LOFT Eyewear Shows announced the creation of the “New York Eyewear Design Week”. Its first edition will be held in New York City from March 13th to 15th, 2025.
The primary objective of this initiative is to foster a seamless, curated experience that brings together a diverse array of eyewear brands and industry stakeholders. For the first edition, Kering Eyewear and Thélios are participating in independently hosted showroom events to present their Summer 2025 collections.
With the “New York Eyewear Design Week 2025” LOFT Eyewear Shows, Kering Eyewear and Thélios aim to deliver an unforgettable week of inspiration and innovation. The initiative is designed to benefit eyewear boutiques, industry buyers, optometrists, opticians, and their staff, offering them a rich, immersive experience in a city they know and love.
The event promises not only to highlight the latest trends and innovations in eyewear but also to provide a stimulating environment where business and creativity intersect. There will be a full complement of Optometry and Optician Continuing Education as well as a space dedicated to machinery, software, and Optometric needs. Stay up to date on Eyewear Design Week 2025 by visiting www.eyeweardesignweek.com.
ABOUT LOFT Eyewear Events
LOFT Eyewear Events has been hosting an off-site event space since 2000 and will be celebrating 25 years since its first event in NYC. Featuring brands such as Mykita, Bevel, Anne et Valentin, Theo, Blake Kuwahara, Kirk and Kirk, Matsuda, LA Eyeworks, and Kuboraum, the LOFT event has become a staple in the eyewear event calendar. They will be adding a second space to showcase additional independent brands close to its location at Chelsea Industrial.
Kering Eyewear is part of Kering, a global Luxury group that develops a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods, and Jewelry. Founded in 2014, Kering Eyewear is the most relevant player in the Luxury Eyewear market segment. The Company designs, develops, and distributes eyewear for a complete and well-balanced portfolio of 14 brands including Gucci, Cartier, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Chloé, Alexander McQueen, Montblanc, Dunhill, Alaïa, and Puma, together with its proprietary brands LINDBERG, Maui Jim, and Zeal Optics.
Born from the will of LVMH Group, a world leader in luxury, to establish itself in the eyewear sector, Thélios Designs produces and distributes sunglasses and optical frames for some of its most prestigious Maisons: Dior, Fendi, Celine, Givenchy, Loewe, Stella McCartney, Kenzo, Berluti, Bulgari, TAG Heuer and Fred. In addition, Thélios owns two proprietary brands, Barton Perreira and Vuarnet. With its Manifattura, located in Longarone, Italy, Thélios blends the distinct identity of each Maison with Italian craftsmanship to create exceptional luxury eyewear.
Chrome Hearts Eyewear will be hosting a private showing of their brand at their Meatpacking District location.
Vision Week New York is the brainchild of Erich Mattei and Paul Mormon O.D. is providing Continuing Education, Business Builder seminars along with a forum for machinery, software, and other Optometric needs at the Times Center.
