JMM X ATELIER MIRA

The level of quality and craft, the attention to detail to each design, from the fabrication of the custom laminated temples to the casting of the hinges, are uncompromised attributes of Jacques Marie Mage unique line, handcrafted in Japan in very small batches.

With a common attraction to impeccable, alluring and collectible creation, Atelier Mira has naturally welcomed the brand since its opening in 2016, participating to the growing brand awareness and witnessing the thriving collecting scene around the brand uniqueness.

For its second custom collaboration with Jacques Marie Mage (the first one was released in 2019 with only 10 pieces of a magnificent customization of the classic Zephirin model), Atelier Mira is now proud to bring back the distinguished model Devaux, reimagined in the twilight hues of the classic navy colorway, Royal, embellished with exposed silver hardware.

Made with premium cellulose acetate derived from wood pulp and cotton linters, it took 18 months to bring this collaboration to fruition, and every detail is tweaked to perfection: from the sterling silver arrowhead hardware to the iconic temples wirecores cast in sterling silver, featuring fine engravings inspired by traditional designs of the American West.

Staying true to the uniqueness of the brand, only 50 pieces have been made for our store: 25 sunglasses and 25 optical eyewear.

To add on to Atelier Mira’s personal attraction to the field of visual experimentation, we asked a german artist with strong roots in DIY culture, Ramon Keining, to create a unique visual for the special cleaning cloth delivered with the JMM custom packaging.

We invite you to view this one-of-a- kind piece of eyewear that will be released in our store on December 8th.

You also have the opportunity to order the JMM X AM Devaux sunglasses on our online shop today.

Don’t wait to get yourself this distinctive medium size collectible, suitable for both men and women.

Introducing Folc & Port Tanger

Atelier Mira is excited to share two new and amazing brands with you, Folc and Port Tanger, adding on to our, and soon your, collection of innovative, and unique eyewear.

FOLC

We welcome Folc into our space for qualities we all cherish: creative, small production and sustainable.

Folc is designed in a small workshop in Barcelona’s PobleNou, a neighborhood full of great imaginative and innovative energy.

Marta Llinarès has been designing for global eyewear and accessories labels for over ten years before she launched her own collection in 2016. 

She dedicates her talent to individuals attracted to high quality products with a story behind them,  and those who support independent brands.

The brand name “Folc” refers to Folk or Persons, to encompass all those people who love design and quality above a brand’s name.

The brand has a distinct style and personality inspired by the most glamorous era of Hollywood with bright pops of color. The delicate stacking of layers or etching to decrease volume in certain parts, creates frames that have subtle internal lines and a real structural feel that is both visually appealing and comfortable to wear.

Folc calls it “sculpting” because the final result is a piece with volume, playing with shapes and light to create a very special effect and warm perception. An acetate sculpture.

Much of the workmanship is done by hand followed by a manufacturing process done in northern Italy, one of the few places in the world with a tradition of handmade frames, where they respect health and safety standards established by the European Union.

The acetate used is made of cotton and wood dust sourced from Italy, thus reducing the environmental impact. This material has amazing qualities for creating incredible colors and high quality finishing on the glasses.

The sun lenses made by Zeiss offer the best clarity and UV protection against sunlight and glare.

Finally, to add to the uniqueness of the brand and to avoid overstocking and waste of material, each collection is produced in very limited batches.

We invite you to come and explore the selection of sublime pieces we made available for you. And If you don’t find what you are looking for, we can source it directly for you.

In the meantime, stay well and don’t forget to accessor-eyes your style.

PORT TANGER

Thanks to your trust, your curiosity and your taste for unique eyewear, Mira is now officially engaged with this newborn luxury eyewear, Port Tanger, and after flirting with Generation I, Generation II will launch our most exclusive selection of eyewear.

Founded by Bilal Fellah and his creative partner, Daniël Sumarna in 2019, the handcrafted eyewear line, which seeks inspiration from the Moroccan city of Tangier, has been spotted on everyone from ASAP Rocky to model Imaan Hammam…and now you.

The brand embodies and celebrates the dna and vibrant lifestyle of the Moroccan city that serves as a gateway to Africa and a portal to Europe, embodying a duality that runs throughout the brand.

