Oct. 30, 2024 — Loft Eyewear Shows has announced the launch of New York Eyewear Design Week, set to take place March 13-15, 2025. The event aims to offer a curated platform for eyewear brands, industry professionals, and other stakeholders to explore new trends and innovations in eyewear design. Notably, luxury eyewear companies Kering Eyewear and Thélios will participate via independently hosted events to showcase their summer 2025 collections.

This inaugural event is designed to attract a range of industry professionals, including boutique owners, buyers, optometrists, and opticians. The week will feature sessions on new trends and technical advancements, along with continuing education opportunities for optometrists and opticians. Additionally, a designated space will showcase machinery, software, and other tools for optical practices.

Further details about the event and schedule will be released here in the coming months.