Gucci released its luxe eyewear collection for the Fall/Winter 2018 season and it presents an agreeable juxtaposition of contemporary design and hints of vintage flair. Tapping into youth culture, the high fashion brand extracts meaningful style preferences that inform "classic silhouettes with eccentric and unconventional proportions."
For its luxe eyewear collection, Gucci truly takes it to another level. As a range, the chic offerings navigate the line "from vintage allure to modern romanticism," producing a stylish fusion that is bound to capture consumer attention. While some designs chose to embrace a deeply nostalgic aesthetic, others are adorned with Swarovski crystals to reach another dimension of sophistication.
As for its optical luxe eyewear line, Gucci sets greater emphasis on retro "50s-inspired masculine shapes." The glasses are available for both men and women.
Vintage-Informed Luxe Eyewear Collections
Gucci's Fall/Winter 2018 Line Embraces Youth Culture
Trend Themes
1. Vintage-informed Eyewear - Opportunity for eyewear brands to incorporate vintage elements and design into their collections, appealing to consumers seeking a unique and nostalgic aesthetic.
2. Youth-influenced Luxury - Opportunity for luxury brands to tap into youth culture and create stylish fusion collections that blend contemporary design with eccentric and unconventional proportions.
3. Retro-inspired Optical Eyewear - Opportunity for optical brands to focus on retro '50s-inspired masculine shapes, providing consumers with a range of stylish options for both men and women.
Industry Implications
1. Eyewear - Opportunity for eyewear brands to create vintage-inspired collections and incorporate unconventional proportions and design elements.
2. Luxury Fashion - Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to embrace youth culture and create collections that combine contemporary design with nostalgic flair.
3. Optical - Opportunity for optical brands to focus on retro-inspired designs and offer a range of eyewear options with '50s-inspired masculine shapes, appealing to various consumer preferences.