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On the cover “We will also be featuring new oversized acetate eyewear designs, with a new take on the cat eye,” says Optika Eyewear’s Richard Allan about the new Blaine & Taylor models for 2020. This includes the Model BT2534, featuring new textured acetates, to give maximum impact and style. Raffaele This collection will feature 10 new models for both men and women. WestGroupe, meanwhile, is planning to add two new styles to its KLiiK collection for women that feature rich colour combinations and unique patterns. Style K-662 is a modified square frame that uses two-tone Leonora colouration on the front to contrast against the bridge and temples with a matte finish. This stainless-steel style is available in black purple, charcoal teal, ivory champagne and blush silver. The carved detailing on style K-665 showcases the colour-blocking effect on the browline and temples. The carving technique is used to create the paisley pattern along the end pieces and hinges plus the dotted pattern along the temples. This style is available in black rose, brown sand, teal grey and wine eggplant. Beverly Suliteanu, WestGroupe’s vice-president of product development, says unique colourways and bold designs will define its Fysh collection for January 2020. “We are showcasing custom laminations,” she says. “Along with metallic hues and vibrant colour combina- tions inspired by the latest runway looks, the new collec- tion offers trendsetting eyewear, perfect for the strong, ambitious women who embrace individual style.” Style F-3645 takes a classic metal navigator and adds a fem- inine pop of colour along the brow. The colour is finished in a matte look that contrasts the high-polished metal frame. This style is offered in gold black, gold brown, silver blue K-662 and rose gold violet. Stainless steel style F-3647 is a modified oval with a thin profile. The subtle style pops in metallic hues enhanced by the animal print along the browline and temples. Finished in a high-gloss epoxy, this style is available in bronze py- thon, grey zebra, teal crocodile and gold leopard. F-3645 René Gerber, senior marketing manager - North America for Bollé Brands, says round-shaped sunglasses will con- tinue to trend in 2020, but new hues will surely dazzle. “Next season you will find colours such as crystals, earthy tones and neutrals at the forefront,” she says. K-665 Serengeti is right in line with this palette, offering both the Raffaele and Leonora models in crystal, shiny cara- mel and shiny beige. OP Optical Prism | January 2020 27