Essilor®
*Based on an average recommendation with quantitative research conducted in 8 countries (Brazil, Canada, China, France, India, Italy, UK, and the US) among a representative
sample of 1560 Eye Care Professionals: 1047 opticians, 513 optometrists between January and June 2022. These 8 countries represent: 63% of total world in lens volume.
*Based on an average recommendation with quantitative research conducted in 8 countries (Brazil, Canada, China, France, India, Italy, UK, and the US) among a representative
sample of 1560 Eye Care Professionals: 1047 opticians, 513 optometrists between January and June 2022. These 8 countries represent: 63% of total world in lens volume. †Twice the
power refers to two (or more) times the depth of volume of non-focused light (by design) compared to that of Essilor® Stellest® lenses, and is not associated with twice the lens
or lenslet power. Additionally, this does not imply a corresponding doubling of efficacy in slowing myopia progression. ‡Based on 12-month results from a prospective, randomized,
double-masked contralateral crossover clinical trial conducted in Singapore on 50 children, in which one eye was equipped with an Essilor® Stellest® lens and the other with Essilor®
Stellest® 2.0 lens. §Based on 12-month results from a prospective, randomized, double-masked contralateral crossover clinical trial conducted in Singapore on 50 myopic children.
The estimated cumulative 1-year axial length change (eye growth) was 0.228 mm with Essilor® Stellest® lenses and 0.121 mm with Essilor® Stellest® 2.0 lenses, corresponding to a
46% relative reduction. 1. Raveendran RN, Ong WS, Lim SY, Lim EW, Chua HR, Drobe B. Effect of increased power and asphericity of lenslets on myopia control efficacy: 6-month
interim results of a contralateral crossover clinical trial. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2025;66:5192 2. EssilorLuxottica data on file (2025). Effect of increased power and asphericity of
lenslets on myopia control efficacy: 12-month results of a contralateral crossover clinical trial.
© Essilor International — February 2026. Essilor®, Evolving Vision™ and Stellest® are trademarks of Essilor International
Essilor® Stellest® 2.0 lenses provide twice the signal,
slowing eye growth in myopic children by 1.88 times
than with the previous generation§
Twice the power,
†
higher efficacy
‡1,2
Essilor®
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with online eyewear retailers
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Power Dressing
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WITH A STORY
Ió:ken creates
eyewear rooted
in heritage
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Women’s vision from
puberty through
menopause
BEFORE YOU BUY
What to know before
buying a practice
Victoria,
Refined
Victoria Beckham
debuts SS26 eyewear
MARCH 2026 • VOL. 44 • NO. 3
Celebrating the women redefining eye care and eyewear
with leadership, innovation, style and confidence.
POWER
and POISE
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very March, when we begin shaping our Women’s Issue,
I find myself thinking less about trends and more about
momentum. This year’s theme, Power and Poise, feels
especially resonant. Across Canadian eye care, I see
women moving with a quiet confidence that is neither performative
nor borrowed. It is earned, intentional, and reshaping our profession
in ways that feel exciting and deeply human.
In our feature Leading Ladies, we speak with four remarkable women
at the forefront of Canadian eye care. What struck me most was
not only their expertise, but their empathy. Whether navigating
neuro-visual recovery, restoring sight through corneal surgery, scaling
clinical impact across a national network, or preserving the craft of eye-
wear repair, each defines success by the lives she improves. Their stories
remind us that leadership in our industry is measured not by titles, but
by connection, advocacy and the courage to build something better.
That idea of intentional expression runs throughout this issue. In
The New Opti-Feminine, Wendy Buchanan explores how eyewear
has evolved from a professional uniform into a language of identity.
Frames no longer exist to help women blend in. They help us stand
comfortably in our own visual voice. Colour, material and shape have
become strategic tools, allowing women to project authority, warmth
and creativity in equal measure. It is a shift I recognize in my own life.
Confidence today feels less about armour and more about authenticity.
We also turn a clinical lens on women’s health in Sight & Cycles,
examining how hormonal changes shape vision from puberty through
menopause. It is a reminder that women’s eye care is not a niche
conversation. It is a lifelong dialogue that demands attention and
compassion from every eye care professional.
Even our style pages celebrate multiplicity. In Mixed Materials, we
look at frames where contrast creates depth and personality, a fitting
metaphor for the modern woman. Strength and softness, precision
and creativity, power and poise can coexist beautifully.
If there is a throughline to this issue, it is this: feminine power is
layered, expressive, and unapologetically individual. As our profes-
sion evolves, women are not just participating in that change. They
are leading it, shaping a future that is more inclusive, innovative and
attuned to the people we serve. That is something worth celebrating.
