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J. F. Rey Celebrates iF Design Award 2024 for JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series

J.F. Rey has won an iF DESIGN AWARD for the JF3056 titanium model, in the PRODUCT category. The innovative technology of this concept won over the 132 design experts on the jury of the iF International Forum Design GmbH, one of the world’s most renowned design awards.

J. F. Rey’s creative ingenuity and strong technical expertise have been unanimously recognized by the award of this iF label of quality and excellence, very sought-after in the design world.

This recognition highlights J. F. Rey’s know-how and reinforces their reputation as one of the leading innovators in the eyewear industry.

Innovation and Style

JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series

The JF3056 Titanium & Carbon Series is an optical frame made primarily of titanium, which makes it resistant to impact and wear, as well as lightweight for everyday comfort.

Special features include a one-piece face with no welding up to the hinge, flat edges on the top and nose to accentuate its aerodynamic profile, and an exclusive patented hinge with no screws or welds. Integrated into the stainless-steel temples, this custom Flex hinge is enhanced by decorative carbon fiber inserts that add an extra touch of elegance to the frame.

The model proposes morphological temples adapted to a wide variety of face shapes. They feature acetate end-tips and a metal and epoxy resin logo. The model is offered in a range of satin-finish two-tone metallic colours.

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EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana Announce 16-year Licensing Renewal

EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana announce the early renewal of their licensing agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of prescription frames and sunglasses under the Dolce&Gabbana brand.

The existing agreement, which took effect on January 1, 2020, and was scheduled to expire on December 31, 2029, has been renewed and replaced with a new accord, lasting 16 years, effective January 1, 2024 until December 31, 2039.

The renewal, ahead of its natural expiration, and its duration are testament to the strong confidence and collaboration between the two companies since 2005.

Dolce&Gabbana has held a special place in our hearts over two decades. Since our stories intertwined, we have created some beautiful, memorable and innovative frames together, each a ‘made in Italy’ masterpiece. We have cultivated a love, admiration and loyalty among the most discerning consumers, developing a deep trust and respect for each other along the way. Our early renewal signals the strong bond between our companies and the promise that luxury eyewear represents in the decades ahead.”

Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO at EssilorLuxottica

“EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana have built a powerfully effective partnership over the last 19 years, both in business and creativity. Today’s long-term renewal is representative of our shared confidence in the future opportunities from which both parties will benefit as we continue to work together in the years ahead. EssilorLuxottica’s unparalleled know-how in the manufacture of eyewear is matched only by the scale and quality of its global network of retail and distribution. Dolce&Gabbana is delighted to confirm today’s renewal.”

Alfonso Dolce, CEO at Dolce&Gabbana

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Safilo and Missoni Announce Multi-Year Renewal of Global Eyewear Licensing Agreement

Missoni Eyewear
Missoni Eyewear

Safilo Group and Missoni announce the renewal of their global licensing agreement for Missoni brand eyewear until the end of 2029.

Since the start of the relationship in 2020, Missoni has represented a significant brand in Safilo’s women’s luxury fashion portfolio thanks to its collections characterized by the innovative use of the fashion house’s iconic textiles and colours, giving them a distinctive identity.

This style fully expresses the authenticity of the brand’s DNA making the Missoni eyewear collections immediately recognizable and unique.

“We are very proud to renew our partnership with Missoni. In only four years of collaboration, we have been able to strongly develop the eyewear category, in particular in the main European markets and in North America. This renewal offers us a new and stimulating opportunity to consolidate and broaden our distribution, continuing to work together with the brand.”

Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group

Missoni Eyewear
Missoni Eyewear

We are glad to announce the renewal of our partnership with Safilo until 2029. The construction of lasting and solid relationships with our partners is, for us, a fundamental priority, as it allows us to develop high- quality projects that can lead to long-term success. During these past four years, the significant contribution of the eyewear category has been one of the driving factors of our growth that will further benefit from this agreement in the upcoming future.

Livio Proli, CEO of Missoni Spa

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A Modern Romantic

Babe is the perfect blend of romance and attitude, with a romantic upswept eye and richly pigmented triple-layered acetate. This frame embodies the OGI ethos of creating bold yet wearable styles that are energetic, never eccentric.

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About OGI Eyewear:

Established in 1997, we’re a design house first, an innovator with a proven record of setting industry standards, of working with top tier manufacturers and suppliers to create new eyewear designs that stay ahead of the trends.

Our releases are frequent, distinct, and tell a consistent story without overlapping existing styles across Brands. Each one of our Brands tells a unique story that identify and serve a captive audience. Think durable, handcrafted frames designed to appeal to a diverse range of lifestyles so your clients can connect with the perfect piece instead of feeling shoehorned into a more generalized look.

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Kirk & Kirk: Collaboration with Nicholas Pinnock and Jason Bell

Kirk & Kirk Collaboration: Nicholas Pinnock (left) and Jason Bell (right)

Nicholas Pinnock and Jason Bell are long-time friends with a shared passion for eyewear.

When they realized that they were both friends with Jason Kirk through their love of glasses, they approached Kirk & Kirk to explore the idea of a collaboration. Jason and Karen Kirk loved the idea. Nicholas and Jason had a particular challenge that they wanted to address.

They often have to film in varied light conditions or go from outdoor to indoor events so they were looking for frames that would work both as sunglasses and as optical frames. Choosing a Transitions Amethyst lens, Kirk & Kirk adapted the ever-popular Horace in Matte Black to meet the challenge and wear in pretty much any environment.

Made in France to the highest optical standards, the lens can be adapted to carry a prescription with the Transitions lens. 10% of every sale goes to Little Green Pig, a children’s literacy charity based in Brighton, Kirk & Kirk’s home city.

Jason Bell

Jason is a former professional American footballer, who played as a cornerback/safety in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys. After completing his MBA Bell transitioned into media, co-hosting The Jason & Osi podcast with Osi Umenyiora and became co-presenter for the NFL show on the NFL show on ITV. He can also be seen regularly on Sky and hosts all the NFL UK Games and Super Bowl. He has starred in media campaigns for American Airlines, British Airways, Hyundai, Courtyard Marriott and most recently Wilson Sporting Goods.

Nicholas Pinnock

Nicholas Pinnock is a British actor and Producer. Pinnock has been seen across theatre, television and film for over 30 years. As well as playing the lead in For Life, productions include Marcella, Criminal, The Last Tree and Dark Encounter amongst many others. He can currently be seen in, The Book of Clarence (Sony) and will next be starring in Long Bright River for Peacock. This year, he will also be seen in This Town, a limited series for BBC, Here, a film by Robert Zemeckis and Hedda (Amazon).

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