Launch date: August 2026

A coil derives its structure from the continuous progression of a single wire. While its form is based on the rational repetition of a simple line, its rhythmic spiral evokes a subtle sense of movement through elasticity and resilience.

The new COIL model translates this sculptural quality into the design of sunglasses. The bridge and end pieces feature delicate coil-shaped details formed from approximately 1 mm diameter β-titanium wire.

The front adopts an under-rim construction, with the upper edge supported by a nylon cord and a fine metal rim along the lower edge. By using an ultra-thin 0.5 mm rim wire, the structure supporting the lenses is understated to create a light and refined appearance around the face. The temples are made from high-strength, slender β-titanium, while the temple tips use a slim 2.0 mm profile, further enhancing the lightweight design.

The collection offers three lens shapes—round, triangular, and square—each designed to echo the coil's simple, geometric structure.

Combining the delicate features created by the continuity of wire, an exceptionally lightweight fit, and the flexible strength unique to β-titanium, COIL embodies ISSEY MIYAKE EYES’s pursuit of both technical innovation and refined design.

About the Exhibition Held at ISSEY MIYAKE EYES / ISSEY MIYAKE SHINJUKU
The SHIKAKU at ISSEY MIYAKE SHINJUKU presents an exhibition, “COIL” by ISSEY MIYAKE EYES, from Saturday, 1 August through Monday, 31 August.

Round
Colours: Gold
Lens: Brown

Colour: Grey
Lens: Grey

Oval
Colours: Brushed Gold
Lens: Green Half

Colour: Brushed Grey
Lens: Dark Grey

Square
Colours: Brushed Gold
Lens: Light Grey

Colour: Brushed Gun Metal
Lens: Dark Green

Triangle
Colours: Silver
Lens: Light Purple

Colour: Gun Metal
Lens: Dark Grey

KANEKO OPTICAL
The company’s headquarters is located in Sabae City in Fukui Prefecture, Japan, a region distinguished for its sophisticated eyewear production techniques at the highest level in the world. With its own factory BACKSTAGE and its chain of directly managed stores KANEKO GANKYO, the company gets involved in everything from the planning and designing to the production and sales of eyewear, while assuring quality of products. Its “CRAFTSMAN SERIES”, a collection of glasses each of which bears the name of an author-craftsperson, is receiving high acclaim as a work to pass down traditional eyewear techniques to the present day.

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