BOUTIQUE BRANDS - WRITEUPS
The following information is being provided about some unique international independent brands which are gaining popularity in the eyewear and fashion industry, hence it becomes mandatory for everyone at Dayal Opticals to learn about them and their availability at our select branches, so please go through the small write ups about each of these brands which would help you get acclimated with them. All these brands have a 1 year warranty.
MAYBACH
Origin- Germany
Made in- Germany
Price Range- 80k-2.75L+
About the brand/USP- one of the most opulent luxury Car brand, use of exotic and precious components like wood, horn, leather and carbon fiber, top notch gold plating over premium alloy metal
Available at- All branches
ANNA KARIN KARLSSON
Origin- Sweden
Made in- Italy , Japan
Price Range- 50k- 2.75L
About the brand/USP- epitome of women’s luxury eyewear, 24k gold plated, use of diamond crystals, mostly numbered limited editions.
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO3, SLT,CHD
LINDBERG
Origin- Denmark
Made in- Denmark
Price Range- 40k-60k
About the brand/USP- one of the most lightweight frames, made of surgical titanium thereby eliminating chances of any allergic reaction, super flexible, no screws in the frame making them almost maintenance free, clean and seamless designs
Available at- All branches
KUBORAUM
Origin- Germany
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 45k-1L
About the brand/USP- totally hand made, new age styling, use of sterling silver, frames with burnt metal and hand beaten effect.
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, CHD, MOH, DO3, GLR1, DLF
PUGNALE
Origin- Italy
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 45k-90k
About the brand/USP- bold look, hand made, sterling silver , 18-22 k plating , very limited quantities in each model
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO2, SLT, MOH, CHD
VAVA
Origin- Italy
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 50k-90k
About the brand/USP- Mazzucchelli Acetate, off beat styling, contemporary looks, very distinguishable due to aluminum hinges.
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, MOH, GLR3, ARD, MOH POP, CHD
ZILLI
Origin- France
Made in- France
Price Range- 50k-90k
About the brand/USP- all titanium with 22 k gold plating , lightweight, very exclusive - not available everywhere
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO3, MOH
MATSUDA
Origin- Japan
Made in- Japan
Price Range- 50k-1.60L
About the brand/USP- titanium, Japanese craftsmanship , heritage brand, amazing depth in detailing
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, SLT, MOH, CTY, CHD, GLR3
OPHY
Origin- Italy
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 30k-40k
About the brand/USP- hand made in Italy, colorful styles, new age shapes, amazing look and feel.
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, GLR2, GLR3, MOH, CHD, CTY, CYBER, ARD
CAPOTE
Origin- Ibiza
Made in- Japan
Price Range- 40k-60k
About the brand/USP- titanium, great lens colors , suitable for small faces , unisex appeal, mesh design, innovative shapes
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, MOH, CHD, MOH POP
RIGARDS
Origin- Paris, Hong Kong
Made in- Hong Kong by a single artist per frame
Price Range- 50k-90k
About the brand/USP- clip on centric, small round shapes in titanium, limited editions, use of exotic materials like horn, wood pairs, copper etc, minute detailing
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, CHD, DO2, DO3, SLT
FOR ARTS SAKE
Origin- London (U.K.)
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 23k-35k
About the brand/USP- very feline with use of pearls and chains, amazing packaging , suitable shapes for all age groups,
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO3, SLT, GLR, MOH, CHD
OFF WHITE
Origin- Italy
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 30k-50k
About the brand/USP- colorful acetate in oversized, thick styles, fun collection
Available at- All branches
JACQUES MARIE MAGE
Origin- USA
Made in- Italy , Japan
Price Range- 60k-2L
About the brand/USP- 24k plating , all numbered limited edition pairs, great focus on detailing on the temples, timeless styles.
