Inside Marbella: Sourcing Autumn/Winter Luxury with Amy B
There is a distinct art to building an eyewear collection. It requires a keen eye for architectural detail, an intuition for emerging culture, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Recently, our head buyer, Amy B, traveled to Marbella for an exclusive luxury buying event. Her mission? To hand-select the most extraordinary eyewear edits for our Eyesite stores this Autumn/Winter season - sourcing directly from the world's most prestigious design houses.
We sat down with Amy to talk about bold new trends and the standout frames now waiting for you in-store at Eyesite.
Setting the Tone: Coastal Luxury at MÉ Marbella
Sourcing world-class eyewear requires an atmosphere to match. During her stay, Amy based herself at the iconic MÉ Hotel in Marbella.
"What made the stay so special was the effortless blend of true luxury mixed with cool, modern design throughout," Amy B shares. "Entering the venue for our buying appointments is always spectacular - it’s the moment I look forward to most every season."
Between private viewing sessions with international fashion houses, there was also time to savor Marbella’s vibrant culinary scene. "Kering took us to an amazing Japanese restaurant right on the seafront. The food and drinks just kept flowing, it was the perfect way to unwind after a full day of curation."
Amy B’s Buying Philosophy: Balancing Staples with Showstoppers
When curating frames for Eyesite, Amy approaches each fashion house with a strategic, trained eye.
"I like to whiz through all the collections first to get a feel for the overarching narrative," explains Amy. "Once I identify which brand is going to be the absolute strongest for the season, that’s when I select our quirkier, more out-there statement pieces. When a brand dominates a season, our clients love being a little more adventurous with bold silhouettes and unique shapes."
The Key AW Trends & Standout Frames Now In-Store
From catwalk debuts to quiet-luxury staples, here are Amy’s top picks from Marbella - all available to try on and purchase across our Eyesite practices now:
The Return of the Wrap-Around Shield
Shields and wrap-around silhouettes have officially taken over. "They made a subtle appearance last season, but now they are everywhere on the runways and socials," says Amy B. "People are really loving that sleek, futuristic wrap style, so I invested in some incredible statement shield pieces for our practices."
The Must-Have Staple
If you add only one piece to your optical wardrobe this season, make it Saint Laurent.
"Saint Laurent delivered the ultimate staple this season," Amy B notes. "It’s a slimmer, black, unbelievably stylish frame. I’ve already spotted it on Bella Hadid, and it’s leading their global campaigns. Because of its timeless, refined proportion, it’s a piece you’ll keep in your collection forever, even as trends evolve."
The Unexpected Icon
Cartier continues to set the standard for fine eyewear, but one particular detail stole the show in Marbella.
"Cartier was a total dream. They brought out a rose gold mirrored wrap-around frame that took everything to another level," shares Amy B. "They haven't used rose gold hardware in years, I can’t even remember the last time, and paired with the rose gold mirrored shield, I fell completely in love."
Elevate Your Wardrobe with Eyesite Privé
For those seeking the ultimate high-fashion statement, Amy brought back exclusive runway pieces from Bottega Veneta specifically tailored for our bespoke styling service, Privé.
"Bottega brought out incredible catwalk pieces that I couldn't resist," says Amy. "They are so unusual, perhaps not for everyone, but if you want your personal style to reach new heights, these are the key pieces you need in your collection."
Through Privé, Amy B offers a standalone, 1-on-1 private eyewear styling experience. Hosted in our private styling lounges, Privé combines face-shape mapping, personal colour analysis, and access to our most exclusive, vaulted luxury edits - ensuring your eyewear seamlessly complements your lifestyle and aesthetic.
Experience the new Season collection at Eyesite
Whether you are searching for a timeless Saint Laurent daily optical or a head-turning Bottega Veneta runway piece, the Autumn/Winter collection sourced directly from Marbella has officially arrived.
Ready to find your next signature frame?
Visit us in-store: Step into your nearest Eyesite location to explore the new arrivals.
Book a Privé session: Arrange a 1-on-1 private styling appointment with Amy B via Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eyesiteprive
