Latest News Eastern States to Distribute Été Lunettes in U.S. By Staff Friday, February 6, 2015 12:18 AM NEW YORK—Per an agreement with the Italy-based Key Optical Europe, Eastern States Eyewear (ESE) has announced that the exclusive American distribution for Été Lunettes. “Été Lunettes, as a luxury eyewear collection, is a natural fit to our company’s brand portfolio,” said Paul Shyer, president of ESE. “Our company mission is quality, design and service. During our meetings with the team at Key Optical Europe, it quickly became obvious that they place the same values on these goals as we do. Their work in developing Été and preparing for our introduction of the collection is a clear demonstration of this ideal.” The Été collection is defined by its acetate and plexiglass designs that embed real natural feathers which are treated and dyed. Each piece is handmade in Italy or France with only a limited number of each produced. ESE’s initial release will include 14 sunglasses and 17 optical models. “The Été team looks forward to this new opportunity,” added Sabrina Rege Turo of Key Optical Europe. “Both companies have a rich family history and several generations of expertise. Eastern States Eyewear is an ideal partner for growing our distribution in the United States and we look forward to providing our best assistance in serving its customers.” The collection will be introduced at Vision Expo East at Booth #4134 and will be sold to select optical retailers. Existing U.S. customers can now purchase the collection and be serviced directly through Eastern States Eyewear.