Adventure Whale AR, Smart Glasses Reinventing Reading for Dyslexic Children
Designed by Taiwanese designer Shih Ming-Sheng, Adventure Whale AR smart glasses combine augmented reality and generative AI to support children with dyslexia in learning to read. Awarded at the Red Dot Design Concept Awards, the project blends real-time text recognition, phonetic assistance, and gamification to turn reading into an intuitive and motivating experience. What exactly […]
Design Eyewear Group x KNCO: Six French Brands Join the Group’s Portfolio
Danish company Design Eyewear Group has acquired six French eyewear brands from KNCO, strengthening its presence in France and entering the strategic kids’ eyewear segment. Which brands are included in this acquisition? Design Eyewear Group takes over François Pinton and Karavan, two iconic creator brands, as well as Karavan Kids and Kaliboo, focused on children’s […]
Hailey Bieber x Gucci: the GG1778S sunglasses at the heart of the GQ 2025 look
At the 2025 GQ Men of the Year event in Los Angeles, Hailey Bieber made a statement in a fully black Gucci ensemble, accessorized with the bold GG1778S sunglasses. Her appearance merged sheer elegance, crystal detailing, and bold design, spotlighting eyewear as the central styling element. What exactly did Hailey Bieber wear to the GQ […]
Roger Federer x OneSight EssilorLuxottica: Glasses for 2,700 Zambian Schoolchildren
In October, the Roger Federer Foundation and the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation launched a joint vision care campaign in Zambia, screening over 2,700 children across three districts and distributing more than 200 pairs of corrective eyewear free of charge. This marks their first field collaboration. What was the real-world impact of this project in Zambia? The […]
Gucci Altitude winter sports : first technical and stylish collection
Gucci unveils its first dedicated winter sports line under the Altitude campaign. Fronted by global brand ambassador Jannik Sinner, the collection blends technical apparel and optical design, introducing two new Gucci Eyewear models crafted for extreme conditions. What does Gucci Altitude represent in the brand’s wardrobe? Altitude marks a turning point for Gucci: a collection […]
Even G2: smart glasses designed for everyday use
Unveiled exclusively to subscribers, the Even G2 smart glasses combine discreet design, heads-up color display, and iOS/Android compatibility. This second-generation model by Chinese brand EVEN refines the concept of a visual wearable that’s camera-free, microphone-free, and made for real-life daily use. How does the Even G2 blend in while standing out? The G2 adopts a […]
Persol Care Week: Craftsmanship in Service of Circularity
Persol takes a new step in its sustainability journey with Care Week, an initiative centered on in-store repair and maintenance advice. Held in Milan, this program highlights the brand’s commitment to circularity through EssilorLuxottica’s Eyes on Circularity framework. What exactly is offered during Persol Care Week? From November 3 to 9 at the Persol Brera […]
Essilor Stellest 2.0: next-gen lenses to slow childhood myopia
At the 2025 China International Import Expo, EssilorLuxottica unveiled a major update to its Stellest platform. The new launch includes more effective Stellest 2.0 lenses, connected eyewear, and an early intervention strategy aimed at delaying the onset of myopia in children. What makes Stellest 2.0 lenses a major breakthrough? Essilor Stellest 2.0 lenses deliver improved […]
Michelle Yeoh x Maison Margiela for Wicked 2025: baroque corset in Paris
On November 7 in Paris, Michelle Yeoh made a striking appearance at the *Wicked: For Good* photocall wearing a Maison Margiela Artisanal 2025 bustier dress crafted from stretch printed crêpe and embedded with laser-cut plastic brocade lace. A visually charged ensemble combining sculptural construction and controlled flamboyance. What was Michelle Yeoh wearing in Paris? Michelle […]
LINDBERG B2B Digital Platform: Customize Your Eyewear Online
Danish brand LINDBERG now offers a dedicated B2B digital tool for its partners, combining real-time 3D visualization, multilingual interface, and full customization of made-to-measure optical frames. How does LINDBERG’s new digital platform work? Designed as a complete configurator, this platform enables LINDBERG’s partner opticians to compose every detail of a frame. The interface clearly presents […]