Persol Cassina Eyewear

The valet tray - designed to hold the glasses and other small personal items - becomes a symbolic element of the collaboration. Its shape, inspired by a seal, evokes the meeting between the two brands, sealing their encounter and embodying their shared values.

A key aspect in the development of this refined design object was the careful research into materials. It is crafted using recycled components, including leather fragments from Cassina’s production processes and small pieces of Persol acetate, brought together in a next-generation cement base composed of 90% aggregated minerals recovered from large quarry production waste. The result is unique: each piece celebrates a deep appreciation for materials, technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail.

The inspiration behind the model draws from Cassina’s historical archive and from the study of designs created by some of the greatest authors, making it possible to reinterpret emblematic forms within the language of eyewear through a research-driven approach to the three-dimensional shaping of materials.

A convergence of visions and languages, where design becomes a shared ground for shaping a narrative of elegance and Italian craftsmanship destined to endure over time.