Available at- Brooke & Carter Chanakya, Brooke & Carter Emporio
JACQUEMUS
Origin- Italy
Made in- China, Italy
Price Range- 35k-55k
About the brand/USP- acetate frames, young styling, exclusive pairs
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO2, DO3
ANNE & VALENTIN
Origin- France
Made in- France
Price Range- 30k-60k
About the brand/USP- famous for their colorful opticals frames, unique and exclusive shapes, titanium metal
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, GLR3, MOH, CHD
KEN OKUYAMA
Origin- Japan
Made in- Japan
Price Range- 90k-1.5L
About the brand/USP- all titanium, unique styling inspired from the iconic cars designed by him - Ferrari and Maserati
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, CHD, SLT, MOH
JOHN DALIA
Origin- France
Made in- France, Japan
Price Range- 50k-1L
About the brand/USP- industry leading 5 micron 22k gold plating, unique shapes , luxury unisex styling, hand made , innovative shapes.
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, MOH, MOH POP, GLR, GLR2, GLR3,CHD, DLF
EYEPETIZER
Origin- Italy
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 24k-35k
About the brand/USP- fun sunglass, unisex styling, geometric shapes, new shapes, pocket friendly prices.
Available at- B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, MOH, CHD, ARD
KALEOS
Origin- Barcelona, Spain
Made in- Italy
Price Range- 20k-30k
About the brand/USP- contemporary design, unique shapes, colorful acetate
Available at- B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, DO3, SLT, GLR, GLR3, MOH, CHD
GAST
Origin- Milan, Italy
Made in- Milan, Italy
Price Range- 12k-15k
About the brand/USP- All handmade using the best materials, trendy shapes, colorful options available too.
Available at- All stores except for B&C Chanakya, B&C Emporio and DO4
CAZAL
Origin - Germany
Made in - Germany
Price range- 30k - 60k
About the brand/ USP - Heritage brand from Germany, hip hop look of the 80’s, designed by the legendary Cari Zalloni whose legacy lives on till date even after his death in 2012, a true blue cult brand with a dedicated following.
Available at - DO1, B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, SLT, DO3, MOH
SATO
Origin - France
Made in - Japan
Price range - 1L-1.2L
About the brand/USP - Fashion forward styling, immaculate attention to detail, pure titanium, all models limited to a maximum of 400 pcs, specific case styles for each model.
Available at - B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO1, DO2, SLT, CHD
TAVAT
Origin - Designed in California
Made in - Handmade in Italy
Price range- 40k - 55k
About the brand/ USP - Handmade. Each frame takes upto 5 months to produce and undergoes more than 100 steps ensuring artistic excellence and it is known for its unique shapes and colors.
Available at - B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO3, SLT
LEIMANN
Origin - France
Made in - France
Price range- 29k - 34k
About the brand/ USP - Each model has a touch of class and vintage feel to it. Evergreen color combinations of the metal frame and shaded lenses. Mostly metal products, unisex shapes.
Available at - B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, DO2, SLT, CHD
VAKAY
Origin - TUNISIA
Made in - TUNISIA
Price range- 45k - 72k
About the brand/ USP - VAKAY is essentially a luxury eyewear brand from Tunisia. It’s totally handmade and comprises of wooden temples with high quality flex hinges.
Available at - DO 3,SLT ,GLR1
AHLEM
Origin - L.A. - USA
Made in - France
Price range- 43k - 56k
About the brand/ USP - The ideology of AHLEM is to create everyday objects that last a lifetime. It’s a French brand which is totally handmade in Paris in very small batches. Each pair is meticulously crafted through 40 stages by the most skilled artisans and the materials used are top notch. They use plant based Italian acetate and five barrel hinges with thread lock , which signified the pinnacle of superior craftsmanship. All their metal frames use the most premium alloys and are 22K gold electroplated.
Available at - DO3, SLT, B&C VK
ESMONT
Origin - LONDON - UK
Made in - Japan
Price range- 105k - 125k
About the brand/ USP - Each Esmont product embodies a timeless and masculine design which is built to last, owing to the attention to detail that goes into its production. This eyewear line is inspired by the boundless spirit of aviation and space exploration and the 18 months of production time that goes into each article is a true testament to the exceptional quality. Totally handmade in Japan following a 300 step process adds that touch of perfection.
Available at - DO1 ,B&C VK
LG
Origin - USA
Made in - Japan
Price range- 51k - 120k
About the brand/ USP - Lunetterie Generale is a brand which features French design, Hollywood vibe and Japanese craftsmanship make it absolutely exceptional.
It’s totally handmade in Japan involving over 300 steps during its production, using only noble and precious materials.
Available at - DO3, B&C Chanakya, B&C VK, SLT