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OVVO Optics // New DUO Collection Styles

OVVO Optics // New DUO Collection Styles

OVVO Optics DUO Collection A Fusion of Strength and Warmth This season, OVVO Optics expands the DUO Collection with four new styles that capture the essence of autumn through warm, earthy hues and technical excellence. Each model is crafted from handmade Italian...

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Blackfin // Gotham Expands the Atlantic FW25 Vision

Blackfin // Gotham Expands the Atlantic FW25 Vision

Blackfin Gotham The Power of Titanium in Motion The strength of titanium takes on new meaning in Blackfin Atlantic, a collection where technical mastery meets architectural elegance. With the introduction of Gotham, Blackfin translates titanium into emotion; a...

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Etnia Barcelona // Colourful eyewear inspired by art.

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Iron Paris // The 24k Gold Ulysse Sunglasses

Iron Paris // The 24k Gold Ulysse Sunglasses

Iron Paris pushes the limits of luxury eyewear with the ULYSSE, a bold geometric frame crafted in 24k gold-plated metal. Designed for those who value rarity and refinement, Ulysse combines Parisian minimalism with French optical precision. Each limited-edition piece is fitted with engraved NOVACEL lenses, showcasing the brand’s balance between technique, artistry, and individuality. With only ten pairs ever made, Ulysse stands as a symbol of uncompromising craftsmanship and exclusive design.

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100% Optical // 2026 Exhibitor Line-Up

100% Optical // 2026 Exhibitor Line-Up

100% Optical 2026 exhibitors Independent Spirit Takes Center Stage at 100% Optical 2026 The organisers of 100% Optical, the UK’s largest optical event, have revealed the full exhibitor line-up for the 2026 edition—bringing together a dynamic blend of new, returning, and independent brands at...

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Design Eyewear Group // 24 Questions with CEO Lars Flyvholm

Design Eyewear Group // 24 Questions with CEO Lars Flyvholm

Design Eyewear Group interview at SILMO Paris, between design and Danish gin It was day two of SILMO Paris, and the Design Eyewear Group booth buzzed with energy. A Danish beer in one hand, a frame tray in the other. Their booth has quietly become my unofficial headquarters during optical fairs....

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TEF Magazine is the leading independent eyewear magazine and eyewear blog dedicated to showcasing true Independent Eyewear Design to more than 330,000 eyecare professionals worldwide. As TEF Eyewear Magazine, we share the latest stories, trends, and innovations from the most creative designers and luxury eyewear brands across the globe.

After being a freelance eyewear designer since 1999, TEF founder Maarten Weidema now solely writes about his fellow designers in the optical industry. His passionate mission is to promote independent eyewear to the international optical arena.

Maarten Weidema, editor-in-chief of TEF Magazine