New York-based PRESS Eyewear unveils its Carved Collection at MIDO 2026: four sun and optical frames inspired by jazz and crafted in premium Japanese titanium. The series combines sculptural aesthetics, musical heritage, and meticulous craftsmanship.
What does the Carved Collection introduce for PRESS Eyewear?
This collection marks a new dimension in PRESS Eyewear’s exploration of metal. It embraces advanced technical sophistication with 4mm solid titanium, recessed acetate rims, and custom components including spring hinges and silicone nosepads. The result is a jewelry-like precision redefined in eyewear design.
Why is jazz central to this collection?
For founder and designer Jeff Press, jazz is a personal legacy—his father was a jazz musician. The Carved Collection is an ode to the culture, style, and creative spirit of the genre, with frame names—Miles, Diz, Trane, and Chet—paying tribute to jazz legends.
How does the design reflect the influence of music?
Much like jazz, the frames explore balance between structure and improvisation. The use of horn-inspired 3D shaping, rich color palettes, and nuanced materials translates the musical ethos into a bold yet refined visual language across five colorways per style.
Where and how are these frames made?
The Carved Collection is handmade in Japan using top-tier titanium. Known for its craftsmanship in metals, Japanese production ensures exceptional lightness, comfort, and finish. The sun models feature Zeiss lenses, further enhancing their technical edge.
What does this collection represent in the brand’s evolution?
Founded in 2024, PRESS Eyewear quickly gained recognition for its luxury design and narrative-driven approach. With Carved, the brand strengthens its voice—merging high-quality production, cultural depth, and bold creative direction—debuting at MIDO 2026.
Carved Collection: Why highlight this collection right now?
Because it fuses musical identity, Japanese excellence, and American vision in a striking new offering. Presented at MIDO 2026, the Carved Collection positions PRESS Eyewear as a rising force in contemporary independent eyewear.
