Glimpse of spring

Safilo recently unveiled its spring and summer 2012 collections at its Holborn HQ in London. Simon Jones looks at the highlights

It's that time of year when the fashion world begins to preview next year's spring and summer lines and Safilo recently unveiled its partner brands' new collections for 2012. Somewhat unsurprisingly, the trend for retro shaped eyewear continues, but inventive new colour palettes keep things fresh. Elsewhere, many of the brands have sought to include motifs and styling cues from clothing and accessory ranges to heighten consumer recognition, something which designers had appeared to be moving away from in recent months.