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*Based on an average recommendation with quantitative research conducted in 8 countries (Brazil, Canada, China, France, India, Italy, UK, and the US) among a representative
sample of 1560 Eye Care Professionals: 1047 opticians, 513 optometrists between January and June 2022. These 8 countries represent: 63% of total world in lens volume. †Twice the
power refers to two (or more) times the depth of volume of non-focused light (by design) compared to that of Essilor® Stellest® lenses, and is not associated with twice the lens
or lenslet power. Additionally, this does not imply a corresponding doubling of efficacy in slowing myopia progression. ‡Based on 12-month results from a prospective, randomized,
double-masked contralateral crossover clinical trial conducted in Singapore on 50 children, in which one eye was equipped with an Essilor® Stellest® lens and the other with Essilor®
Stellest® 2.0 lens. §Based on 12-month results from a prospective, randomized, double-masked contralateral crossover clinical trial conducted in Singapore on 50 myopic children.
The estimated cumulative 1-year axial length change (eye growth) was 0.228 mm with Essilor® Stellest® lenses and 0.121 mm with Essilor® Stellest® 2.0 lenses, corresponding to a
46% relative reduction. 1. Raveendran RN, Ong WS, Lim SY, Lim EW, Chua HR, Drobe B. Effect of increased power and asphericity of lenslets on myopia control efficacy: 6-month
interim results of a contralateral crossover clinical trial. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2025;66:5192 2. EssilorLuxottica data on file (2025). Effect of increased power and asphericity of
lenslets on myopia control efficacy: 12-month results of a contralateral crossover clinical trial.
© Essilor International — February 2026. Essilor®, Evolving Vision™ and Stellest® are trademarks of Essilor International
Essilor® Stellest® 2.0 lenses provide twice the signal,
slowing eye growth in myopic children by 1.88 times
than with the previous generation§
Twice the power,
†
higher efficacy
‡1,2
Essilor®
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*Euromonitor International, 2024 data; Retail value amongst spectacle lenses category, brands representing progressive lenses.
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VICTORIA BECKHAM
Victoria Beckham steps in
front of the camera for the
first time as the face of her
label’s Spring-Summer 2026
eyewear campaign, photo-
graphed by Mert & Marcus.
Set against a sunlit, sculp-
tural backdrop, the imagery
pairs light and shadow to
create a study in modern
glamour that feels both
polished and understated.
Beckham embodies the col-
lection’s refined silhouettes,
designed with an emphasis
on effortless proportion
and everyday wearability.
She describes the pieces
as aligned with the brand’s
DNA, positioning eyewear
as a seamless extension of
the wardrobe. The Spring-
Summer 2026 Victoria
Beckham eyewear collection
arrives at selected global
retailers in January 2026.
For more information,
contact your Safilo
sales representative
or visit: mysafilo.com/CA
SERAPHIN
The Spring 2026 collec-
tion from Seraphin chan-
nels stately sophistication
through architectural silhou-
ettes, polished acetates and
refined metalwork. Designed
by David Duralde, the unisex
lineup bridges vintage
elegance and modern sensi-
PALOCERAS
Paloceras brings its sculp-
tural design language to
prescription eyewear with
Nouvelle Fiction, a collec-
tion created for clarity and
everyday comfort. Founded
in Switzerland with creative
roots in Finland and Cana-
da, the independent brand
refines its signature Pebble
silhouettes into lightweight
optical frames. Crafted
from premium acetate
bility, pairing rich colour with
Japanese precision. With
virtual try-on technology and
membership in The Optical
Foundry, Seraphin reinforces
its commitment to craftsman-
ship and independent eye
care professionals.
For more information,
contact your The Optical
Foundry sales repre-
sentative or visit:
theopticalfoundry.com
with custom hardware and
high-performance lenses,
the collection balances
expressive form with
technical precision. Nouvelle
Fiction positions spectacles
as sculptural objects that
unite character, comfort and
modern design.
For more information,
contact your Paloceras
sales representative
or visit: paloceras.com
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F R E S H L O O K S
F R E S H L O O K S
LAFONT
Paris-based Maison Lafont
has introduced its Perfect
Capsule Collection, a tightly
edited range of optical
frames and sunglasses that
pairs French craftsmanship
with a rock-inspired edge.
Precision-carved from cel-
lulose acetate, the designs
feature subtle metallic studs
for contemporary impact.
The limited-edition Show-
FERRAGAMO
The Spring-Summer
2026 eyewear collection
from Ferragamo delivers
polish with personality.
