The fashion world has a new power duo: Kering Eyewear x Valentino. Starting January 1, 2026, the French luxury eyewear giant and the iconic Italian fashion house are launching a global partnership that redefines the eyewear landscape. Kering Eyewear will take full control of design, development, production, and distribution of Valentino’s eyewear lines, positioning both […]
Alessandro Michele, the architect of reinvented elegance
Appointed Creative Director of Valentino in March 2024, Alessandro Michele immediately imbues the brand with a singular vision, blending extravagance with refinement. After leaving his mark on Gucci with his baroque and retro-modern aesthetic, he signs a collection for Valentino Eyewear where clean design meets the opulence of intricate details.
With « Avant les Débuts », he applies his unique stylistic signature to eyewear: oversized shapes, vintage touches, and sophisticated details. His choice of ultra-thin metal frames, tinted lenses inspired by fashion archives, and meticulous construction attests to his obsession with craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
By combining these elements with Valentino’s couture DNA, he transforms eyewear into a full-fledged fashion accessory—an object that not only adorns the eyes but also tells a story.
A jewel of technology in the service of style
Behind their apparent simplicity, Valentino Eyewear glasses embody a true technical feat.
An ultra-light metal frame ensuring comfort and durability.
Acetate temple tips for a flawless finish and optimal fit.
A vintage-inspired lens palette featuring deep green, amber, and light green shades, enhancing the gaze with a retro touch.
The fusion of noble materials and innovation gives each model a strong identity, seamlessly blending tradition and modernity.
A craftsmanship by Akoni Group, the excellence of Swiss eyewear
For this first collection, Valentino Eyewear relies on the expertise of the Swiss group Akoni, which holds the exclusive license for the design, production, and distribution of Valentino glasses.
Why this choice?
- Since July 2022, Valentino has entrusted the manufacturing and distribution of its eyewear to Akoni Group under a ten-year licensing agreement
- Akoni is renowned for its artisanal expertise and already produces luxury eyewear, notably for Balmain Eyewear.
- This partnership ensures impeccable quality, exceptional design, and manufacturing carried out in Switzerland and Italy.
With Akoni, each Valentino eyewear piece becomes an exceptional creation, blending the couture DNA of the brand with high-end Swiss eyewear expertise.
Why this collection marks a new era for Valentino
With this first luxury eyewear collection, Valentino Eyewear goes beyond being a mere accessory. It is a true style manifesto, redefining the codes of contemporary luxury.
In a world where fashion evolves at lightning speed, Valentino focuses on timeless values: emotion, durability, and a design that transcends generations. Each pair of Valentino Eyewear reflects this commitment—bold style, craftsmanship built to last, and a sophistication that appeals to both couture enthusiasts and high-end accessory lovers.
In our article “Must-Have Luxury Eyewear: The Perfect Blend of Craftsmanship and Innovation” (Parisee), we explore how “major fashion houses are reinventing eyewear with designs that combine cutting-edge technology and strong identity,” a vision perfectly embodied by Valentino Eyewear.
This collection is not just a beginning. It represents a vision of luxury geared toward the future while staying true to its heritage.
Luxury, a vision ahead
Wearing a pair of Valentino Eyewear Avant les Débuts means embracing a vision of the world where past and future converse with elegance. It’s about choosing an accessory that transcends its function to become a mark of style, a statement of identity, a fragment of history in motion.
As the collection prepares to make its debut on the fashion scene, one question remains: are you ready to see the future through Valentino lenses?
Valentino, an icon of Italian haute couture
Founded in 1960 in Rome by Valentino Garavani, the House of Valentino quickly established itself as a symbol of Italian elegance and refinement. From its very beginnings, the brand became known for its sophisticated style, impeccable cuts, and the iconic Rouge Valentino, a signature shade embodying timeless glamour.
Icons such as Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, and Audrey Hepburn contributed to its global influence, making Valentino a cornerstone of haute couture. Over the decades, the brand has evolved while staying true to its heritage, seamlessly blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.
With the arrival of Alessandro Michele in 2024, Valentino embarks on a new chapter where creative exuberance and avant-garde vision meet couture elegance. The Valentino Eyewear Avant les Débuts collection perfectly aligns with this philosophy, transforming eyewear into a true fashion accessory infused with history and modernity.
