Italian eyewear has long been associated with luxury and high-end fashion. And this year, Italian eyewear manufacturers are drawing on that tradition to create dramatically different products that combine their unique aesthetic sensibility with outstanding technical expertise. Here is an overview of tItaly’s exciting and ever-evolving eyewear industry.
En Vogue: Aviator styles
Summer
Addressing Myopia
The prevalence of myopia is rapidly rising, with children as young as six being diagnosed with the condition. While there is no known cure for myopia, it can be managed or delayed with options ranging from contact lenses and eye drops to surgery. Several specialists weigh in on the latest developments in the field.
En Vogue: Back-to-school eyewear
Autumn
Design and Eyewear
This is an exciting time in the world of international eyewear design, with new, young designers from all over the globe making their mark on the field. In this feature, we present the work of four international eyewear designers whose stunning designs stand out from the crowd.
En Vogue: Retro eyewear
Winter
Finding Your Ideal Match
Show me your face and I’ll give you the perfect frame. That is the promise of Montreal-based optician Marie-Sophie Dion, proprietor of Bar a Lunettes, who has made a career of matching facial types with their ideal frame complement. In this interview, Dion talks about how she works.
En Vogue: Men’s eyewear