Sculpted silhouettes,
bold proportions and
glossy acetates set the
tone, while the house’s
Gancini motif appears at
the hinges and temples
as a subtle signature.
The oval SF3057 pairs
feminine curves with
a gold Double Gancini
detail, while the navi-
gator-inspired SF3063
leans retro in rich
acetate. Classic shades
meet fresh transparent
hues for modern impact.
For more information,
contact your Marchon
sales representative or
visit: marchon.com
MIGA STUDIO
Miga Studio’s Spring-Sum-
mer 2026 collection
approaches eyewear with
a sculptural sensibility,
blending solids and voids to
express flexibility, resil-
ience and grace. Rooted in
engineering and timeless el-
egance, the designs balance
innovation with comfort,
creating bold silhouettes
that speak to a global audi-
ence. A highlight is the Kōji
model, inspired by Japanese
craftsmanship and modern
technology. Carved from a
single block of lightweight
aluminum, it features an
innovative flex hinge and
sculpted temples that deliv-
er exceptional adaptability.
Rim inserts add dimensional
depth, while refined finishes
lend a high-tech edge. The
result is eyewear that merges
tradition with forward-looking
design.
For more information,
contact your Miga Studio
sales representative or
visit: migaeyewear.com
time Perfect Strass stands
out with hand-set Swarovski
crystals and beveled de-
tailing, underscoring the
brand’s century-long com-
mitment to elegance, colour
and Parisian savoir-faire.
For more information,
contact your Lafont sales
representative or visit:
lafont.com
Penelope
Kōji
SF3057
SF3063
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F R E S H L O O K S
ADIDAS
The 2026 campaign
from adidas Originals
reframes eyewear as a
statement of identity and
self-expression. Rooted
in heritage yet driven by
contemporary culture,
the collection blends
sport and street with bold
silhouettes, including
a Y2K-inspired wrapa-
round style and versatile
LONGCHAMP
Longchamp introduces
the sunglasses featured in
its Spring-Summer 2026
campaign, capturing
the brand’s signature
Parisian elegance with
a contemporary edge.
Crafted from lightweight
acetate, polished metal
and sustainable G820
resin with at least
60 per cent bio-based
carbon content, the col-
lection highlights refined
PRODESIGN
ProDesign refines its vision
of modern eyewear with a
collection grounded in clean
lines, honest materials and
purposeful engineering.
Designed in Denmark, each
frame balances structure,
comfort and expression,
with subtle details that
reward a closer look. Central
to the launch is an evolution
of the brand’s PROFLEX
concept. PROFLEX A merg-
es bold acetate fronts with
flexible titanium temples
in a seamless, sculptural
transition. Signature lamellar
titanium zones introduce
gentle movement, while
matte finishes and tone-on-
tone colours create visual
unity. Four versatile shapes,
from soft pantos to clas-
sic rectangles, complete
a collection designed for
effortless, everyday wear.
For more information,
contact your Design
Eyewear Group sales
representative or visit:
designeyeweargroup.com
Proflex A
optical frames. Designed
to empower wearers with
confidence and clarity,
the campaign carries the
Trefoil forward with
dynamic visuals and a dis-
tinctly modern attitude.
For more information,
contact your Marcolin
sales representative or
visit: marcolin.com
shapes and vibrant tones.
The hero LO800S style
reimagines a youthful
teardrop silhouette with
bamboo inspired detailing
and a transparent colour
palette. The Spring-Summer
2026 Longchamp sunglass-
es are available at select
retailers and boutiques.
For more information,
contact your Marchon
sales representative or
visit: marchon.com
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F R E S H L O O K S
SILHOUETTE
Silhouette’s Pure Visionary
collection distills the brand’s
design language to its essen-
tials, pairing ultra-thin titanium
construction with sculptural
minimalism. Engineered from
profile wire, the featherlight
full frames deliver strength,
comfort and precision, with
a new signature nose bridge
that introduces subtle curva-
ture and architectural flow. The
lineup features a poised aviator
and a square geometric sil-
houette, each defined by clean
lines and disciplined restraint.
Silhouette’s refined Flex Lens
Lock and reimagined titanium
temples enhance durability while
preserving a fluid, minimalist
aesthetic. Designed to project
quiet confidence and modern
clarity, Pure Visionary is distrib-
uted in Canada by Canadian
Optical Supply.
For more information, contact
your Canadian Optical Supply
sales representative or visit:
canadianoptical.com
PAIR EYEWEAR
Pair Eyewear celebrates
March with a polished take
on festive style through
its St. Patrick’s Day
collection, aligning with
the theme of Power and
Poise. Co-founded by
Sophia Edelstein, the
brand reinterprets holiday
eyewear with rich green
tones, refined patterns and
elevated finishes. Featuring
Mossy Plaid, Kelly Green
Tortoise and a premium
Polarized Spruce Tortoise
sun style, the collection
presents eyewear as a
confident expression of
modern, personal style.
