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AHLEM BRINGS BRONZE BACK TO EYEWEAR French luxury eyewear label Ahlem is reviving bronze in contemporary frame design, bringing a historic French metalworking tradition into modern eyewear. Developed over two and a half years, the nickel- free bronze construction combines durability with sculptural detailing, including laser-engraved filigree, hand-hammered bevels and polished finishes. Nine new designs featuring bronze temples debut at Silmo Paris, expanding Ahlem’s portfolio of approximately 550 references. The material also supports balanced weight distribution and offers an alternative for wearers with nickel sensitivities. Alongside the launch, Ahlem is expanding its global retail presence with new boutiques in New York, Tokyo and Paris, reinforcing its focus on French craftsmanship, innovation and understated luxury. TOPPOSTSON VISIONPLUSMAG.COM BLOGSPOT VONDER UNVEILS CAMERA-FREE INTELLIGENT EYEWEAR VONDER has unveiled its debut collection of intelligent eyewear, offering a camera- free approach to the growing smart glasses category. The six acetate styles weigh under 30 grams and feature microphones and AI technology without cameras or displays. VONDER’s system is designed to interact with wearers and retain useful information through a Personal Memory Graph, while maintaining a privacy- focused approach. The frames support prescription, progressive and Transitions lenses. The collection will make its international debut at SILMO Paris 2026, with pre-orders opening on September 28, as VONDER positions AI eyewear around conversation, memory and everyday utility. META AND ESSILORLUXOTTICA EXPAND THE AI EYEWEAR PORTFOLIO Meta and EssilorLuxottica are expanding their AI eyewear portfolio with new Ray-Ban Meta and Meta-branded styles. The companies have introduced Ray-Ban Meta Audio, their first camera-free audio glasses, alongside Ray- Ban Meta Gen 3, featuring upgraded performance, battery life and controls. The wider portfolio also includes new Meta Glasses and Oakley AI eyewear, with more than 100 options expected across the three brands by the end of 2026. Meta is also expanding its AI capabilities through Muse, a personal AI agent designed to support more natural interactions. The developments signal a broader shift towards eyewear as an everyday computing platform. 76 VISION PLUS INDIA EDITION