EYESPACE PARTNERS WITH EUROPE’S LARGEST EYEWEAR AGENCY FOR FRANCE AND ITALY
Multi award-winning B Corp eyewear supplier, Eyespace, has partnered with Nina Art Specs, the largest commercial eyewear agency in Europe, which will represent its collections exclusively across France and Italy. The collections will be presented to both markets for the first time at DaTE in Naples this week.
Nina Art Specs operates across both territories from a single group. Founder Nina Lengaigne leads France from its permanent showroom in Paris, and Ivano Amendola leads Italy through Nina Art Specs Italia. Both markets are supported by a continuous programme of regional touring, taking collections directly to independent practices.
Leading the portfolio into France and Italy is ARHLO, which stands as one of Eyespace’s most significant launches to date. The brand sits deliberately in the tension between two cross sections of Britain: classic versus rebellious, considered versus instinctive.
Properly irreverent is ARHLO’s brand signature, which runs through every touchpoint – a complete world rather than a collection alone, bringing British attitude, cultural influence and creativity together across product, campaign and brand environment. Signature ARHLO DNA shows in the detail, from a full spectrum of trend-led fashion tints to patterned core wires and tartan-inspired tip etching as a nod to British heritage.
Ryan James, International Sales Director at Eyespace, said: “Art Spec has established itself as one of the most respected and influential eyewear agencies in Europe, representing an exceptional portfolio of exclusive eyewear brands across France and Italy. The brands they choose to represent reflect the highest standards in independent optics, making them the partner of choice for many of the industry’s most prestigious names. For ARHLO London Eyehouse, joining such a distinguished portfolio is both a privilege and a significant endorsement of our brand, and we are incredibly proud to be partnering with Art Spec.”
“France and Italy, with Paris and Milan at their heart, remain the global epicentres of eyewear innovation, craftsmanship and design. These markets are home to some of the world’s most discerning independent optical retailers, where authenticity, creativity and brand heritage are highly valued. As ARHLO London Eyehouse continues its international growth journey, the opportunity to be represented by Art Spec in these influential markets is both a proud moment and a powerful validation of the brand’s vision. Together, we look forward to introducing ARHLO to a new generation of leading independent opticians and establishing the brand among the most respected names in contemporary luxury eyewear.”
Nina Lengaigne, Founder of Nina Art Specs, said: “ARHLO is just the kind of brand we love to find. It’s British through and through, it has real personality, and it tells a story our clients pick up on straight away. British brands travel well when they’re genuinely British rather than an idea of it, and this one is.
“Working with Eyespace has been a pleasure from the very first meeting. They care about the design, and they care about the people selling it, which is a lovely combination. We can’t wait to start showing ARHLO to our practices across France and Italy.”
Eyespace and Nina Art Specs will exhibit at DaTE 2026 from Saturday 12 to Monday 14 September at the Salone Margherita, Naples, Salone Margherita, Stand 54.
