A not-to-be-missed event since its launch in 1994, the SILMO d’Or rewards and celebrates the talent and creativity of an entire industry every year. The SILMO d’Or awards are the ultimate recognition of ingenuity and inventiveness. Here are the nominees for the 2024 edition of this prestigious award!
TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN EYEWEAR
TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN EYEWEAR
Connected Products
CHILDREN
VISION
MATERIAL / EQUIPMENT
LOW VISION
OPTICAL FRAME « LABELS »
SUNGLASSES « LABELS »
SUNGLASSES « EYEWEAR DESIGNER »
OPTICAL FRAME « EYEWEAR DESIGNER »
We wish all nominees good luck, and are carefully considering our votes for this edition. May the best designs win, and hope to see you all at the prestigious Silmo d’Or awards ceremony at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, where the winners to be announced on Saturday 21 September 2024
About SILMO Paris
Silmo Paris 2025 – International Eyewear Trade Fair
September 26-29, 2025
Paris Nord, Villepinte
SILMO Paris 2025 is the most exciting international eyewear and optics trade fair, held at the Exhibition Center Paris Nord Villepinte. This Silmo Paris eyewear show welcomes professionals from across the optical sector, serving as both a marketplace and an incubator of ideas. Each year, the fair reveals innovations, technological challenges, and future perspectives that help define tomorrow’s eyewear industry.
Key Facts – Silmo Paris 2025 Dates and Location
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SILMO Paris 2025
THE PLACE TO BE, TO SEE, TO FORESEE!
Why Silmo Paris 2025 is the Place to Be:
From September 26 to 29, 2025, Paris Nord Villepinte will once again become the global stage of the eyewear industry. Welcoming thousands of professionals and leading brands, Silmo Paris international eyewear fair is where new collections are unveiled, business connections are made, and eyewear trends for 2025 and beyond are set.
This is not just an optical trade fair in France; it’s an industry-defining experience where daring creators, innovative manufacturers, and passionate opticians come together to share their vision of the future.
"As the place to see, the Silmo Paris eyewear show showcases the very best in optics, all under one roof. From visionary designs and breakthrough lens technologies to sustainable materials and smart glasses, this is where visitors get a front-row seat to the future of eyewear. Every corner of the exhibition buzzes with discoveries, offering visitors a chance to explore the products and innovations that will soon define their own shelves and practices."
SILMO Next – Innovation Hub for Eyewear
At the SILMO Next innovation hub, visitors step into a laboratory of the future. Here, emerging technologies, digital solutions, and cutting-edge design concepts are showcased. From sustainable materials and smart glasses to AI-driven retail solutions, SILMO Next sets the tone for the next generation of eyewear.
Eyewear Trends at Silmo Paris 2025
The Trends Forum offers a curated journey through the season’s most influential eyewear pieces. Attendees gain insights into color directions, material innovations, and shape evolutions before they hit the mainstream. This section has become a key resource for professionals looking to anticipate the eyewear trends Silmo Paris 2025 will bring to the market.
Knowledge Sharing – Silmo Talks and Academy
Learning is central to Silmo Paris optical trade fair. Through Silmo Talks and the Silmo Academy, visitors engage with world-renowned experts. Topics range from clinical breakthroughs to retail strategies, offering knowledge that helps shape the future of the optical profession.
Celebrating Excellence – Silmo d’Or Awards 2025
SILMO Paris is also a celebration of creativity and achievement. The prestigious Silmo d’Or awards 2025 honor outstanding eyewear design and technological innovation.
Other Awards and Recognitions
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Optical Design Contest – spotlighting young creative talent
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Responsible Company Award – rewarding sustainability and ethical practices
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International Optician of the Year Award – presented in collab with the IOA
Honoring Craftsmanship and Heritage
Visitors can explore the artistry of French eyewear making. From the skills of the Meilleurs Ouvriers de France to exhibitions from the museums of Oyonnax and Morez, SILMO Paris celebrates the heritage and craftsmanship that continue to inspire the industry.
Staying Connected Beyond the Fair
The conversation doesn’t end when the doors close. With SILMO News updates and “The Right Optics by SILMO” podcast, the event keeps professionals engaged throughout the year, offering stories, interviews, and insights that extend the impact of the show Silmo Paris Paris Nord Villepinte.
More news on SILMO Paris 2025
Vuarnet // TEFtalk with Vuarnet Brand Director Giulia Zanzi
At SILMO Paris 2025, TEF Magazine sat down for a #TEFtalk with Giulia Zanzi, Brand Director at Vuarnet, to explore how this iconic performance eyewear brand continues to evolve under Thélios. Zanzi reflects on Vuarnet’s legacy of French craftsmanship, technological precision, and timeless style built for life’s every adventure.
SILMO Academy Bali // Vision Meets Paradise
For the first time, SILMO Academy heads to Bali for a three-day international congress from April 6–8, 2026, dedicated to visual health, research, and innovation. Hosted by SILMO Paris, this new edition brings together world-leading experts to explore themes such as Healthy Ageing, Light Management, and Future Advances in Optometry, all set against the tranquil and inspiring backdrop of Hotel Paradisus, Bali.
Optical Women’s Association // Empowering Global Voices at SILMO Paris
OWA Global Connection Event Celebrating Women in Optical Innovation The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) marked another milestone for global collaboration with its Global Connection Event at SILMO Paris, titled “Seeing Beyond: The Power of Women in Optical...
Design Eyewear Group // Lars Flyvholm on Creative Synergy and Trade Shows
At SILMO Paris 2025, TEF Magazine sat down with Lars Flyvholm, CEO of Design Eyewear Group, for an exclusive #TEFtalk interview on design collaboration, the Menrad acquisition, and the future of optical tradeshows. This Design Eyewear Group Lars Flyvholm interview reveals how creative teamwork and strategic vision shape one of Europe’s most dynamic independent eyewear groups.
SILMO Paris 2025 Report // Where Tomorrow Takes Shape
The official SILMO Paris 2025 report captures a landmark edition filled with innovation, artistry, and sustainability. Over 33,000 professionals and 900 exhibiting companies converged in Paris to shape the future of eyewear through AI-driven technology, avant-garde design, and the prestigious SILMO d’Or Awards.
SILMO d’Or 2025 // Official Nominees Revealed
The stage is set for the SILMO d’Or 2025, as the official nominees are announced across 12 categories, from children’s eyewear to smart glasses. A celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation, the winners will be revealed on September 27 at Pavillon Gabriel during SILMO Paris 2025.
SILMO Paris 2025 // SILMO Tech Village unveils the future of optics
The SILMO Tech Village debuts at SILMO Paris 2025, spotlighting smart eyewear and AI with 20 pioneering exhibitors, exclusive demos, and inspiring talks by leaders like Snapchat, Meta, and Google. More than an exhibition, it is a laboratory of ideas where technology, research, and design converge to shape the future of optics.
SILMO Paris // OWA Global event Paris
The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) is set to expand its international presence with a Global Connection Event at SILMO Paris 2025. The panel discussion, “Seeing Beyond: The Power of Women in Optical Innovation”, will feature leading voices from EssilorLuxottica, Bausch & Lomb, and Silhouette, moderated by OWA’s Nancy Gries. Supported by SILMO, the event will highlight how women are shaping the future of technology, AI, sustainability, and vision health in the optical industr
SILMO Paris // Optical Design Contest 2025 Finalists Redefine Vision
SILMO Paris // International Optician of the Year Finalists 2025
SILMO Paris has revealed the finalists for the International Optician of the Year 2025. Dive into this celebration of optical excellence and discover who’s shaping the future of eye care.
