Eye Focus August 2016 | Page 29

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OMEGA AND MARCOLIN GROUP ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

OMEGA , the iconic Swiss watchmaker , and MARCOLIN GROUP , among the worldwide leading eyewear company , have agreed to an exclusive collaboration to create OMEGA branded sunglasses .
The first summer collection will be available exclusively in OMEGA boutiques around the world from August 2016 with inspiration for the sunglasses taken from OMEGA ’ s strong heritage and timepiece design . This has enabled many aesthetical and technical design details that make each pair unique .
OMEGA and MARCOLIN GROUP have worked closely together to co-design the eyewear collection and their shared commitment to quality , luxury and precision has ensured that the highest standard of product has been reached .
Similarly , both groups are known for their principles regarding innovation and progressive thinking . With that in mind , there has been a determined attempt to offer customers new products with original touches .
Commenting on the launch , Raynald Aeschlimann , President & CEO of OMEGA , said : “ This is an exciting step for OMEGA because it leads our brand into new areas of creativity . With our long history , there is real brand substance and authenticity to work with and we have ensured that it is truly represented in every pair of sunglasses . It ’ s also been beneficial to share this project with MARCOLIN GROUP , as their renowned expertise and background with high-level brands has allowed us to produce some fantastic products . For customers , this is a chance to find new ways to express personal style and a passion for our brand ”.
Maurizio Marcolin , Style and Licensing Officer MARCOLIN GROUP , affirmed : " We are very pleased to have reached this agreement with OMEGA and proud to be selected as a partner in the debut of the company ’ s eyewear category . It is a confirmation of our unique ability to interpret the brand ’ s DNA and convey it in the design of each eyewear style ”.

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