By Clodagh Norton – A beautiful alignment of creativity shines through in a dynamic collaboration between Lafont Paris and Maison Pierre Frey – another special reference for the Parisian eyewear firm that celebrates 100 years of family history this year
French eyewear house Lafont Paris and La Maison Pierre Frey, a Parisian purveyor of fine fabric, have worked together to achieve a special edition of six frames which showcase Frey fabrics inside the cellulose acetate. Lafont has expertise in working with fabrics such as Tartan, Liberty prints and Tulle – placed perfectly inside the acetate layers of the frames: their know-how dates back to the 1970s. Matthieu Lafont told Eyestylist that in recent years there has been a rise in fabric frames for all ages at Lafont, hence the inspiration for the new collaboration frames. “The last 10 years have seen a renewal of our fabric offer in the collection, for kids and then adult sunglasses and optical frames. The Pierre Frey collab is bringing it to a next level.”
Above: Lafont x Pierre Frey sunglasses: the result of the partnership of two emblematic creative universes with two distinct areas of expertise. Inspired by the imaginative richness of Maison Pierre Frey, Thomas Lafont combined their fabrics into the eyewear designs – following a special tradition at the family-owned eyewear business which has had lasting success through many decades
“For me, this partnership is an obvious choice. Pierre Frey exemplifies the French aesthetic. Integrating such a wealth of creativity into our universe is a real pleasure. La Maison Pierre Frey, a House embodied by a family with a long history, of course echoes our own…” Thomas Lafont
About Pierre Frey: Founded in 1935, Maison Pierre Frey creates and manufactures high-end textiles and furnishing fabrics. Certified as an ‘Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant‘ (EPV), Maison Pierre Frey stands out for its mastery of excellent craftsmanship and industrial ingenuity contributing to the influence of the French Art de vivre. Rich in family history, nurtured by a love of fine artistry, attention to detail and a drive to create – the Maison shares the values of the Parisian eyewear company Maison Lafont. For more information visit – www.lafont.com and www.pierrefrey.com