The California eyewear manufacturer signs a new collection with sport for the Roger Federer (RF) brand.
The collaboration between the American eyewear manufacturer and the brand of the Swiss tennis player, who has now retired from the courts, continues. The Fall-Winter 2024 collection enriches the first line, published last March. Six new styles have been introduced, both sunglasses and optical frames, not forgetting goggle glasses. Roger Federer, who was raised in Oliver Peoples’ hometown of Los Angeles, is particularly pleased with the work done on the lenses: “I like the new color palette we created as well as the new lens options which improves the understanding of contrasts. » The season’s new concepts offer polarized, mirror or gradient lenses. Note that some of the glasses subtly connect to the world of tennis, such as the temple with a wire frame inspired by retro racket strings or the octagonal edges evoking racket handles.
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2024-11-18 08:46:00
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What inspired the specific elements of Roger Federer’s tennis background to be included in the eyewear designs?
Hello and welcome to our exclusive interview with Oliver Peoples, the renowned American eyewear manufacturer, and their new collection with Roger Federer (RF). Firstly, could you please provide some background information on this collaboration and how it all came about?
Oliver Peoples: Our collaboration with Roger Federer dates back to 2003 when he first wore our glasses on-court. We have a shared appreciation for design, artistry, and innovation, which made for a natural partnership. The Fall-Winter 2024 collection continues that commitment, showcasing six new styles across sunglasses and optical frames.
Roger Federer: Being from Los Angeles and growing up around the Oliver Peoples brand, it’s an honor to collaborate with them. I’m especially pleased with the work we’ve done on the lenses for this collection. The new color palette and lens options really enhance contrast and visibility, which is important to me.
Q: Could you tell us more about the design process for this collection? How did you decide on the color palette and lens options?
Oliver Peoples: The design process involved a lot of collaboration between our team and Roger’s. We took inspiration from the world of tennis, including retro racket strings and racket handles, to create unique details like the wire-frame temple and octagonal edges. The color palette was chosen to reflect the season and complement Roger’s personal style.
Roger Federer: The lenses in this collection are really special. Polarized, mirror, and gradient options were included, which provide great versatility for different lighting conditions. The contrast-enhancing lenses are something we feel will appeal to both athletes and everyday wearers.
Q: How did you integrate elements from tennis into the designs of the glasses?
Oliver Peoples: As mentioned earlier, the wire-frame temple and octagonal edges are both nods to tennis. We also incorporated fabric loops for easy storage and a leather case bearing Roger’s signature. These details are discreet but add a sporty touch to the timeless designs.
Roger Federer: It was important for me to include elements of my background in the design process. I love the attention to detail, like
