Frank and Lucie MEN collection
Aldo Farinola wearing the Borgo frame by Frank and Lucie, Italian-inspired men’s eyewear
At today’s TEF shoot, our Italian dandy model Aldo moves through the scene with ease. Nothing performs, nothing competes. His style is instinctive, guided by rhythm rather than intention.
Here, the Borgo frame from the Frank and Lucie MEN collection finds its place. Vintage in spirit and masculine in flow, it follows his presence instead of directing it, settling into something assured.
Frank and Lucie MEN eyewear shaped by restraint
Aldo has come to dress through instinct rather than intention. His style carries confidence without volume, refinement without stiffness, shaped by time rather than trend. Within the Frank and Lucie MEN collection, this approach feels entirely natural. These are frames created for men who value character over spectacle (pun intended) and comfort over excess.
Within the Frank and Lucie MEN collection, these men’s glasses reflect an Italian-inspired men’s eyewear approach where comfort, restraint, and character move together naturally.
The silhouettes are masculine but relaxed, the proportions deliberate rather than sharp. Nothing demands attention. Everything works quietly together.
Frank and Lucie men’s glasses with Italian sensibility
The collection draws from the timeless elegance associated with Giorgio Armani, not as imitation, but as atmosphere. Each model is named after a moment or muse from his world, translating Italian sprezzatura into eyewear that feels natural from the first wear.
Warm tones, comforting vintage lines, and an artisanal sensibility give the frames their depth. This is Italian style expressed through balance, where comfort and confidence coexist without friction.
The Borgo frame by Frank and Lucie as quiet presence
Within the collection, Borgo feels especially composed. It does not dominate the face or define the outfit. It completes it. Available as readers and sunglasses in French Roast and Greyvanna, with Au Lait reserved for the sunglasses edition, the palette feels grounded and intentional.
These are colors chosen to age well, to soften with time rather than call for attention. Linen shirts, leather loafers, Borgo belongs among details that do not need explanation.
Available both as reading glasses and sunglasses, Borgo is designed to move effortlessly between moments of focus and moments of ease.
Italian-inspired men’s eyewear made to be lived in
Crafted from premium acetate and fitted with a built-in blue light filter, the frames balance everyday function with presence. The trusted Frank and Lucie fit ensures immediate comfort, while the material choices give weight without heaviness.
Each frame arrives with a matching cloth, case, and gift box, a quiet extension of its philosophy.
Vintage men’s eyewear style without nostalgia
What connects Aldo to the Frank and Lucie MEN collection is restraint. Both favour longevity over trends and confidence over volume. Borgo reveals itself slowly. Not all at once, not on first glance.
In this setting, the frame does exactly what it was designed to do. It listens, adapts, and belongs. A quiet expression of style for men who understand that true presence rarely needs to raise its voice.
TEF Lifestyle Shoot: TEFdoesITALY
Eyewear: Borgo by Frank and Lucy
Model: Aldo Farinola
Photographer: Alex Talia
About Frank and Lucie
Loes Brussen (Lucie for friends) is a multifaceted entrepreneur, publisher, designer, and storyteller. She is not only the creative force behind Frank and Lucie but also its prominent ambassador. When she reached the point in life where reading glasses became essential, she noticed a lack of options that suited her preferences. This realization inspired her to establish a brand that combined style, comfort, and beauty.
As a storyteller, Lucie initially built the brand around a fictional couple "Frank and Lucie", crafting an enchanting narrative to define the brand's ethos.
Over time, the story evolved into something more personal. Today, Lucie herself embodies the brand, wearing and designing her own signature reading glasses, eliminating the need for any fictional embellishment.
The Outcome: An eyestyle brand
Frank and Lucie have established themselves as more than just a reading glasses brand—they are an "eyestyle" brand. Crafted from premium acetate in sophisticated, timeless colors, the glasses exude elegance and a refined aesthetic. They appeal to those who appreciate life's finer details, whether it’s a captivating book, bespoke shoes, or a serene lunch by the sea.
The brand's portfolio now includes a broad range of products beyond reading glasses, featuring sunglasses, sunclip lenses, eyewear necklaces, cases, and other stylish accessories. Frank and Lucie have become synonymous with functional luxury, delivering iconic designs for discerning individuals.
Read more about this amazing brand on TEF Magazine or visit their website.
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