Sustainable Style

Altair Eyewear introduces the Anne Klein bio-based collection of sunglasses and optical styles made with cellulose acetate featuring more than 60% bio-based materials.

The new assortment also offers enhanced comfort sizing; each style is available in standard, petite, and extended fit sizing.

Here, the Anne Klein AK5092 is a showstopping cat-eye style pairing a crystal front with laminated tortoise detailing on the top corners of the front and temples.

Coveted Cool

Silhouette unveils its latest interpretation of its iconic Futura sunglasses, Futura Dot.

Worn by superstars like John Lennon and Elton John, Silhouette’s Futura suns first launched in 1973 and have been reinterpreted throughout the brand’s history—resulting in an assortment that serves as a true collector’s item.

Futura Dot is available in a limited release of 1964 pieces globally (honoring Silhouette’s birth year), with individual serial numbers printed on the inside of the shield. A certificate with the serial number is also included in the packaging.

The “dot” in the center of the shield is highlighted by a handmade color inlay. Futura Dot is available in four colors.

FRESH CUTS

Kenmark Eyewear is partnering with Eastman to create ISCC-certified eyewear utilizing Acetate Renew material, starting with Kenmark’s Paradigm collection.

Kering Eyewear continues its sustainability strategy, launching and staging the new V.I.R.T.U.S. project: a Verified, Integrated, Reliable, Trustworthy, Unique, and Secure data exchange platform, measuring the overall impact of its value chain.

Marchon Eyewear announced a national partnership with the Black Girls RUN! organization, including the launch of two exclusive sunglasses and a designated pouch.

◄ Marcolin and Skechers USA Inc. renewed their licensing agreement for the design, production, and worldwide distribution of Skechers sunglasses, eyeglasses, and kids’ eyewear. The partnership has been extended until Dec. 31, 2024.

Maui Jim continues its commitment to its home of Maui, HI. In 2021, the brand donated approximately $260,000 across a variety of local Maui charities: Hale Makua Health Services, IMUA Family Services, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, and Women Helping Women Maui.

Serengeti Eyewear announced it’s moving all manufacturing to Italy. In the past, the brand manufactured some of its collection in Italy, but as of spring 2022, it will move all lens and frame production to the country.

Next-Gen Tech

Revo, available from ClearVision Optical, unveils its latest sun collection offering the brand’s new, lightweight frame construction and a photochromic lens option.

“Revo Black is the most technically advanced collection of Revo sunglasses yet,” says Cliff Robinson, Revo CEO. “What makes this collection stand out is the fact that it’s an innovation of both Revo’s lens technology and our frame technology. We’re working with the best materials available and doing so with passion.

”Revo Black features five styles, including the Alpine, designed in collaboration with alpine ski racer and Olympian Bode Miller.

Here, the Revo Black Air 2, with an “invisible” construction in 100% titanium, is the lightest Revo ever made, weighing in at less than 0.5 ounce.

Reader Ready

Ogi Eyewear unveils the new look and feel of its ready-to-wear reading glasses collection, Scojo New York, designed to offer eyecare professionals a premium option in the reader segment to allow them to have more complete oversight of their patients’ vision care habits.

Styles in the Scojo New York assortment (viewable via virtual try-on technology) feature optical-grade lenses that are triple-checked for quality assurance throughout assembly, shares Ogi.

The Scojo New York collection also offers blue-light-filtering options and reading sunglasses.

Here (L-R), are Scojo New York styles Christopher Street, Federal Plaza, and Bookman.

KIRK & KIRK

Kaleidoscope | Finn | Acrylic | 53/43-21 | Earth, Ocean, Midnight, Violet, Apple, Purple, Fuchsia, Chili, Capri | Unisex

WESTGROUPE

KLiiK denmark | K-702 | Metal | 50/18-140 | Black Red, Navy Gray, Charcoal Blue | Men

Section Editor: Kerri Ann Raimo
Kerri.Raimo@PentaVisionMedia.com