Eyewear as an Expression of Self: The Second Collection from ENALLOID's "Men's Glasses" Series
Ena Gankyo ENALLOID
Brand Concept: “The Man with the Glasses”
Second Collection Inspired by Artists and Architects
In November 2015, “Ena Gankyo ENALLOID” launched its first collection, produced by creative director Kageyoshi Kajiwara (LOWERCASE). The brand focuses on iconic men who wear glasses and their beloved eyewear, under the banner of “The Man with the Glasses.” The highly anticipated second collection features essential eyewear, born from Kajiwara’s ideas and the technical prowess of Ena Gankyo Kogyo. These glasses embody both robustness and beauty, inspired by artists and architects.
Text by Satsuki Wakabayashi
Five Styles Inspired by Real Artists
The second collection explores eyewear themes favored by artists and architects. This includes a contemporary artist, one of the “Young British Artists”; a street art pioneer who began with graffiti in the New York subway; a leading figure in abstract expressionism; and an architect who challenged conventional practices and raised critical questions. Building on the established concept, and drawing inspiration from the color palettes of these works, a total of four series have been completed.
An Elegance Achieved Through Ena Gankyo Kogyo's Craftsmanship
Ena Gankyo Kogyo is one of the few eyewear factories that prioritizes quality over productivity. Their polishing process, in particular, takes three times longer than that of other companies. This dedication to craftsmanship is evident in “Ena Gankyo ENALLOID,” resulting in glasses of refined elegance. The artwork for this collection, as with the first, was handled by Noriharu Shimoda (SILENT POETS/sfd-studio2).
DH01
This model is inspired by a contemporary artist, one of the "Young British Artists" who emerged in the 1990s. It features a standard square frame. The five available colors are inspired by the artist's body of work.
Price: ¥26,000 (excluding tax)
KH01
This model draws inspiration from an artist known as a pioneer of street art, who began with graffiti in the New York subway in the 1980s. The structure incorporates the popular original hinge from the first collection. Available as both eyeglasses and sunglasses in five colors.
Price: Eyeglasses ¥26,000 (excluding tax), Sunglasses ¥27,000 (excluding tax)
MR series
Inspired by the works of a leading abstract expressionist painter. The antique finish on the metal parts lends a subdued impression. The temples are colored to match the acetate, creating a dimensional and high-quality feel. "MR01" is available as both eyeglasses and sunglasses, each in five colors.
Price: Eyeglasses ¥30,000 (excluding tax), Sunglasses ¥31,000 (excluding tax)
FOG series
This model is inspired by a representative contemporary architect known for challenging architectural conventions and raising critical questions. The combination of acetate and titanium exudes intelligence. Functional parts, including the bridge, are original designs. Available in three styles, each in five colors.
Price: ¥33,000 (excluding tax)
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