Sculpted colour from Treviso.
Res Rei
(This brand is not available from i2i Optometrists at this time.)
Res Rei is an independent Italian eyewear brand from Treviso, near Venice, co-founded by designer Oliviero Zanon. The name is Latin for 'the thing': an object with substance and form, but also a concept or idea. The brand is not owned or licensed by a larger group, and it designs and makes its frames in Italy.
Acetate is at the heart of Res Rei. Rather than choosing patterns from a supplier's catalogue, the brand develops its own colours, laminations and transparencies, then has the frames cut, hand-assembled and finished in Treviso. Its collections draw on Italian art, architecture, sculpture and cinema, which gives its frames distinctive colour combinations and a sculptural depth when light passes through them.
The pictured Coral, in green havana, shows the brand's layered colour work on a softly rounded shape. Res Rei suits anyone who wants an expressive acetate frame with Italian craftsmanship. If you like this look, our dispensing team can suggest colourful acetate frames from the brands we stock.
Popular Res Rei optical frames
Res Rei Muse
Res Rei Lily
Res Rei Ascot
Res Rei Agave
Photographs illustrate the brand and are not a live stock catalogue. Call our Howard Street or Finnieston branch to check current styles and availability before travelling.
Chosen for you. Fitted by us.
The right frame needs to suit your face, your prescription and the way you live. Our dispensing team will help you compare styles, check the fit and choose your lenses — whether you have your eye examination with us or bring a recent prescription.
Photographs illustrate the brand and are not a live stock catalogue. Call our Howard Street team to check current styles and availability before travelling.