As someone who has spent their nights squinting at books in bad light, my 20/20 vision has long been kicked to the curb. For my fellow four-eyed peeps in constant search of cool-looking frames, Gentle Monster’s latest project might change things up—maybe for the weirder.
The South Korea-based label has recently unveiled its virtual eyewear collection titled “Redefinition of Eyewear,” a project that hopes to reinvent conventional eyewear by exploring its endless possibilities. We’re not talking about your run-of-the-mill, square-shaped frames here. Gentle Monster’s collection uses specific materials such as glass, obsidian, gold and flowers, while taking inspiration from robots, animals and yes, human skin.
Gentle Monster has worked with several artists such as Daisy Collingridge, Damien Blottiere, Esmay Wagemans, Ikeuchi Hiroto, James Merry, Liz Sexton, Lyle Xox and Shalva Nikvashvili. Collingridge, who created the human skin mask called “CLEM,” says that her work explores the human form and flesh with dynamism and movement. “For me, they are joyful creatures that I hope conjure both respect and wonderment for all living organisms.”
Tokyo-based artist Ikeuchi Hiroto, known for cyberpunk-themed creations, designed the project’s futuristic “VR Goggles.” “For this project, I wanted room to allow for diversification—to expand the options of possibilities for eyewear.”
And here’s a plus: Those interested can try it out right now via Gentle Monster’s IG story filters. Is this the future Busted and Jonas Brothers raved about? Probably.
For more info, check out Gentle Monster’s website.
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