lines and launches

SPORTS Fusion

Amy Spiezio • Photography by Peter Baker

CONVERSE HYBRID COLLECTION'S GOT GAME

A fusion of the past and the future reflects the new Converse Carbon Hybrid Collection sunwear from REM Eyewear. The frames are constructed of injected carbon graphite and TR- 90 nylon that provides strength and flexibility in eight lightweight styles. In addition, the bonding of co-injected rubber, "vulcanization," enhances the sunglasses' performance, company representatives note. Similar to the sneakers' construction, vulcanized rubber is adhered to the carbon hybrid material, providing increased comfort and performance. The collection reflects a blending of fashion and sports lifestyle sensibilities with classic wrap styles, fashion-forward modern aviator shapes, and bold rectangles. The styles feature polarized lenses and many of the models also feature a built-in sun visor designed to prevent harmful rays, reduce glare, and block wind. For information, call 800-423-3023 or visit www.remeyewear.com.

FINE LINES

MODO LAUNCHES LINEA Style and technology blend in Linea, Modo's latest sub-collection. Linea introduces an exclusive technical innovation, a spring hinge seamlessly integrated in the temples. The Modo Linea collection is made of 16 new styles, available in titanium, acetate, and titanium/acetate combinations that are handmade by Japanese artisans. The acetate styles feature vibrant and textured colorations ranging from red/lilac, red/black, and black/transparent combinations to classic browns and grays. The titanium styles offer a choice of beta-titanium or acetate temples. Front and temple colors are contrasting in gunmetala/red, brown/forest green, brushed silver/black, and red/lilac. In the combination frames, titanium fronts are matched to bold textured acetate temples in red and blue, adding character to a wearable style. The flexible hinge is seamlessly integrated in the temple, making the mechanism stable and the frames comfortable and adaptable to many different faces. For more information, call 800-223-7610 or visit www.modo.com.

Street Smarts

WILEY-X'S WOMEN'S STREET SERIES TAKES OFF Reflecting a growing trend of diverse style options for women athletes, performance and design are the focus of a new collection from Wiley X Eyewear. The firm's new Women's Street Series combines protection with design in four sunwear models that are ready to go from the sports field to the street. Targeting female outdoor enthusiasts who are seeking sporty sunglass chic, the line's design was created for looks as much as rugged durability. The quartet of frames features a thick, edgy design for a clean, refined appearance that combines with classic characteristics for modern flair. The Ashley, pictured above, is available in gloss black or gloss brown fade (shown). All Women's Street Series styles are fitted with shatter-resistant High Velocity Protection Selenite polycarbonate lenses that meet ANSI Z87.102993 impact and optical standards. For more information on the collection or available P.O.P. materials, call 800-776-7842 or visit www.wileyx.com.

Glamour glasses

OPTIQ GIVES MARILYN MONROE RED CARPET TREATMENT

Photographs of the actress Marilyn Monroe, now part of the Shaw Family Archives, have inspired the creation of the Marilyn Monroe line from Optiq. Photographer Sam Shaw's unique style captured actress Marilyn Monroe at her most iconic, and his image of her standing on a subway grate during the filming of the Seven Year Itch is the stuff Hollywood legends are made of. Over the years, Shaw and Monroe worked together to create memorable images that helped cement the actress' place in the show business firmament. The collection features eight ophthalmic styles in plastic and metal full-rim and semi-rimless models as well as two sunglass styles. Each frame is designed with a distinctly updated retro flair plus a touch of the glamour that the actress embodied. P.O.P. includes a six-piece frame display featuring an image of the actress. For more information, visit www.optiqframes.com or call 905-669-6251 or 800-268-1265.