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Selin Olmsted Studio, a leading name in eyewear design and trend forecasting, proudly announces the launch of its highly...
10/15/2026

Selin Olmsted Studio, a leading name in eyewear design and trend forecasting, proudly announces the launch of its highly anticipated 2028 Eyewear Trend Report. This expanded 70+ page report delivers critical insights into how global trends in fashion, music, art, architecture, and design will influence eyewear design, development, and merchandising in 2028.

Now in its fourth year, this comprehensive report serves the $160 billion+ global eyewear industry and is specifically created for eyecare professionals (ECPs), independent eyewear brands, lifestyle brands, licensing companies, design schools, and eyewear manufacturers.

Selin Olmsted Studio, a leading name in eyewear design and trend forecasting, proudly announces the launch of its highly anticipated 2028 Eyewear Trend Report.

FYSH introduces two striking new optical styles, F-3794 and F-3796, bringing fresh fashion energy to the collection. Ins...
10/15/2026

FYSH introduces two striking new optical styles, F-3794 and F-3796, bringing fresh fashion energy to the collection. Inspired by the glamour of the runway, these statement-making frames showcase dramatic proportions, rich color pairings, and beautifully crafted acetates that add depth and personality. The result is a distinctive look that is unmistakably FYSH.

Designed for women who embrace self-expression and individuality, FYSH continues to celebrate personal style through unexpected details, expressive patterns, and trend-driven silhouettes. F-3794 and F-3796 reflect this approach with expressive design details and a confident, fashion-forward attitude.

F-3794 perfectly embodies FYSH's philosophy of "Fashion for Your Face," transforming eyewear into a true form of self-expression. This modified square silhouette features sculpted upper corners that lend a subtle cat-eye influence.

FYSH introduces two striking new optical styles, F-3794 and F-3796, bringing fresh fashion energy to the collection. Inspired by the glamour of the runway, t

Altair's JOE by Joseph Abboud introduces the Fall eyewear collection, featuring sustainable materials as the brand conti...
10/14/2026

Altair's JOE by Joseph Abboud introduces the Fall eyewear collection, featuring sustainable materials as the brand continues its socially conscious commitment to "Just One Earth." Available now, the Fall 2026 JOE Eyewear collection proves that sustainable design and modern style can move forward together. Each frame is thoughtfully crafted from recycled materials and designed for everyday versatility. Lightweight construction, fresh color stories, and sport-inspired details create a collection that feels contemporary, comfortable, and purpose-driven. For men who appreciate thoughtful design, these frames are made from recycled plastics, recycled rubbers, and recycled stainless steel materials. These innovative materials serve as a more sustainable alternative by being recycled and repurposed, allowing wearers to express their style while making a more conscious choice.

Altair's JOE by Joseph Abboud introduces the Fall eyewear collection, featuring sustainable materials as the brand continues its socially conscious commitment t

The Vision Council has opened registration for the 2027 Executive Summit, the association’s signature annual event for l...
10/14/2026

The Vision Council has opened registration for the 2027 Executive Summit, the association’s signature annual event for leaders across the vision community. The Summit will take place January 20–22, 2027, at La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort, in San Antonio, Texas.

Executive Summit brings optical industry executives together for presentations by industry experts and keynote speakers, along with dedicated time to network and connect with peers. The program is designed to help attendees set the tone for a successful year ahead.

This year’s theme, Connections: The Skills Technology Cannot Replace, focuses on strengthening relationships and skill sets in a digital age. Keynote speakers and panelists will explore how businesses can make the most of new technology while keeping human connection at the center of their success.

The Vision Council has opened registration for the 2027 Executive Summit, the association’s signature annual event for leaders across the vision community. Th

Tech Print Industries (TPI) showcased its first look at TPI Studio at SILMO Paris 2026 at the end of September. TPI Stud...
10/14/2026

Tech Print Industries (TPI) showcased its first look at TPI Studio at SILMO Paris 2026 at the end of September. TPI Studio is the browser-based design platform TPI built for its own production workflow, now launching as a standalone SaaS product available to the eyewear industry at large — designers, brands, optical retailers and factories. A beta program opens this fall.

TPI Studio was built specifically for eyewear, not adapted from a general-purpose design tool. It is one piece of software that carries a design from first idea to production-ready frame, with no export step and no handoff to a separate tool along the way. Every control is purpose-built for eyewear — over 100 parametric sliders govern frame dimensions, shape and detailing, with the result re-rendering live in 3D as you work.

