Eyespace Magazine | May 2022

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BOLD NEW HORIZONS INTRODUCING SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE FRAMES FOR CHILDREN

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Our portfolio expands with 12 new sustainable models made from recycled sea bottle plastic, in fun and fresh colours that kids will love.

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Three new models make a fresh and dynamic statement in this season’s must-have pastel hues, adding a signature Basebox twist with unique metal components.

14 This month’s launches feature new crystal and marble iterations of the collection’s ground-breaking renewable and biodegradable bio-acetates.

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An affordable and stylish choice for men, ZP4109 is a rectangular acetate style in two commercial colourways.

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ur green portfolio is expanding once again, and this month we are thrilled to bring you the first sustainable children’s collection with brand-new eco-designs from Rock Star made with marine waste plastic. Plastic has become a symbol of throwaway culture in the modern world due to its cheap, easy-to-make and disposable nature. As a result, it is estimated that 8 million tonnes of plastic enter the ocean annually, having drastic effects on marine animals and biodiversity. As mothers, we know that children are more aware than ever of our responsibility to protect the planet, so it’s never been a better time to introduce sustainable materials into our market-leading kids range. All Rock Star frames featured this month are manufactured using RECYCLED OCEAN PLASTIC WASTE, presented in a range of vibrant colours and aptly named after endangered sea animals. Each frame also comes in a biodegradable frame bag, and provided with biodegradable demo lenses to further enhance the collection’s eco-credentials.

Other highlights this month include new releases within the ground-breaking Eco-Conscious Collection, and fresh street-style inspired designs from Basebox that push fashion boundaries.

This month also marks our second virtual GREEN SUMMIT, with the date confirmed as Thursday 19th May. Full details can be found on page 15; we hope to see you there!

Thank you

Jayne Jayne & Julie Abel Eyespace Founders

Julie

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The Blue

MOVEMENT The next wave of sustainability There is a universal truth that applies to every single living being, binding us together as one, that we all depend upon our planet’s environment for survival. You might initially think the blue movement is the latest colour trend, but it is in fact a growing sustainable crusade, driven by highly engaged businesses focused on using ocean-safe materials and removing packaging waste, with the aim to conserve marine-life, reduce water wastage and limit the damage modern life inflicts on our oceans.

There are an estimated five trillion pieces of plastic floating in our oceans today and according to WWF, one refuse-truck’s worth of plastic waste enters the oceans every 60 seconds. An expression first pioneered by the beauty industry almost a decade ago, the blue movement came into the

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public domain through the banning of toxic plastic microbeads utilised within beauty products, by governments across the globe almost a decade ago. The green movement, which emerged back in the 1960s focusing on improving environmental impacts, had incalculable positive impacts on people's attitudes toward our planet and public awareness of the detrimental effects modern lifestyles have on the environment. As the lungs of our planet, our oceans provide essential ecosystem services we cannot live without, but plastic pollution - the most visible sign of the environmental crisis we’re facing under water – is overwhelming the oceans with the toxic effects of waste, plastic and chemicals.

Stemming from eco-conscious lifestyle shifts, like eating clean, composting, recycling, and avoiding excess chemicals, the public’s resurgence in concern for the environmental dangers facing our planet extends far beyond the beauty industry, with insurmountable demands for ‘clean’ and environmentally conscious products growing at the fastest rate in history. How an item is manufactured, how it is shipped, used, then eventually thrown away sits at the heart of the blue movement; when ecosystems below water are

functioning as nature intended, the oceans play a crucial role in both the fight against global nature loss and in climate change, and the brands engaging with it are finding solutions, big and small, to regenerate, improve and repair our waters.

