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Marcolin and Rivoli Sign Joint Venture in Middle East

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Marcolin Group announced May 9 to have signed a joint venture agreement with Rivoli Group, one of the largest luxury retailers in the Middle East area.

The JV, named Marcolin Middle East, is 51% owned by Marcolin Group and its headquarters will be based in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. It will distribute the eyewear collections of the Marcolin’s brand portfolio: Tom Ford, Balenciaga, Ermenegildo Zegna, Montblanc, Roberto Cavalli, Tod’s, Emilio Pucci, Swarovski, Dsquared2, Diesel, Just Cavalli, Kenneth Cole, Timberland, Guess, Gant, Harley-Davidson, Marciano, Skechers and Web Eyewear.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

Photo credit: Mauricio Ache

SILMO Paris and Its “Xtrashow”

Behind this ExtraShow concept, SILMO Paris promises a celebratory exhibition in honour of its 50th anniversary, centred on a spirit of sharing and socialising. The organisers invite everyone involved in the 2017 edition to take part in the event.

For the past 50 years, the optics and eyewear industry has come together at the Mondial de l’Optique (World Optical Fair) to unveil designs, innovations, companies and brands, all demonstrating a commitment to improve and enhance vision. To mark this momentous occasion, the organisers — who are busy preparing a 4-day event-packed program running from October 6 to 9, 2017 —, would like to invite all attendees to become players in this event.

Professionals born between October 6 and 9 or celebrating their 50th birthday this year are invited to blow out the candles during their visit to SILMO, in a unique commemoration of all the birthdays combined in an informal business environment.

Founded in 1967 in Oyonnax with just a handful of pioneers, today the Mondial de l’Optique plays host to a thousand exhibitors from across the industry. In homage to this ongoing dynamic, the exhibition is inviting brands and companies to showcase an iconic product, service or collection that has left its mark on the company’s history… with the winner receiving a SILMO d’Or award.

And to round off the celebrations, the illustrious SILMO d’Or awards evening will take place on Saturday 7 October 2017.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

 

 

Call for Abstracts – Academy 2017 Chicago Scientific Program

Submission of abstracts is now open for the Academy 2017 Chicago conference, to be held Wednesday, October 11 through Saturday, October 14.

The Academy’s Scientific Program offers scientists, educators, and clinicians the opportunity to exchange the latest information in optometry and vision science in two formats: research paper presentations and scientific posters.

The abstract submission window will be open from May 1 through May 31, 2017. Presentations from students and residents will also be considered. First authors of accepted papers or posters can register for Academy 2017 Chicago at reduced rates.

“The annual meeting of the Academy is a great forum to showcase your recent scientific and clinical findings in optometry and vision science, and we encourage authors to submit abstracts for both oral and poster presentations,” remarked Suresh Viswanathan, MS, PhD, FAAO, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee.

To read more about the submission guidelines or to submit an abstract, visit http://www.aaopt.org/Meetings/Academy2017/SciProg.

Nike Releases New KD Signature Collection

New for 2017, basketball superstar and two-time gold medalist Kevin Durant is teaming up with Nike Vision for the third iteration of the collaborative line of optical eyewear. The new KD Signature Collection will feature three adult and three kid’s styles in a variety of stylish shapes, colours options and patterns worn and inspired by Kevin Durant himself.

NIKE 3KD

This youth style will feature a customized acetate frame design, coupled with spring hinges for comfort and durability. A modified version of the adult NIKE 3KD, this style is available in Matte Black and Crystal Clear.

Distributed by Marchon: www.marchon.com

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