A second eyewear range from chef Heston Blumenthal has been unveiled by Vision Express. The bespoke range features 68 pieces across three collections, introducing Sun alongside ophthalmic Core and Signature designs. British eyewear design house Inspecs collaborated with Heston to produce a collection which reflects Heston’s inventive and creative nature, delivering frames handcrafted in both acetate and metal. The newest addition to the Heston Blumenthal range is a 16-piece Sun collection for men and women. It interprets culinary themes, featuring the distinctive Heston three dot rivet design and intricate detailing, in black, brown, brushed metal and stainless steel frames. The Signature Collection of 16 exclusive pieces fuses artisanal techniques using the finest hand-sourced raw materials. With frames created by using liquid nitrogen to freeze and shatter flowers and plants, each piece features colours inspired by the purest pigments of nature. The Signature Collection is available in a range of colourways including amber orchid, pink tulip and violet gerbera. The 36-piece Core Collection is influenced by a New York artist combining flowers with liquid nitrogen. The frames feature a balance of technical precision reflected through handcrafted acetate pieces and a curved, brushed aluminium hinged frame. Heston Blumenthal Core and Sun collections for Vision Express are available from UK and Ireland stores and online from April with prices starting at £179 including lenses (Core range) and sunglasses from £50. Heston’s Signature collection will be available from April 30 with prices from £209 including lenses.

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