PARIS—Exhibitors and attendees from around the world flocked to the Paris Nord Villepinte center for Silmo’s 50th anniversary eyewear show and conference from Oct. 6 to 9. Founded in 1967 in Oyonnax with just a handful of pioneers, today the Silmo “Mondial de l’Optique” plays host to a thousand exhibitors from across the industry. The fair has succeeded in maintaining its appeal by continuing to be the go-to platform for discoveries and new developments, including the creation of the Silmo Store Experience, the addition of special exhibit areas and education for optical professionals.

Show organizers hosted a series of special celebrations to honor the milestone of the show including during the illustrious Silmo d’Or awards evening which took place on Oct. 7 at the Grand Palais. Go to the Shows category on VisionMonday.com for a list of the honorees.

Here’s a recap of some of the events during this year’s show.