagen and later co-founded Futurewave, a design and technology studio that has collaborated with brands including Renault, LVMH, and Richemont, as well as companies working in emerging technologies.

SILMO said his work is guided by a holistic, or “ecosystemic,” view of design, in which products are conceived as part of broader systems rather than as standalone objects. His projects have spanned categories including furniture, lighting, mobility, and consumer electronics.

Over the course of his career, Froment has received several international distinctions, including iF Design Awards, Good Design Awards, and Core77 Awards.

According to the organizers, his presidency of the jury is intended to support an edition of the SILMO d’Or focused on innovation, use, and the emotional dimension of design, while highlighting the changing role of optics in a contemporary context.

The SILMO d’Or 2026 will be held as part of SILMO Paris, taking place from September 25 to 28 at Paris Nord Villepinte.

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May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

Dilli Dalli Pediatric Eyewear Now Available in Canada Through Centennial Optical

Canadian eye care professionals now have access to one of the industry’s most trusted pediatric eyewear brands through Centennial Optical. A recognized leader in pediatric eyewear in the U.S. for more than 15 years, Dilli Dalli is known for its innovative fit technologies, child-focused frame design, and comprehensive assortment created specifically for infants, toddlers, and children.

The Canadian launch includes more than 150 SKUs spanning the brand’s best-selling SoftTouch, TR-90, metal, Low Bridge Fit, and Variable Fit collections, giving Canadian ECPs access to a broad range of pediatric dispensing solutions designed to support a diverse patient base.

Designed exclusively for young wearers, Dilli Dalli combines durability, comfort, and fit-focused engineering to help children successfully adapt to wearing eyewear. The collection features an extensive assortment of styles crafted in SoftTouch materials, TR-90, and lightweight metal constructions, offering ECPs multiple options for pediatric patients across a wide range of ages, prescriptions, and fitting needs.

At the core of the collection is Dilli Dalli’s IntelliFlex™ hinge technology, engineered to flex vertically and horizontally while returning to its original adjustment. This flexible hinge system is designed to withstand the everyday wear and tear associated with pediatric eyewear while helping reduce stress on the frame.

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Key Collection Highlights

Low Bridge Fit styles designed for children with lower nose bridges and wider fitting needs, featuring rounded button nose pads, extended end pieces, and IntelliFlex temples for improved comfort and security.
SoftTouch technology, a proprietary thermoplastic material engineered for durability, flexibility, and all-day comfort while eliminating screws and removable parts.
TR-90 styles offering lightweight durability and translucent colour options without compromising flexibility or fit.
Metal collections featuring adjustable nose pads and memory metal bridges for enhanced comfort and customized fitting.
Variable Fit technology that allows ECPs to customize bridge sizing and temple lengths for a more precise pediatric fit.

The collection also includes Global Fit options to support diverse fitting requirements, along with multifocal-friendly designs suitable for a broad range of pediatric prescriptions.

Available styles through Centennial Optical include popular Dilli Dalli models such as Rainbow Cookie, Truffles, Hero and Moondrop.

Source: Centennial Optical

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May 27, 2026April 30, 2026

New Horizon: Contemporary Design Meets Indigenous Storytelling

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AYA Optical introduces Horizon, a contemporary geometric optical frame crafted from lightweightstainless steel for exceptional comfort and durability. Featuring original commissioned artwork byOjibwe artist Donald Chrétien, Horizon blends modern design with meaningful Indigenous storytelling.

Each frame includes a cleaning cloth displaying the full artwork and its cultural significance.

Distributed by Claudia Alan: www.claudiaalan.com

About AYA Optical:

Celebrate Indigenous Art with Us!

We believe that art is transformative, and that eyewear can be the canvas to share stories and art from around the world. AYA Eyewear was first launched in 2009 in collaboration with renowned First Nations Artist Corrine Hunt and has continued to flourish and grow every year.

We are committed to the details and realize that beautiful design takes time, precision, and attention, so we don’t cut corners. We stand by our product. We treat our artists as our partners and make sure that their stories and art are always shared in the most heartfelt authentic way.

We take pride in our service and seek opportunities to give back to the communities we serve and the artist’s charities of choice.