Tech Print Industries (TPI) showcased its first look at TPI Studio at SILMO Paris 2026 at the end of September. TPI Studio is the browser-based design platform

Ultra Limited’s latest collection gives familiar eyewear shapes a fresh expression, moving from strong geometric structu...
10/13/2026

Ultra Limited’s latest collection gives familiar eyewear shapes a fresh expression, moving from strong geometric structures to softer profiles. Acetate layering and contrasting inserts emphasise each silhouette, with colour concentrated along the lower rim, brow line or outer edges. This placement responds to the contours of each frame rather than following a single decorative formula across the range.

Among the new optical styles, model ASOLO introduces a masculine double-bridge construction with generous proportions and a strong architectural presence. Its broad front contrasts a solid upper section with multicoloured layers along the lower rim. Model LERICI, designed for women, takes a different approach to geometry: its squared front gains particular definition towards the outer edges, where acetate layers extend into the temples and give the frame a more pronounced lateral profile.

Two new models revisit the cat-eye through distinct proportions.

  Ultra Limited’s latest collection gives familiar eyewear shapes a fresh expression, moving from strong geometric structures to softer profiles. Acet

John Seegers of Optician Works and Laramy-K has graciously shared some of their awesome videos with us to share with you...
10/13/2026

John Seegers of Optician Works and Laramy-K has graciously shared some of their awesome videos with us to share with you. John is one of the top trainers for opticians, and his video series has garnered acclaim from coast to coast, helping thousands of opticians pass their certification and licensing exams.

This week’s video is What in The Heck Is A Lens Washer (Liner)?

https://youtu.be/H1bNE3Q8G8g?si=1lQuKaRGBVUjkfLg



For more information or education, visit Laramy-K.

John Seegers of Optician Works and Laramy-K has graciously shared some of their awesome videos with us to share with you. John is one of the top trainers for

For many in the optical community here in the U.S., September was a relatively calm month. Sure, there was the last-minu...
10/12/2026

For many in the optical community here in the U.S., September was a relatively calm month. Sure, there was the last-minute “Back to School” rush of families, but without a fall Vision Expo, September was a bit more laid-back than it has been for ages. Unless you, like me, chase trade shows.
After a long summer home in hot Colorado, I packed multiple suitcases to travel to multiple events. The first was to Dallas for the 3rd Southern Independent Optical Show, or SIOS. SIOS had been one of the many early Spring shows for its first two iterations, taking place in April or early May. With the cancellation of the annual end-of-summer Vision Expo in Las Vegas and the consolidation into one March event, the principals at SIOS decided to move their show from the previously announced March dates to September 11 and 12, making it a stand-alone event to showcase the new Spring/Summer 2027 models of eyewear to North American buyers.

For many in the optical community here in the U.S., September was a relatively calm month. Sure, there was the last-minute “Back to School” rush of families

One of the premier events for the global eyewear industry is back. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council ...
10/12/2026

One of the premier events for the global eyewear industry is back. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 34th edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair will take place from 4-6 November 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair will continue to adopt EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, complemented by the "Click2Match", an online smart business matching platform that will operate on 28 October to 13 November, providing a convenient and efficient platform for traders to connect.

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The 2026 fairground will serve as a vibrant crossroad for global eyewear design and optical technology, featuring dedicated pavilions from various countries and regions. The Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA) alongside leading exhibitors from Chinese Mainland will display a variety of optical products.

The highlighted Brand Name Gallery returns to spotlight an impressive lineup of internationally renowned labels.

One of the premier events for the global eyewear industry is back. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 34th edition of the Hong Ko

The collaboration stems from a natural affinity between the two brands and, in particular, between their respective desi...
10/09/2026

The collaboration stems from a natural affinity between the two brands and, in particular, between their respective designers: Tommaso Bossetti, founder and creative force behind SNOB Milano, and Massimo Alba, the Milanese designer known for his distinctive and highly personal approach to fashion, built around emotional comfort, quality, material treatments and a relaxed elegance far removed from ostentation.

Developed together, the project takes as its starting point the eyewear worn by the designer himself – a frame inspired by the late 1970s, reinterpreted through SNOB Milano's technologies and distinctive design codes, most notably its signature magnetic sun clip-on developed in collaboration with ZEISS Sunlens.

What sets this model apart is the use of acetate, a material rarely seen in SNOB Milano eyewear.

The collaboration stems from a natural affinity between the two brands and, in particular, between their respective designers: Tommaso Bossetti, founder and cre

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