RES / REI - CONTEMPORARY LUXURY SINCE 2012
RES / REI is an independent brand born in 2012 in Treviso, in the heart of the Italian eyewear manufacturing district. The brand sets itself apart from the mass-market by appealing to those in search of unique high-quality products.
RES / REI is specialized in designing frames that represent the quintessence of balanced shapes, contemporary design and sophisticated colour combinations. Through a unique partnership with Mazzucchelli 1849, RES/REI’s creative team crafts custom acetate patterns, resulting in eyewear with original textures and refined style.
Collections
-The Flowers Collection
Flower Collection is inspired by nature. The Flowers develop the theme of the inside-out: one frame inside the other. Two or three acetates with dissimilar colour are combined to achieve this curious aesthetics.
-The Sculptures Collection
The front faces of the models in Sculptures Collection are characterized by an enhanced three-dimensionality on both front and back faces. This particular process highlights the layering of the different patterns in the acetate.
-The Essences Collection
The Essences collection is inspired by the magical world of perfume. Just as fragrances are created by skillfully blending different ingredients, the eyewear in the Essences collection is the result of a careful balance of transparencies and more vibrant colours.
-The Eclipses Collection
The Eclipses collection is named after the astronomical event that occurs when any celestial body, such as a planet or satellite, comes between a light source, a star for example. Each front is characterized by the overlapping of two similar but slightly different shapes.
-The Gentlemen Collection
The Gentlemen collection was conceived to suit the contemporary man. Each model in this collection is characterized by sophisticated shapes, three-dimensional workmanship and rich details, starting with the new 5-joint hinge and the metal decorated inner core.
-The Horizon Collection
Inspired by the smooth shapes of clouds, the Horizon Collection by RES / REI reimagines luxury in sunglasses. With boldly thick frames and rounded front edges, models Mirage, Nimbus, and Zenith are characterized by a soft, elegant silhouette.
-The Diamonds Collection
Marylin Monroe said “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend”. This famous quotation was the starting point of a collection inspired by the sparkle of precious stones.
-The Dancers Collection
Dance is a succession of rhythmic movements of the body. The dancers’ bodies are a tool to manifest emotions and universal feelings. Gestures, movements, figures and twists that inspired the design of the new Dancers’ collection.
-The Architects Collection
The style of the Architects models reflects the character of architects, the inspiration behind this collection. They are great designers and intellectuals, able to turn their ideas into shapes and simplify the complex.
Frames are peculiar objects: they are fashion accessories, enhancement devices for aesthetics, yet they are medical devices, precision tools to overcome vision challenges. Some might argue that spectacles are an extension of someone’s closet; for us, it’s about individuality. We don’t let fashion trends rule our style, but we are aware that frames are tools for expression. In the pursuit of the “unique”, we define style with our own point of view. RES/REI
Reference: https://www.resrei.com/
Written by Rosendo
About the Author:
Rosendo was born and raised in Havana, Cuba, where he began his professional journey studying Optometry and Optics. His career then took him to Dubai, where he worked in the optical field for two years as a Sales Associate. Now, he’s settled in Calgary and takes great pride in being a valued member of our Mountain View Optometry team as an Optical Associate.