Passionate in our mission to become the most sustainable eyewear supplier, the latest ‘green’ material innovation sees our eco-portfolio expand once again. Brand-new designs that influence the direct removal of plastic pollution from the sea are now available within the best-selling Rock Star collection. Once collected, the plastic is cleaned and prepared to be up-cycled into a new raw material. Eyespace’s CEO, co-founder and Chair of the OSA Sustainability Committee, Jayne Abel, explains “While oceans are resilient and have unbounded capacity to regenerate, we will be past the point of no return unless we prioritise their protection, so it’s important that we do the utmost and act fast. The optical industry is quickly shifting its thinking on the integration of sustainability throughout the entire optical chain from manufacture to the patient, but we still have a long journey ahead of us. We are seeing growing consumer demand for sustainable products met with exciting, innovative material choices that are toxic-free and biodegradable; but for sustainable eyewear to become the norm everyone needs to make the sustainable choice whenever one is available.

As it stands, the oceans are graveyards for plastics and toxic waste, and a shocking estimate states that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the oceans than fish*. With the introduction of seabottle frames, we have another opportunity to make substantial changes, passing along a clean, healthy, environmentally-sound planet for future generations.”

Collected from land and sea, the new sea-bottle frames provide another step forward in our conscientious approach to eyewear manufacturing.

Presented in a range of vibrant colours and aptly named after sea animals, the 12-piece Rock Star sea-bottle collection is designed to instinctively appeal to ‘Gen Z’ frame wearers, who are perhaps the most aware and highly engaged in protecting the planet. The premium recycled material selected for the collection incorporates plastic bottles as well as other ocean-plastic waste. Also known as rPET, this material gives post-consumer waste a new life, reduces ocean pollution and supports the

According to WWF, one refuse-truck’s worth of plastic waste enters the oceans every 60 seconds

survival of marine life and health of under-water ecosystems. Super lightweight and featuring core wires to enhance the frame’s adjustability, each piece has been purposefully crafted to perfect the fit and suit the needs of younger frame wearers.

For added sustainable touches, both the demo lenses and frame bag are 100% fully biodegradable.

For the fashion engaged, the Basebox Slimology capsule collection debuted a sustainable capsule in March 2022, bringing together recycled sea-bottle plastic eyefronts, recycled stainless steel temples and cotton-based bio-acetate tips; all brought to life through an energetic colour palette.

Healthy seas and oceans are vital for human life, producing over half of the oxygen we breathe and storing 50 times more carbon than our atmosphere. If we are to save our seas, we urgently need to tackle the threats posed by plastic pollution. By choosing to incorporate ocean-plastic frames into your portfolio you are taking great strides towards cleaning up our oceans, supporting marine-life and bringing much-needed awareness to these environmental issues. *Ellen MacArthur Foundation, University of Oxford, University of Leeds, and Common Seas, 2016

Beluga (C2)

We recommend cold glazing, and solvent and alcohol-free cleaning of Eyespace sea-bottle plastic frames.

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BELUGA 48

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

With a smart rectangular eyeshape and colourways inspired by sea and sky, Beluga is composed of recycled sea bottles, giving new life to both plastic and the ocean.

• Lowered bridge adapted for the perfect paediatric fit

C1 Black

• C1 is an easy-to-wear black eyefront with contrasting green temples • C2 is a navy eyefront with sky blue temples • The temples feature a core wire for adjustability • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag • Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only

C2 Navy

BLUEFIN 49

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

Appealing to wearers that want fashion and sustainability in the same frame, Bluefin is composed of recycled sea bottles and eco-rubber tips.

• The recycled material makes this frame very lightweight

C1 Red

• C1 is a bold red with rosy pink temples • C2 is a deep navy with uplifting teal temples • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag • Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only C2 Navy

CATSHARK 50

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

Designed to inspire new perspectives and spark confidence, Catshark’s vivid two-tone design continues the fun fusion of colours synonymous with the Rock Star collection.

