ItalianoVision-Megane Exclusive Sale of Collab Sunglasses by GACKT-san & VARTIX! 「GACKT × VARTIX SUNGLASSES」 Sales Start on 18 March 2016 (Thu) for Internet・Over-the-Counter
At the 108 stores nationwide (as at March 2016) owned by Vision-Megane Co., Ltd. (headquarters: Moriguchi Osaka, president & CEO: Ando Koichi),「GACKT × VARTIX SUNGLASSES」, the collaboration sunglasses between first-class entertainer GACKT-san, who boasts huge popularity as a Visual-Kei rock musician and a wide range of activities as an actor and talent as well, and VARTIX (headquarters: Shimogyo Kyoto, president & CEO: Nakano Takeshi), which centres around the theme of『Bringing Japan-produced creations to the world』with watches made and assembled entirely in Japan and dabbling in product-design for sunglasses and leather bags, will be sold over-the-counter and online from 18 March 2016 (Fri) onwards.This product will be available in limited quantities, and be solely distributed by Vision-Megane, with the 8 models of metal material types being released on 18 March (Fri), and the 2 models of plastic material types being newly released on 12 April (Tue), bring it to a total of 10 models being released.
「GACKT × VARTIX SUNGLASSES」is a product that incorporates GACKT’s strong desire to place emphasis on facial fit and luxury. It has taken about a year for the product to achieve commercialisation. GACKT-san, who pays attention to the smallest details in his own concerts and stage play performances, has his entertainment characteristics and sharp sensibilities reflected in these special sunglasses.
From here on, Vision-Megane heads towards the realisation of the goal of「Every customer attaining their optimal “sight”」, enhancing their products, improving service levels, and striving to achieve new value in the spectacle industry.
【「GACKT × VARTIX EYEWEAR」information】
■Product name ：「GACKT × VARTIX EYEWEAR」
■Start of sales ：≪Metal material, 8 models≫ 18 March 2016 (Fri)
≪Plastic material, 2 models≫ 12 April 2016 (Tue)
■Retail price ：38,000 yen (with tax)
※ Full complete series price (10 pieces) 380,000 yen (with tax) → 350,000 yen (with tax)
■Materials ：≪Metal materials≫ Front：Nickel alloy, Sides：Acetate, Lens：CR39 (with UV)
≪Plastic materials≫ Frame：TR90, Lens：Polycarbonate (with UV)
■Accessories ：Case ・Cleaning cloth ・Replacement of lens only for metal type
※Degree of lense only applicable for metal type (additional charge)
■URL ：http://vartix-gackt.vision-megane.co.jp/
■Types ：
・VS-01 Metal Sunglass ※with crystals
≪Cool blue lenses with white sides. And the splendor of crystals≫
・VS-02 Metal Sunglass ※with crystals
≪More than anything, the impressively brilliant crystals make this model the embodiment of luxury≫
・VS-03 Metal Sunglass ※with crystals
≪A chic colour is achieved with the use of celluloid for the sides≫
・VS-04 Metal Sunglass ※with crystals
≪The gorgeous rose gold is said to be luxurious, and compatible with the Japanese complexion≫
・VS-N-01 Metal Sunglass
≪Stark white sides. Simple is luxury≫
・VS-N-02 Metal Sunglass
≪The embodiment of luxury by combining an ornate rose gold with a brilliant white colour.≫
・VS-N-03 Metal Sunglass
≪This model leaves a clear and sharp impression, while producing an air of intellect≫
・VS-N-04 Metal Sunglass
≪With the strong presence of the VX logo by GACKT-san’s request, this model leaves a clear and sharp impression.≫
・VX-i-01 fullcolor Injection Sunglass
≪With its gentle curve, it is no exaggeration to call it the embodiment of GACKT-san’s aesthetic≫
・VX-i-01 gradation Injection Sunglass
≪This gradation model is made with the intention for indoor-use≫
【Vision-Megane Co., Ltd. Company Profile】
Company formation ：10 August 2009
Capital ：10 million yen
President & CEO ：Ando Koichi
No. of employees ：460 staff (as at end of February 2016)
Business activities ：Retail specialty store dealing in spectacles ・contact lens ・hearing aids and related products
No. of shops ：108 stores (as on March 2016)
Source: PRTIMES.JP
Translation: GACKT Italia
Translation © GACKT Italia