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Valentino and Luxottica Sign Licensing Agreement
The first eyewear collection under the new license will bow at the beginning of 2017.
Jeremy Scott, Italia Independent Collaborate on Sunglasses
Italia Independent will produce a line of sunglasses for the American designer that will bow in stores in…
Sunglass Hut to Open at Galeries Lafayette, BHV Marais
A full rollout of 57 locations in France should be completed by the end of the year.
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Swatch and Safilo Ink Five-Year Agreement
The first collection of their line, dubbed Swatch the Eyes, will be launched in spring 2016.
Currency Dents Safilo’s Sales Growth
At current exchange rates, sales rose 8.5 percent but were flat at constant exchange.
Jeremy Scott, Pepsi Link for Sunglass Collection
Jeremy Scott discusses his new Pepsi collaboration and his views on mass-scale public fashion shows.
Khan Out at Luxottica, Del Vecchio Steps In
Adil Khan is leaving his role as chief executive officer for markets at Luxottica Group.
Kenneth Cole, Marcolin Renew Licensing Agreement
The renewed contract will expire in December 2021.
Genny to Launch Eyewear and Open Store in the US
The Italian brand, which is looking for a location in Los Angeles, has signed a tree-year licensing agreement…
Italia Independent Posts 9.4 Percent Increase in 9 Months
Earnings and revenues rose in the period ended Sept. 30.
Safilo’s Brand ‘Rockets’: Jimmy Choo, Fendi, Givenchy
The Italian eyewear company sees more potential in Boss Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Tommy Hilfiger, Kate Spade and…
Max Mara, Safilo Link With Artist Maya Hayuk on Limited-Edition Sunglasses
Hayuk's famously bright style has found its way onto a limited-edition run of Max Mara sunglasses.
Artisan Eyewear Makers Innovate With Unique Materials, Technology
Artisan and bespoke eyewear makers set themselves apart with unique materials, technology and service.
Sales, Profits up at Luxottica
Strong Global growth lifts results at for the eyewear maker.
Warby Parker Goes High End With Thea Collection
On Tuesday, Warby Parker will launch its limited-edition Thea collection of sunglasses, the brand's first…