• The 50 eyesize and sustainable credentials make this the perfect frame for teens aspiring to reframe the world

C1 Red

• C1 is a fun combination of red with purple temples • C2 is a purple eyefront paired with uplifting blue temples • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag • Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only

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C2 Purple

12 purposefully-curated and super-light children’s frames Recycled ocean pollution incorporating sea-bottle and marine-plastic waste Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bags certified to BS EN ISO 15985:2014 Core wires for full adjustability We recommend cold glazing, and solvent and alcohol-free cleaning of Eyespace sea-bottle plastic frames

SEA-BOTTLE FRAMES

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The recycled ocean pollution plastic chosen for the new Rock Star capsule offering incorporates plastic bottles and other marine-plastic waste collected from the ocean. ‘rPET’ gives post-consumer waste a new life, while reducing ocean pollution.

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DUGONG 48

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

A unisex offering within the ground-breaking Rock Star recycled sea bottle collection, Dugong is the perfect choice for young eco-warriors.

• Lowered bridge adapted for the perfect paediatric fit

C1 Purple

• C1 is a bright purple with vivid teal temple design detailing • C2 is a bottle green with black temple design detailing • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag • Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only

C2 Green

NARWHAL 50

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

Appealing to young imaginations, Narwhal features a fun pop of colour on the temples that works perfectly with recycled ocean plastic.

• In keeping with current optical trends, Narwhal features ultra slim rims

C1 Grey

• C1 is a trend-led grey with blue detailing on the temple • C2 is a cool khaki with energetic green detailing on the temples • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag • Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only

C2 Khaki

PORPOISE 45

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SUSTAINABLE SEA-BOTTLE PLASTIC

With playful references to retro styling, Porpoise is a gender-neutral, sustainable round-eye design utilising flexible and durable materials to elevate its suitability • The rounded eyefront with keyhole bridge has been purposefully developed to ensure optimal fit

C1 Pink

• C1 is a playful pairing of a matt pink with purple temples • C2 comprises a cool tortoiseshell eyefront with deep blue temples • Eco-rubber tips offer additional comfort and fit • Self-locking screw • Biodegradable demo lenses and frame bag

C2 Tortoiseshell

• Alcohol and solvent free cleaning solution, cold glaze only

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BB6106 51

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Pastel colourways romance with earth tones to evolve this spring’s most exciting colour story.

Showcased in statement Basebox-style with the two pitch-perfect colourways are given urban edge via a utility-inspired temple trim.

C1 Pink Striation

• The modern square eyeshape is a fresh iteration of the latest eyewear trend • Ethereal crystal acetate striations add Basebox’s signature fashion-edge • Modern cutwork detail and rose gold hardware offset the feminine colourways • C1 is a fashion-forward pink crystal with a subtle smoke effect

C2 Brown Striation

• C2 is a restrained brown crystal for a minimal, high-fashion look • Flex-hinge

BB6107 52

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New hardware makes a fresh and dynamic fashion-statement in this head-turning crystal frame with contemporary polished componentry at the temple and a pop of colour at the tips for a surprising Basebox twist.

C1 Pink Crystal

• The rounded rectangle shape is designed to suit round and oval faces • Showcasing intelligent use of colour, the clean crystal base tones give an instant spring refresh • C1 is a fun, feminine pink crystal with teal tips • C2 is a modern brown crystal with stylish tortoiseshell tips • Integrated flex-hinge

C2 Brown Crystal

BB6108 52

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Championing the hottest trends for spring, BB6108 presents a retro-inspired round-eye model with fearless modern style cues, a slim profile, new temple hardware and contrasting laminates create a piece of eye candy with structural edge.

C1 Black

• Reinventing vintage design, BB6108 features a keyhole bridge and dual eyefront pins to complement the retro eyeshape • C1 is a perennial black, upgraded by a striking white tip lamination • C2 is an inspired peach crystal with a pop of tortoiseshell at the tips • Integrated flex-hinge

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C2 Peach Crystal

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CANNA 52

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SUSTAINABLE BIO-ACETATE

The result of extensive research and development, Canna takes inspiration from this season’s perfect pastel trends, elevating the Eco-Conscious Collection’s portfolio to fashion-forward heights.

