1196-1 col. 900

EYEVAN 7285’s “1196-1” combines the airy, effortless aesthetic unique to rimless eyewear with a distinctive barrel shape.

Following the design of the brand’s iconic “140” rimless model, this piece draws inspiration from the “1096,” which was influenced by high-end dress watches. The design of the bridge, end pieces, and temples incorporates details inspired by watch components such as cases, buckles, and dials.

The lens features a barrel shape, characterized by a unique contour that is softly rounded at the top and bottom, with subtle angles on the sides. It is an exquisitely balanced shape that leans neither too far toward round nor polygonal; a beauty that is further accentuated by the rimless construction.

While the frame appears slim and delicate, every part is crafted with extreme precision. To replicate the sharp, sophisticated lines of the dress watches that inspired the design, the polishing time—including both barrel polishing and hand-polishing—is meticulously adjusted for each plating type to ensure perfect contours. The front is made of titanium, while the temples are crafted from supple beta-titanium.

Color 900 features the brand’s signature “EYEVAN GOLD.” This refined, low-yellow gold adds a touch of elegance to the slender metal components. It is paired with understated gray lenses, resulting in a composed colorway that anchors the luster of the gold.

The sunglass lenses are made from high-refractive MR (1.60) material, which is both lightweight and highly durable. The lens colors were also custom-developed specifically for this model, reflecting the meticulous attention to detail typical of EYEVAN 7285, not just in the design, but in the lenses themselves.

The “1196-1” distills the intricate artistry of fine watchmaking into eyewear, condensing a commitment to detail within an ultra-minimalist, rimless structure. It offers both a sense of lightweight ease when worn and a level of craftsmanship that reveals its complexity the closer you look.