More than just a practical device to help you see clearly, spectacles are an important part of your identity. Whether you want to appear sophisticated or conservative, youthful or fashion-focused, choosing the right glasses to suit your personality and lifestyle isn’t always easy. Abernethy Owens stocks a wide range of trusted eyewear brands, all of which have a reputation for impeccable quality, comfort, function and style. From classic Parisian Caroline Abram frames to the uniquely beautiful Cocoa Mint spectacles, let’s take a look at a few designer labels to help you decide which brand might suit you best.
FACE A FACE
Founded in 1995 by Pascal Jaulent and Nadine Roth, FACE A FACE is a French eyewear design company with a philosophy based on “modernity and creativity without compromise”. High end, rich in colour and expression, FACE A FACE spectacles combine artistic beauty and intricate design forms drawing inspiration from Modern Art, architecture and contemporary design. Playing with volumes, shapes, material and textures, this brand is for those who like to push the fashion boundaries and stand out from the crowd.
ProDesign
Designing eyewear that is both visually appealing and comfortable to wear, Danish eyewear company ProDesign stay true to their heritage focusing on clean and functional design fused with durability, and meticulous craftsmanship. Minimalistic frame styles with surprising pops of colour, ProDesign glasses are for those who love innovation and functionality, and classic Danish design.
Koali
The Koali collection by Morel, is considered a standout in women’s designer eyewear. A decorative ”bio-design” collection inspired by the wonders of nature and the “living world”, Koali is aimed at the confident urban female who is proud to be feminine and is looking for a unique product which allows her to assert her personality, standing boldly apart from “couture” labels. Offering a wide and original selection of creative colours and stunning designs, the Koali collection features the perfect balance of fashion and function.
OVVO
OVVO Optics has been creating high performance, technologically advanced eyewear since 1980. Family owned and hand-crafted in Poland, OVVO frames undergo 85 steps of craftsmanship, ensuring every pair meets the rigorous demands of the modern customer. Utilizing the highest grade materials and innovative patented technology throughout every frame, OVVO Optics has a passion for precision and performance which is evident in the design, reliability and comfort of every pair.
Caroline Abram
Founded in 1998, Parisian designer Caroline Abram uses diverse materials such as resin, wood, silver and semi-precious stones to create beautiful, bright and fresh frames to reveal and glorify all the facets of a woman’s personality. Impeccably designed and created to enhance the natural beauty of every woman, Caroline’s collection of eyeglasses encapsulates the old-fashioned charm of Miami – vintage sixties style, cat-eyes, bold colours and extreme femininity.
Serengeti
An iconic brand, born in the USA, the Serengeti vision is to allow you to experience the world at its most inspirational. Aiming to innovate and to redefine market standards, Serengeti combines “the most advanced eyewear technologies, the Americana culture and the finest sense of aesthetics, design and creativity.” Recognised as one of the world’s most innovative and creative premium eyewear brands, every piece of eyewear is designed and crafted with passion and meticulous attention to detail.
Coco Song
Handcrafted eyewear designed to highlight the beauty of the woman that wears them, Italian brand Coco Song draws inspiration from the mystery of the Orient, using the finest materials to create luxurious and unique eyewear for the modern woman. Using exquisite elements such as silk, dried flowers, feathers, semi-precious stones and metal accents, each frame is hand crafted by an artisan master taking a minimum of six months to perfect. Blending classic Italian design with the beauty of oriental culture results in eyewear that could be mistaken for an artistic masterpiece.
Cocoa Mint
With frames that “cross the borders of age for sophisticated fashion aware women”, Cocoa Mint was launched in 2013 by two sisters, one with expertise in optometry, the other with expertise in accounting. Focused on creating simple yet striking forms, the Cocoa Mint brand is described as “iconically British and effortlessly stylish” with the aim to create a relaxed fashion brand that bridges the gap between young trendsetters and fashionable progressive lens wearers.
From big and bright to delicate and dainty, Abernethy Owens Optometrists stock all the leading eyewear brands from all over the world, including Land Rover, Domani, Furla, Lafont, Maui Jim, Mako, Nike, Oakley, Ray Ban and more. If you would like more information or guidance on the right glasses for you, visit our team today. We have 5 convenient locations throughout the Perth metropolitan area, drop in to see us or book an appointment now.