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AOC1961 “Wilson” Eyeglasses

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AOC1961 “Wilson” Eyeglasses

AOC1961 offers a series of reinterpreted spectacles based on the brand’s archival designs, branded “Wilson.” The exclusive range is named after Wilson Chen, an optometrist and innovator pioneered Hong Kong’s optical industry. The eyeglasses feature a slimmer profile that is tailor-made appeal in a range of chromatic frames in black and tortoise. Availability is offered through the AOC store in Hong Kong.

AOC @ Delstore
No.3 Schooner St.
Wan Chai
Hong Kong

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SUPER Sunglasses 2012 Spring Visiva Series “Poissons”

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SUPER Sunglasses 2012 Spring Visiva Series “Poissons”

SUPER sunglasses pioneered the colorful acetate frame nearly five years ago earning worldwide recognition for their innovative ethos. Today, the Italian eyewear manufacturer launches a new series titled Visiva – Italian for Visual – presenting a range of seasonal sunglasses adorned with unique prints. The first mini collection releasing from the Visiva series provides two offerings under the name “Poissons” and will feature quirky fish graphics on the inside of both frames. Each sporting a smooth tobacco lens, the first pair of shades, the America, presents a boxy frame in dark havana, and the second pair, the Palona, comes complete with amber colored oval frames. The “Poissons” collection is currently available here, with both pieces releasing for €150 EUR (approximately $195 USD).

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PHANTACi x Subcrew by mikli 2012 “MR. SAY” Sunglasses

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PHANTACi x Subcrew by mikli 2012 “MR. SAY” Sunglasses

French eyewear designer Alain Mikli continues to establish a strong presence within the Asian market with its latest collaborative project for an early-2012 release. Building upon the past projects with Hong Kong’s Subcrew, the latest venture sees the inclusion of Jay Chou’s retail store PHANTACi to release a new style of sunglasses, brand the “MR. SAY.” Combining the label’s likeminded mentalities, the result is a minimalist pair of black-framed sunglasses that reflect the understated style preferences of the label’s founders. Retailing for $1,540 HKD (approx. $198 USD), these sunglasses will hit shelves beginning January 21st at select retailers.

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Visual Culture Optical Causeway Bay Store Opening

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Visual Culture Optical Causeway Bay Store Opening

Visual Culture Optical has been known for stocking carefully selected European eyewear brands catered towards the lucrative Asian market. Following its expansion into Macau early last year, the eyewear purveyor continues to solidify its presence in Hong Kong with the opening of its second store in Causeway Bay. At over three thousand square feet, this flagship store on Lan Fong Road boasts a minimalist set up that is furnished by numerous vintage objects and heritage designs. Moreover, the interior combines both natural and artificial light to provide proper illumination, while a relaxing outdoor space decked with benches and vegetation sums up the store’s structural design.

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Zeal 2012 Z3 GPS SPPX Goggles

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Zeal 2012 Z3 GPS SPPX Goggles

The latest offering from Zeal comes in the form of a pair of goggles that boast GPS technology as well as temperature and altitude readings for what can only be described as an action sports athletes dream come true. A wireless controller attaches to the wearers wrist for up to the minute readings utilizing “Recon HQ” PC software. Available in carbon matte black, carbon matte white and carbon matte gold, these truly are some of the most advanced ski/snowboard goggles we’ve ever seen.

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Illesteva Lenox Detachable Sunglasses

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Illesteva Lenox Detachable Sunglasses

The latest offering from Illesteva comes in the form of its square-framed Lenox Detachable Sunglasses. One size fits all, the stylish eyewear is adorned with a nuanced tortoiseshell pattern and lenses that can be changed from shaded to clear. The Illesteva Lenox Detachable Sunglasses are available now at MR PORTER for $240 USD.

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EFFECTOR by NIGO 2011 Holiday Collection

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EFFECTOR by NIGO 2011 Holiday Collection

NIGO, Japanese fashion pioneer and founder of Human Made, has collaborated once again with Effector Eyewear to release two new models of glasses. Inspired by mid-1980′s fashion, the “Darryl” model is a slick retro-styled silhouette utilizing rounder frame edges while the “Monica” is a straight-bridged pair of shades. Both are made from durable industry-leading acrylic with white engraving along the interior and exposed metal hinges. Available December 16 at select retailers.

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Moncler x Mykita Eyewear Collection Video

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Moncler x Mykita Eyewear Collection Video

Moncler and Mykita, both regarded in their respective categories for their high quality luxury products, have released two videos for their upcoming collaborative sunglasses collection. Sporty and modern in nature, this represents themes that both brands already effectively communicate in their own ways. The eyewear plays off of a mountain sports motif, in many cases bringing to mind technical ski and snowboard goggles. For more colorways and up close detail shots of the new frames, head over to the Mykita website here.

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