AYA Eyewear is truly a brand that stands out from the crowd and is loved by Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities alike.

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May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

Demi + Dash Eyewear Now Available in Canada Through Centennial Optical

Canadian eye care professionals can now access Demi + Dash, the next generation of pediatric eyewear, through their Centennial Optical representative. Designed specifically for growing kids and tweens, Demi + Dash combines trend-forward styling with the durability, comfort, and performance active young patients need every day.

Developed from the pediatric expertise behind the trusted Dilli Dalli brand, Demi + Dash delivers fashionable eyewear solutions for style-conscious kids ages 7–12 seeking frames with a more mature aesthetic while still providing the flexibility and durability parents and ECPs expect.

The collection features vibrant colours, translucent finishes, sporty styling, and contemporary shapes designed to appeal to today’s younger eyewear wearers while supporting long-lasting comfort and everyday durability.

Demi + Dash is built around two core technologies engineered specifically for active kids and tweens: IntelliFlex II (Flexyz™) and 180° Spring Hinge constructions.

Flexyz™ Technology Highlights

Multi-directional flex technology designed to enhance durability and comfort
Hidden hinge technology for a cleaner, more fashionable appearance
Lightweight translucent TR-90 construction
Adjustable core wire temple tips for improved fit and retention
SoftTouch™ temple tips for enhanced comfort
Sport-inspired styling with vibrant translucent colour options

180° Spring Hinge Collection Highlights

Spring hinges engineered to flex up to 180 degrees for increased durability
Acetate and metal combinations that deliver a more mature, fashion-forward look
Contemporary shapes designed specifically for tweens
Fun pops of colour, laminations, and pattern detailing
Comfortable, lightweight fit for all-day wear
Ideal for children transitioning into more fashion-driven eyewear styles

Additional Collection Features

Sizes ranging from 45–54 to accommodate growing kids and tweens
Pediatric fit expertise developed from the trusted Dilli Dalli platform

Sport-inspired styling designed to balance comfort, durability, and everyday wearability

Source: Centennial Optical

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May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

The Vision Council Foundation, AccuWeather and The Skin Cancer Foundation Partner on National Sunglasses Day 2026

The Vision Council Foundation, AccuWeather and The Skin Cancer Foundation have announced a joint campaign ahead of National Sunglasses Day 2026, marked each year on June 27, aimed at promoting a broader public message around daily UV protection.

According to the organizations, the collaboration brings together eye health, skin health and weather information in a single awareness effort centred on the importance of protecting the eyes with UV-blocking sunglasses, protecting the skin with clothing, hats and broad-spectrum sunscreen, and checking daily UV conditions through AccuWeather’s UV Index.

The campaign comes as the groups point to ongoing gaps in sun-protection habits. The Vision Council cited its 2025 Market inSights with 2026 Forecast report, which found that more than 37 per cent of American adults do not regularly wear sunglasses. The Skin Cancer Foundation, meanwhile, noted that skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the United States, with UV radiation identified as its leading cause.

“Protecting yourself from the sun isn’t a single habit, but a complete routine,” said Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council and The Vision Council Foundation. “When you walk out the door, you should be reaching for your sunglasses and your sunscreen, and you should know what the UV Index looks like that day.”

The organizations said the partnership is intended to combine their respective areas of expertise into more practical, coordinated public guidance. As part of the campaign, The Vision Council Foundation will continue promoting UV-protective eyewear through National Sunglasses Day resources, while The Skin Cancer Foundation will contribute sun-safety guidance and AccuWeather will provide UV forecasting tools, including its hour-by-hour UV Index.

In a statement, Jonathan Porter, Senior Vice President, Weather Content and Forecast Operations and Chief Meteorologist at AccuWeather, said the initiative is designed to help translate detailed UV data into actions people can use in daily life. Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, President of The Skin Cancer Foundation, added that a complete sun-protection strategy should also include UV-protective sunglasses.

The three organizations said they will coordinate digital and social content leading up to and on June 27, with educational materials and campaign assets available through the Vision Council Foundation’s National Sunglasses Day toolkit.

Source: The Vision Council Foundation

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