For more information,
contact your Pair Eyewear
sales representative or
visit: paireyewear.com
MYKITA
MYKITA turns up the
Seventies dial with
LITE ACETATE SUN,
a sculptural sunglass
capsule that blends retro
glamour with Berlin
precision. Expressive
acetate fronts in Warm
Amber and Black Havana
meet slim stainless steel
temples in the brand’s
signature hybrid con-
struction. The lineup
Pure Visionary
Noomi
Lavand
Kirby
includes the oversized
oval NOOMI, geometric
KABAL, crown pan-
to RENO and jet-set
navigator LAVAND.
Each style is handmade
at MYKITA HAUS and
fitted with 100 per cent
UV-protective lenses.
For more information,
contact your Mykita
sales representative or
visit: mykita.com
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S P O T L I G H T
ó:ken Designs did not begin as a
business plan. It began as a long-held
conversation, one shaped by years of
working, living and listening within
the Akwesasne community.
For Dr. Danielle Dubuc and Gail McDonald,
that conversation stretches back more than
three decades. While working together in
Akwesasne’s health system, they repeatedly
encountered a gap. “We should make our
own,” they would say, reflecting on the absence
of Indigenous-designed eyewear that truly
represented the people they served. Years later,
that same idea resurfaced, this time with greater
urgency and determination.
The missing piece was artistic voice. That
arrived in the form of Mohawk artist Bruce
Boots, whose ability to translate culture, his-
IÓ:KEN:
Three Voices,
One Clear Vision
Indigenous storytelling brought to life through
thoughtful design and collaboration.
BY SUZANNE LACORTE
tory and symbolism into visual storytelling
gave Ió:ken its identity. “Ió:ken Designs is
an Indigenous partnership whose designs are
authentic and tell an epic story,” the founders
explain, emphasizing that each frame is
grounded in lived experience, not abstraction.
Pronounced Yo:gah and meaning “It’s clear”
in the Kanien’keha language, Ió:ken reflects
clarity of purpose as much as design.
Eyewear was chosen deliberately. Frames
are worn daily, seen immediately and felt
personally. For the founders, that visibility
made eyewear a powerful medium for
cultural expression. “There was no emotional
connection to the designs that were
available,” they note. Ió:ken frames were
created to change that, pairing meaningful
symbols with comfort, fit, colour and quality.
Each design incorporates culturally signif-
icant imagery such as the Hiawatha Belt,
Eagle Feather and Seven Generations,
elements shared across Indigenous Nations
and interpreted with respect. The intention
is not only to be seen, but to be understood.
“The wearer can tell the story of what the
design means and can be a part of history;
new and old,” the team says.
Turning that vision into a national collection
required the right partner. Centennial Optical
was selected for its alignment in values,
manufacturing expertise and understanding of
community-based storytelling. “The collection
is not just another frame label; it’s an art form
that tells a powerful story,” said Allen Night-
ingale, President of Centennial Optical. “The
frames are beautifully crafted and will stand
out to anyone looking for authentic designs.”
Giving back remains central to Ió:ken’s
mission. The brand has committed to
allocating a portion of future profits to
support a children and youth food program
in Akwesasne, with further planned contri-
butions tied to specific frame sales.
Launched across Canada in February 2026,
Ió:ken Designs stands as a reminder that
eyewear can do more than complete a look.
It can carry voice, honour culture and make
meaning visible. OP
The wearer can tell the story of what the design means
and can be a part of history; new and old.
Gail
McDonald
Bruce
Boots
Dr.
Danielle
Dubuc
To learn more about Ió:ken Designs
Inc., please visit their website at:
iokendesigns.com or talk to your
Centennial Optical representative.
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S T Y L E E Y E S
3.
MIXED
materials
When materials mix, magic happens Acetate, metal and tonal layers come together
in frames that play with contrast, reveal depth and reward a closer look.
BY SUZANNE LACORTE
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S T Y L E E Y E S
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Style
Frames with blended
materials love a little
intrigue because they
reflect personality,
not just style. When
I’m working with clients,
I talk about how these
frames feel. Confident but
relaxed. Thoughtful, not
loud. The mix of acetate,
metal and tonal layers
gives clients permission
to express more than one
side of themselves. It’s a
great way to recommend
something distinctive that
still feels wearable and
authentically them.
— WENDY BUCHANAN,
Eyewear Image Expert
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