Specs appeal

MANILA, Philippines - Iconic designer Tom Ford presents a collection of 29 eyewear frames for men and women. Offering a complete and diverse spectrum of optical and sunglass frames, the collection bears all the hallmarks of the Tom Ford house: Its sophisticated and progressive designs are crafted at the highest level using luxurious materials, then finished with meticulous detailing.

“Eyewear is one of the few accessories that men can use to express their style, and it’s one of the most powerful accessories that women can use in highlighting or transforming theirs, so it should be chosen with tremendous consideration and concern for quality — the message eyewear communicates is instantaneous and memorable,” says Ford.

The new collection offers contemporary frames grounded in the authenticity of classic eyewear shapes, like the Browline frame, an icon of ’50s style.

Women’s optical frames this season take a bold and directional leap. Modeled on Tom Ford sunglass styles from previous collections, they include an exaggerated, ’50s cat-eye style enhanced with curving lines and extra-wide temples.

Sunglasses for men this season develop the modernized ’50s theme. The Carlo updates a vintage design with wider and more rounded lines and a substantial, saddle-shaped bridge that features a single, skinny metal bar.

The Tom Ford Eyewear collection, handmade in Italy by Marcolin, is available at Rustan’s and major optical shops.