This model features subtle laminations along the upper eyerim at the lug, nose pad area and tips.

C1 Pink Crystal

• The carefully-considered subtle cat eye is particularly flattering • C1 is a delicate pink crystal with retro-inspired tortoiseshell laminations • C2 is a soft sky-blue crystal with contrasting subtle navy striation laminations • The crystal colourways matched with ultra slim rims gives a pure and lightweight aesthetic

C2 Blue Crystal

• German branded flex hinge with recycled content

CEDAR 51

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SUSTAINABLE BIO-ACETATE

Combining vintage styling with modern aesthetics in a wearable D-shape, Cedar is the perfect frame for the enviro-conscious male frame wearers. The matt finish is lifted by a subtle polished rivet detail at the lugs, which ensures there is no compromise on environmental eyewear choices.

C1 Grey

• The 51 eyesize makes Cedar the ideal frame for the gent with a smaller or leaner face shape • C1 is a smoke grey striation with a smooth, contemporary matt finish • C2 is an earthy brown striation with a modern matt finish • German branded flex hinge with recycled content

C2 Brown

All Eco-Conscious collection frames are supplied with fully biodegradable demo lenses and plastic-free packaging. All bio-acetates in the Eco-Conscious Collection are completely biodegradable and are tested to BS EN ISO 14855-1:2012.

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

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CHICORY 53

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SUSTAINABLE BIO-ACETATE

Chicory features a masculine square eyeshape and the collection’s first dual construction eyefront. A recycled stainless-steel bridge in a matt gun finish is complemented by a retro rivet details at the lug, while the sophisticated bio-acetate colourways are complemented with fresh, clear crystal tip-ends.

C1 Tortoiseshell

• C1 is a subtle moss green striation • C2 is a deep retro tortoiseshell • The temples are crafted with a new, tapered profile inspired by the natural world • German branded flex hinge with recycled content C2 Green Striation

CORDIA 52

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SUSTAINABLE BIO-ACETATE

Delivering a new wave of eco-innovation with a fashion edge, Cordia leads the way in our commitment make sustainable eyewear wearable and desirable.

• The keyhole bridge offers excellent weight distribution and wearer comfort

C1 Black

• C1 is a universal black eyefront with a subtle pop of colour from purple marbled sides and clear tip ends • C2 is an on-trend purple crystal with complementary blue marble sides and purple tip ends • A new, tapered temple profile ensures the EcoConscious Collection remains at the forefront of contemporary design • German branded flex hinge with recycled content

C2 Blue Marble

CYCLAMEN 54

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SUSTAINABLE BIO-ACETATE

Aligning frame design to consumer demand for contemporary eco-friendly fashion, Cyclamen is manufactured in our ground-breaking bio-acetate and is styled in two easy-to-wear masculine colourways that will appeal to those making sustainable lifestyle shifts.

C1 Grey Crystal

• The rectangular eyefront is ideal for squarer face shapes • C1 is a cool grey crystal with dark grey striated tip ends • C2 is a blue striation with semi-transparent blue tip ends • German branded flex hinge with recycled content C2 Blue

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ZP4109 54

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ZP4109 presents universally wearable colours in a smart eyeshape for men looking for affordable style.

• The rectangular shape provides a go-to for a range of wearers looking for everyday style

C1 Tortoiseshell

• C1 is a polished tortoiseshell • C2 is a polished grey crystal • Flex hinge

C2 Grey Crystal

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YO U R E XCLUSIVE I NVITATIO N

THURSDAY 19TH MAY 2022

7pm GMT

Join us for the next virtual Green Summit on Thursday 19th May, to discover the latest in sustainable innovation and industry leading eco-initiatives.

Register your interest with your Area Sales Manager or call Customer Service on 01527 870 550.

2021 WINNER Sustain abi l i ty Aw ard

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