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The new sunglasses are fitted with Carl Zeiss for Zilli lenses and the temple tips recall Zilli’s ingot logo |
Zilli is to unveil a collection of 12 new eyewear models showcasing innovation, technology, craftsmanship and design at the TFWA Asia Pacific show in Singapore, where the French luxury menswear brand is exhibiting for the first time (Stand number: G8).
The new range, which follows the success of the company’s first eyewear collection in 2010, centres on state-of-the-art technology and distinctive materials.
The brand draws inspiration from current trends, with “daring designs that blend classicism and extreme modernity”, the company said. The pioneering, adventurous style is inspired by the world of luxury watchmaking.
Zilli offers 12 models (six optical and six sun models), each available in three colours. This season, limited editions, made from acetate laminated with silk, have been added to the collection.
The materials include 100% titanium, covered with a black matt treatment, the intensity of which comes from its
ruthenium base.
The collection is still available in 24ct yellow gold or ruthenium and also – new for this season – in 24ct white gold. The coatings are available in matt or glossy versions.
The acetates used for the new collection are exclusive coatings made in Japan. Strong tints, such as blue, brownish-red and plum, reflective effects (bronze-black, mineral, horn), two-tone colour schemes in geometric variations and trompe-l’oeil effects recall plaited leather, in a nod to the rare hides used by the brand.
Highly specialised production technologies mean that Zilli is able to use 100% titanium for three-dimensional work, with double convexity, highlighted by the refinement of a masculine guilloché decoration.
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Acetates are exclusive coatings made in Japan |
Two eyewear concepts
Following on from the first collection, the latest line features “two concepts that symbolise the pleasure and hedonism that are dear to Zilli”.
The Famous Painters: Three sun models and three optical models (for each, one in acetate and two in 100% titanium). These models reveal a fresh design with end pieces connected to bi-material temples in a 100% titanium and acetate combination. The acetate part is enriched with hand-applied inlays of pure carbon. The titanium temple tips symbolically recall the Zilli ingot logo.
The Famous Chefs: Three sun models, three optical models (for each, one in acetate and two in 100% titanium). This second design, featuring bi-material end pieces and temples, is crafted in three dimensions. The inside is engraved with three lines symbolising Zilli’s emblematic triple stitching and structured with geometric lines. The titanium temple tips are adorned with the ingot logo. The frames are described as modern and timeless.
As with the entire collection, each of these new optical models may be adapted with progressive lenses and
each of the sun models is fitted with Carl Zeiss for Zilli lenses.
Featuring Japanese excellence
Zilli produced its second eyewear collection entirely in Japan to benefit from the expertise of Japanese manufacturers: their mastery of titanium work, coatings and polished acetates.
Through this new collaboration, the Zilli eyewear line, which continues to be designed by Eric Jean, is one of the most exclusive collections on the eyewear market, according to the company. The model made of acetate mixed with silk is only produced in France.
About Zilli
Created in 1970 and presided over by its founder Alain Schimel, Zilli is an award-winning, passionate French independent player on the international luxury stage. It was one of the first luxury labels for men to be named Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) by the French Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry, in the Haute Couture and Ready-to-Wear category.
The workshops in Lyons, France combine the tradition of the artistic craft professions and technology. The craftsmen use exceptional leathers and fabrics.
Zilli is present in over 32 countries through a network of 40 boutiques, which are joined by about 100 multi-brand sales outlets.