Historically, Tangier has been a city of extremes. It’s a city that stands out by celebrating its international culture, a tireless resilience, and Mediterranean vibrance. These values are reflected in the brand, as Port Tanger’s frames stand out through evocative designs, premium quality, and luxurious flair.

Ethically handcrafted using sustainable cellulose extracted from cotton, the brand offers a variety of understated, elegant silhouettes; each design poetically reflecting the brand’s North African heritage.

All the brand’s diverse silhouettes are commonly adorned with a signature six-point design: a symbolic gesture toward the past, through the pillars of nostalgia, tradition, and craftsmanship, and to the present, with the principles of hope, design, and culture. With one eye on the past and the other on the present, Port Tanger seems destined for a sunny future…with you in it.

Come discover Generation II models including Kuky, made in collaboration with stylist Vanessa Reid. Kuky is a classic unisex aviator-style frame made contemporary by a sharp silhouette and a playful color palette inspired by the warmth and vibrant Andalucia.

heART&EyesOpener X THEO / WUJIC JO

How do you put over 30 years of whimsical eyewear creations into a short blog post? 

Theo is THE-belgium-line that is defined by color, humor and creativity.   For those that seek something out of the ordinary and stand out of the pack when it comes to eyewear, Theo has it. Bold patterns, unexpected tailored shapes, and vibrant colors, theo is INSTANTLY recognizable.

Winners of a myriad of design and technical awards, when it comes to setting the standard of creative eyewear, theo stands alone and above the rest.  

Among multiple collaboration with architects, home and fashion designers over the past two decades, theo helps each year 1 or 2 students develop accessories for their graduating project. Impressed by the talent of Wujic Jo, which love for Mr. Bean was noticeable, theo put his student project frames into production for real and made it available to the optical market.  

His high fashion glasses managed to perfectly balance between a classic look and absurd British humour. The result is a highly stylised set of frames, with an excellent fit and a classy look - like a tailored suit - but then, with a serious twist. The frames themselves are made of acetate, with a keyhole shaped bridge and rivets. But there had to be a touch of Mr. Bean, too. He is inseparably associated with his Mini Cooper. So Wujic added a chrome clip dripping with humour! The tiny windshield wipers can not only wipe the dirt from the lenses, but even magic away the entire sun filter.

And…in a highly limited edition, mind you. 

Just 75 sets of 3 glasses were produced worldwide. Each pair of glasses comes in a snazzy box containing a glasses case and a separate bag for the clip. The box has the same typical beige interior as the Mini Cooper that so captured Wujic’s imagination. Seat belts included. Safety first! 

Today, these pieces are rarities and became highly collectible among eyeglasses and design lovers. Make sure you parked yours properly.

heART&Eyes Opener Auction

At #ateliermira we believe that #AllBlackLivesMatter and we are putting these words to action by raising funds for organizations dedicated to change our sectarian system through art and self-expression .

This auction consists of three incredible and unique baskets that all contain a highly collectible pair of eyewear from three of our curated brands, a leather goods item, a copy of Cult Eyewear hardcover, The Racial Contract; an essay by Charles W.Mills, our atelier mira premier cleaning kit and signature scent oil diffuser and more exclusive goodies. Each basket is unique from the others but each one contains great finds for collectors and fans of design alike.

Bring atelier mira home with you during the global pandemic and let us use our resources to stand in ally ship with black people. With this auction, we hope to raise awareness and address racism and inequality in our community, while embracing differences and creative energies.

100% of the proceeds will go to the Marsha P Johnson / Foundation https://marshap.org/  and to Black Art Futures /  https://www.blackartfutures.org/ 

We are committed to utilize the momentum of the #blm movement started in 2013 as an opportunity to support and empower more black voices into our community. We encourage you to do the same while supporting our action and keeping your heart and your eyes open to enlightening outlook.

You can explore the contents of our auctioned baskets on this page https://www.32auctions.com/ateliermira and get ready to participate to this one kind of a kind event l Launch Friday August 28th.

MIRA X Jacques Marie Mage

West Coast meets East Coast with an exclusive collaboration between Atelier Mira and Jacques Marie Mage

Kindly RSVP before March 20th

*Limited Edition of 10 Optical collaboration Zephirin and matching clip available in presale.*