On the 16th day of Christmas, TEFmag presents to you….
an oversized acetate design that blends timeless elegance with modern flair: the Kea by Morel.
This frame commands attention with its thick lines and oversized silhouette, exuding a confident, refined style, and is it the perfect holiday accessory for the confident, fashion-forward woman.
Oversized Elegance in Every Detail
The KEA frame commands attention with its thick lines and oversized silhouette, exuding a confident, refined style. Crafted entirely from high-quality acetate, KEA’s design shines with its deep, enchanting hues, highlighted by luminous violet tones and tortoiseshell temples. These distinct temple details seamlessly integrate into the front, creating a cohesive and striking aesthetic.
Morel’s KEA model is more than just eyewear; it’s a tribute to the brand’s heritage and its forward-thinking vision for the future. By merging influences from two distinct eras, KEA exemplifies Morel’s dedication to blending tradition with innovation, delivering frames that feel both classic and contemporary.
Showcased in Style
As seen in Morel’s latest campaign, KEA is worn with elegance by a duo that perfectly encapsulates its bold and feminine energy.
The frame’s meticulous design highlights the extra care Morel gives to every detail, ensuring a flawless finish that enhances the personality of the wearer.
Celebrate the Season with Morel
This Christmas, add a touch of oversized glamour to your holiday look with KEA by Morel. Whether for a festive gathering or as a thoughtful gift for someone special, KEA combines statement-making style with timeless elegance, making it the ultimate sunwear for the season.
About Morel
The story of Morel begins in 1880, on the heights of the Haut-Jura National Park: the cradle of French eyewear. For four generations, Morel has been designing eyewear with passion and creativity.
The 1880 collection is inspired by the brand’s emblematic models and reinterprets designs at the heart of the trend. Morel’s history is first and foremost that of a family passionate about their work as manufacturers of the eyeglasses they have designed and created since 1880.
The French brand is both creative and trailblazing, making its mark on the public through its iconic models sold in millions of copies throughout the world. 140 years during which the brand has never stopped perfecting its know-how, refining its technical skills and cultivating its creativity.
The French brand is both creative and trailblazing, making its mark on the public through its iconic models sold in millions of copies throughout the world. 140 years during which the brand has never stopped perfecting its know-how, refining its technical skills and cultivating its creativity.
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