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We chose to do something a little different and set a challenge for our L’Orbitalli frames. While they look hot on the runways of Paris and Milan, would they handle the freezing cold of NYC?
Could we freeze them? Would they survive? See our time lapse video, for proof! It was fun. Our material was up to the job, and they can take plus 300 Fahrenheit too. If you have other challenges for our frames, please let us know… we would be happy to test them further.. please drop us a line at designer@nouvellechicane.com
Nouvelle Chicane had a problem; the MET Museum had the inspiration for our solution. A beautiful eyeglass case was the result.
Nouvell Chicane artistic frames are large and bold and do not fit standard carrying cases. Special ordered cases from the far east were an option, but we decided to go a different route.
It all started with a day trip to The MET museum on 5th Avenue and 81st Street. The MET is home to countless artifacts from 1000s of years ago.
It quickly became clear that boxes, trunks and containers hold a special place in the history of the world and particularly meaningful to the owners. Even today, iconic brands such as Louis Vuitton pride themselves on their history of boxe and trunk construction. Carefully crafted small containers held everything from snuff to cigarettes, to jewelry, to makeup, to paints and brushes, and even funeral ashes. Opulent carefully constructed boxes and cases were and are held in high regard. One of the purest examples is the Faberge Egg which contains a prized hen in its yolk and ultimately the Russian crown. Nouvelle Chicane Eyewear will be protected by the case shell in the same way as the enamel shell of the Faberge Egg.
It was clear that the Nouvelle Chicane box must be constructed from a precious metal such as copper or stainless steel. The case takes form of a 9 inch x 4 inch box with a snug fitting lid. They are hand cut with shears from 14 gage stainless steel or copper. The template is form bent on a sheet metal brake in our studio. The corners tabs are then drilled and pop riveted using an aircraft rivet forming tool to secure and strengthen the joints.
The cases are then carefully lined with colorful felt from the NYC garment district. The external metal surfaces are polished with fine abrasives and home crafted pastes to achieve a jewelry like finish. For a final touch, we etch the logo into the lid of our case as you can see here in our etching video.
These cases are available to our exclusive clientele at Charlotte Jones Opticians
MET Museum Inspirational and Beautiful Boxes
NYC: 11/11/23: 38th Street and 509 9th Ave Midtown Manhattan.
This morning Charlotte Jones (an exclusive distributor of Nouvelle Chicane), is quoted in the Wall Street Journal’s Style section. The WSJ article discusses her and other NYC expert-insights into the best looks and how to pick your best frames. The best frame selections are always available at her boutique in the Garment district Charlotte Jones Opticians. Here you will find New York’s own Nouvelle Chicane , the most precious fashion artifacts in the city, also made in midtown.
In her beautiful store she has curated some the finest pieces she has collected throughout her career. These pieces have made their way into the wardrobes of select clients; including celebrity stylists, musicians and artists. Make an appointment with Charlotte and she will help you raise your “eyewear awareness” and fit you with a life changing look.
Nouvelle Chicane presented our latest Fashion Centric Eyewear in collaboration with the stunning collection presented by MLC Swimwear
Nouvelle Chicane featured our boldest white frames on the MLC runway at the NYSWIMWEEK event at the Moxy Lower East Side NYC on Thursday October 26th, 2023.
Daniel stole the runway with the iconic look seen here. The White L’Orbitalli Visiera frame reflected the theme of the show. Carefully selected eyewear (mask) will change how you are perceived. These frames are on display now at Charlotte Jones Opticians, 9th Ave midtown NYC
Stunning Swimsuits & Iconic Eyewear.
NYFW Sept 7: Nouvelle Chicane Eyewear and Evita Scoccia’s Evita Store swimsuit collection combined for an evening of fashion & fine cocktails in downtown Manhattan at DOM. This, the inaugural event at a private downtown club, was an evening to remember. It was also the follow up to NYSW’s summer success. NOUVELLE CHICANE eyewear was called upon to compliment the stunning swimsuits developed by Evita Scoccia from her New York fashion house in midtown New York City. NOUVELLE CHICANE is co-located in Midtown Manhattan as well. The collaboration was natural. The result was stunning. Statuesque models stood on the edges of the stage posing and throw back 60s style while the DJ spun records and models dance like there was no end to the night. Visit Charlotte Jones Opticians to try on the eyewear shown here on 9th Avenue and 36th Street near Times Square and Evita Store for the beautiful swimwear.