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MZ6021 Optika has also declared that “metals are back!” The Mizyake eyewear fall collection, distributed by Optika, features 10 new metal styles. They include MZ6023, a new take on the classic aviator shape. “What is unique is we use a stainless steel structure for maximum durabil- ity and comfort, while framing the front of the frame in a lightweight acetate, to give it a new look,” says Optika’s Richard Allan. Model MZ6021, meanwhile, also fea- tures stainless steel construction, while at the same time using an “alu- minium finish “on the top to give an exciting colour blend. Metal frames can also be seen in some of the hottest looks by Alternative/ Plan “B” Eyewear, like Glacee styles GL6891 and GL6886. MZ6023 MIZYAKE “Patterns, blues and light pinks are going to be present in a lot of eyewear designs,” says Cassandra Slepian, marketing and sales support at Alternative/Plan “B”. A throwback to a retro look and feel is also key for the fall. “Round styles are going to stay popu- lar with a resurgence of the aviator shape – which is not limited to sun- glasses but can be found in ophthal- mic options as well,” says Slepian. “You will also see some modified cateyes – taking the flattering part of cateyes without the over-the-top retro look.” GL6891 GL6886 28 OPTICAL PRISM | September 2018