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Balmain and Akoni launched joint collection of luxury shades

2 min read June 17, 2020 Ashley Miller

The history of the French brand Balmain begins back in 1945 when the founder of this High Fashion House Pierre Balmain opened the first boutique in Paris. The first 25 years of the brand’s existence Balmain created haute сouture collections which were worn by such big-screen stars as Ava Gardner, Marlene Dietrich, Catherine Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot, and numerous representatives of the European aristocracy.

In the seventies he supplemented his collections with perfume and luxurious accessories including eyewear and watches.Years have passed. Today, the leading designer of the house is Olivier Rousteing, who takes an active part in creating collections of frames and sunglasses in which the retro style prevails.

This year the brand released the new eyewear collection created in cooperation with Swiss luxury group Akoni. Made in Japan, the frames come in five distinct styles, each a symbol of the brand’s dedication to fine craftsmanship and intricate detailing.

The glasses come in a range of classic Balmain silhouettes with strong frames and the use of decedent blacks and signature Pierre Balmain’s gold touches. Balmain and Akoni both work with the highest quality of materials and the best artisans. The interaction of Balmain and Akoni resulted in the emergence of daring and fashion-forward collection that aligns perfectly with creations of this modern-yet-historic fashion house.