The Bite Magazine - Spring 2019 - Issue 24

bite glasses the exclusion collection is called Skipper and combines elegance, practicality and high performance. Its classic lines and sporty touch are ideal for those who love taking to the water, whether it is for adrenaline-charged yacht races, relaxing boat trips, during lunch in the marina, or while sipping an aperitif at sunset. The acetate frame is covered by a special rubber layer that is scratch-resistant and waterproof. It also fits more closely to the face so the sunglasses are perfect to wear even during stormy races. The polarised lenses with their 12 layers of anti-reflective coating are available in green and blue. It has a special treatment for IR protec- tion that filters out sunlight, prevents the lenses from overheating and keeps the eyes fresh and well-rested. The exclusive double mirror coating reduces glare even during the sunniest days at sea. Taking inspiration from the atmosphere, colours and lifestyle of the iconic island, the Capri Collection con- sists of Orchid, the latest cat-eye model from L.G.R. It has a design that is charming and assertive at the same time, with sharp lines that are made gentler by the use of cellular acetate in the frame. The Bouganville is also made of acetate but has softer lines and extra- large lenses for an elegant and sophisticated look. This design is inspired by the glamour and style of the Italian holidays of the 1950s. Last year, in 2018, to celebrate their tenth anniversary, the Heritage Limited Edition redesigned the vintage frames that Luca discovered in Asmara in the warehouse of his grandfather. The new models were made of matt acetate and equipped with polarised tempered mineral glass lenses. For the first time, the side flaps deemed avant-garde were made of cellulose acetate and char- acterised by small and sophisticated apertures inspired by the lines of the three-light window in Raffaello Bini’s store in Asmara. Rome, the capital of Italy is the name of another collection by L.G.R which brings together the winning combination of acetate and metal found in the Farah, Zakaria and Osman models. Their light- weight frames feature a metal alloy nose bridge that is supported by cellulose acetate resting grace- fully above the tempered mineral glass lenses. The silhouettes of the Berber and Zulu models are char- acterised by ultra-thin metal frames which present a refreshing contemporary slant on an old-school style. The Superleggero line is a reinterpretation of the Fez and Keren models which features acetate frames and ultra-light steel temples inspired by the design of 1960s Italian race cars. While the simple and elegant Sultan and Sirocco models feature temples that are partly embossed and partly coated with a spotted Havana sheath. Finally, the new Reunion Combo has an acetate frame with a new metal bridge and the Reunion III features flat tem- pered mineral glass lenses, leather side flaps, and a one-of-a-kind leather insert on the bridge. L.G.R’s latest collaboration with Automobili Amos was launched at the presentation of the Lancia Delta Futurista, a redesign of the legendary classic car. Taking inspiration from the colours and materials of the new model, Luca Gnecchi Ruscone custom designed a limited edition of the Reunion Flap model which has a classic cellulose acetate frame in Brinzio Green (the shade chosen by Eugenio Amos, CEO of Automobili Amos for the car) which pays tribute to the small town near Varese, north Italy, where he learned to drive. The zero base gold mirrored lenses represent the futurist LED lights of the vehicle while the dark brown Alcantara side flaps are inspired by the saddlery of racing cars. The Reunion Flap model for Automobili Amos has been produced in a limited edition of 120 pieces, of which 20 will go to the buyers of the 20 Lancia Delta Futurista available for sale. The packaging has been cus- tomised with the Automobili Amos logo and an external Alcantara coating, which will be available for sale exclu- sively online. L.G.R eyewear can be purchased in the flagship store located in Milan, online and in selected stores all over the world including those in Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Oceania. https://www.lgrworld.com Images courtesy of L.G.R