Eyewear artisans: carefully crafting their vision

De quelques cliniques à maintenant plus de 80, et toutes indépendantes, c’est dans la nature d’Opto-Réseau d’encourager les plus petits joueurs qui tentent de faire leur place dans l’optique.

On pense notamment à des marques comme Morel, Blackfin, I-MAN, Made In Cadore (MIC), Woodys et Kaleos. Ces marques proposent des montures magnifiques qui se démarquent et qui n’ont rien à envier aux grandes marques de luxe bien établies.

On vous présente ces marques et pourquoi nous les avons choisies.

PRENDRE LE TEMPS

Nombreux sont les fabricants et les créateurs lunetiers qui conçoivent leurs montures à la main. Leurs processus de fabrication se rapprochent souvent de l’artisanat. L’inspection des produits à chaque étape est essentielle et fait en sorte qu’une attention particulière est portée aux détails.

Le choix des matériaux est fait de manière consciente, avec l’intention de respecter la nature pour plusieurs de ces marques, en plus d’être de très grande qualité.

Ce qui est aussi remarquable, c’est que leur identité de marque est forte et cohérente. Leur vision est claire et se traduit par des collections de lunettes à leur image, saison après saison. Toutes les marques nommées plus haut proposent des modèles uniques avec des agencements de couleurs et de formes intéressantes.

The Opto-Réseau network started out small but has grown to include more than 80 independent clinics. That’s why it’s in our nature to encourage smaller brands trying to make a name for themselves in the optical industry.

Companies such as Morel, Blackfin, Made In Cadore (MIC), Woodys, and Kaleos produce magnificent frames that are just as good as those manufactured by established international brands.

Read on to find out more about these eyewear manufacturers.

A DEDICATION TO DETAIL

Many eyewear artisans design their frames by hand with manufacturing processes that are inspired by craft production. For these creators, attention to detail is everything. That’s why they care so much about quality control every step of the way.

Moreover, they are highly selective about the materials they use. In fact, numerous brands want to make eco-friendly choices while ensuring the products they deliver are of the highest quality.

These artisans have built a solid, coherent brand identity that translates into a clear vision and models that embody their values. Every brand mentioned offers a range of unique frames featuring alluring combinations of shapes and colours.

MORE ABOUT THESE BRANDS

Morel
Morel frames reflect the brand’s dedication to forward-thinking design, innovation, and precision. The family-run business has been in the optical industry for 5 generations and has fully embraced their status as eyewear artisans.

Blackfin
Blackfin is an expert in crafting robust, yet light and colourful titanium frames inspired by international trends. Their collection combines Japanese titanium, Scandinavian design, and Italian manufacturing processes.

Made In Cadore
A brand inspired by nature, Made In Cadore glasses are nothing less than works of art. Their frames are made from eco-friendly materials to reduce the company’s environmental footprint and come in a variety of colours and shapes.

Woodys
The first pair of Woodys frames were made from skateboard scraps. The brand still pays tribute to their roots by inserting a small piece of wood into every pair of frames they make. Innovation and creativity have been part of the brand’s DNA since day 1.

Kaleos
Kaleos, the Spanish brand we mentioned last month, has been playing with combinations of bold colours and materials since their very beginnings. They truly stand out thanks to a focus on detail and aesthetics.

FRAMES YOU’LL LOVE

Every time they launch a new collection, these eyewear brands always go all out. That’s why so many of their models are featured in our Editorial Collection. Here are the ones that have grabbed our attention this spring: