STYLE: Frame Collections Eponym Intros Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet Inaugural Eyewear Collection By Staff Monday, February 13, 2017 12:00 AM NEW YORK—Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet has launched a full-sized eyewear collection in partnership with Eponym, a New York-based eyewear company. The two teams collaborated on a playful assortment of eyewear which debuted at the Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet Spring 2017 presentation. The collection is comprised of 16 styles of sunglasses including a signature “Stacey” frame in the classic oversized round shape Bendet traditionally wears. Consisting of handmade Italian acetate sunglasses, the frames come in bold shapes including oversized cat eyes, squares and 80s inspired rounds. Swarovski crystals, stainless steel studs and pops of color bring original elements to fun silhouettes. “Eyewear is a critical component of my personal style,” Bendet said. “As such, entering the eyewear category has been on my priority list for a long time. Designing this first collection has been an incredibly fun experience. I am thrilled to bring a new category to our girl through this partnership with Eponym.” The first portion of the collection will launch this month in all U.S. Alice + Olivia stores, with selected wholesale partners and on aliceandolivia.com. The remainder of the collection will continue delivering to these destinations in various small segments through May 2017. International distribution will follow. “The Eponym team has long admired Stacey Bendet and the Alice + Olivia brand,” Andrew Lipovsky, co-founder and CEO of Eponym said. “We’re thrilled to partner with them and help develop iconic styles that, combined with our unique distribution model, will set a new standard in the eyewear market.” Dispenser Price Guide: $$$$ to $$$$$