Mondottica x Taylor Morris London: what this partnership means for independent opticians
Mondottica has become the exclusive distributor of Taylor Morris London and Sunday Somewhere within the UK independent optical channel. The long-term agreement strengthens both brands’ presence across the British market. It also reinforces Mondottica’s strategic position in independent eyewear distribution. A shift in the UK independent distribution landscape? The agreement grants Mondottica exclusive distribution of […]
Palm Angels SS26 Eyewear: Mondottica Launches the First Optical and Sun Collection
Palm Angels officially enters the eyewear category with its first SS26 collection developed with Mondottica Group. The debut includes SUN26 and Optical lines, totaling 38 styles, all made in Italy. The collection is set to launch in stores in January 2026 through selected retail partners. How does Palm Angels translate its street-luxury DNA into eyewear? […]
Paloceras x Robert Wun: when eyewear becomes couture silhouette
For the Spring–Summer 2026 haute couture presentation of Robert Wun in Paris, Paloceras created a singular eyewear piece conceived as an integral part of the silhouette. Developed and hand-finished in Helsinki, the design was produced in three colourways and presented within the official Paris haute couture calendar, with no commercial release planned. How did eyewear […]
Nike Vision Max Optics: The Technological Evolution of Performance Lenses for Athletes
Nike Vision introduces the evolution of its Max Optics lens technology, designed to optimize visual clarity and enhance color perception for athletes. Now integrated across the entire Nike Vision sun collection, Max Optics and Max Optics Pro are engineered with sport-specific tints and UV protection aimed at reducing eye strain during performance. What does Nike […]
Shazad Latif x Maison Margiela x Gentle Monster : the optical tailoring of the Paris photocall
In Paris, for the Wuthering Heights photocall directed by Emerald Fennell, Shazad Latif appeared in a full Maison Margiela Avant-Première look, punctuated by Gentle Monster eyewear. A discreet yet decisive appearance in the current visual grammar of male red-carpet dressing. What was the core of Shazad Latif’s look in Paris? A dark grey herringbone double-breasted […]
Italian Eyewear Industry: Slowdown and Rebound in 2026
The Italian eyewear industry 2025 2026 is entering a pivotal phase. Preliminary data released by ANFAO for 2025 outline a sector that remains structurally and industrially solid, yet facing a slowdown in growth largely driven by a contraction in exports to the United States. Against a backdrop of trade tensions and protectionist measures, the industry […]
MIDO Awards 2026: Eyewear That’s Redefining Innovation and Retail
On February 1, 2026, MIDO celebrates the global avant-garde of eyewear through its MIDO Awards. Three major distinctions — Best Store Design, Best Store Innovation, and the CSE Award — highlight the most forward-thinking approaches in design, customer experience, and sustainability across the optical sector. What do the MIDO Awards 2026 actually celebrate? The MIDO […]
Vision Stage MIDO 2026: Rethinking the Future of Eyewear
At the Vision Stage MIDO 2026, eyewear moves far beyond product to become a space for reflection, knowledge sharing and dialogue. Located in Pavilion 1 at MIDO, this dedicated stage hosts conferences, workshops and talks that open the conversation to other disciplines and languages. The ambition is clear: to present eyewear as a cultural, social […]
AFTER by Mondottica: a new women’s optical brand blending finesse and colour
Launched by the Mondottica Group, AFTER’ is a new women’s optical label introduced in the UK and France. With ultra-thin laminated acetate frames, the brand focuses on bold colour combinations, graphic stripes and exceptional lightness. What sets AFTER’ apart from other women’s optical brands? AFTER’ stands out for its blend of aesthetic flair and technical […]
EssilorLuxottica global Scientific Advisory Committee : Advancing Scientific Innovation
EssilorLuxottica has announced the creation of its first Scientific Advisory Committee, bringing together five global leaders in science, medicine, and ethics. The initiative aims to strengthen the Group’s scientific foundation and guide its research strategy toward emerging frontiers in health and technology. Why is EssilorLuxottica launching a scientific committee now? As optics, AI, ethics, and […]