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WHO WE ARE
LIGHTBIRD was born in the Dolomites, in the heart of the province of Belluno, one of the symbolic territories of the global eyewear industry. Here, nature, light and manufacturing tradition meet, giving life to a unique context made of expertise, precision and eyewear culture.
In this environment, the brand’s vision takes shape: to create glasses that combine contemporary design, material quality and essential forms.
Each model is designed to be balanced, modern and timeless, with a clean aesthetic that leaves room for the personality of the wearer.
LIGHTBIRD is entirely Made in Italy. Every stage of production – from design to final processing – takes place within a highly specialized local supply chain. The frames are the result of collaboration with skilled craftspeople who have over thirty years of experience in the eyewear sector, professionals capable of transforming quality materials into objects refined in every detail.
The processes, finishes and research into materials tell the story of a tradition that continues to evolve, while keeping the value of craftsmanship intact. Each LIGHTBIRD pair of glasses is therefore the result of a process that combines technical expertise, aesthetic sensitivity and respect for the territory.
More than a simple accessory, a LIGHTBIRD pair of glasses is an object designed to last over time, capable of telling a story made of light, nature and Italian savoir-faire.
THE BRAND
LIGHTBIRD was founded in 2019, with the idea of bringing a contemporary vision of Italian design to the world of eyewear. From the beginning, the project developed with a clear objective: to create glasses that are not simply functional accessories, but true style elements.
Fashion is a constantly evolving language and glasses are one of the objects that most contribute to defining a person’s identity. For this reason, LIGHTBIRD interprets trends with an attentive but independent gaze, favouring balanced shapes, quality materials and an essential aesthetic that stands the test of time.
The design of the models comes from the encounter between stylistic research and design culture. The lines are clean and modern, but always designed to maintain a natural elegance. The goal is not to follow fashion in an ephemeral way, but to create objects capable of crossing seasons while maintaining character and personality.
At LIGHTBIRD, style is made of balance: between innovation and tradition, between contemporary design and artisanal savoir-faire. Each collection is born from this continuous research, where aesthetics, comfort and lightness become fundamental elements of the experience of those who wear the glasses.
Since 2019 LIGHTBIRD has continued to develop its identity with a clear vision: to combine Italian design, lightness and a culture of beauty, creating glasses designed for those who see style as a form of personal expression.
RESEARCH, EXPERIMENTATION AND AWARDS
Since its foundation, LIGHTBIRD has combined the pursuit of essentiality with a strong vocation for experimentation. Alongside models with clean and balanced design, the brand continuously explores new shapes, proportions and material combinations, also giving life to more expressive and distinctive frames.
This design freedom allows LIGHTBIRD to engage with the world of fashion and contemporary design, interpreting glasses not only as an accessory, but as a true element of identity and style. Each collection is born from a research process that combines aesthetics, innovation and manufacturing culture.
Dialogue with the international eyewear scene is a fundamental part of this journey. Every year LIGHTBIRD takes part in the main industry fairs, such as MIDO in Milan and SILMO in Paris, benchmark events for the entire optics and eyewear design industry.
During SILMO, in 2019, LIGHTBIRD received one of the most prestigious awards in the sector: the Silmo d’Or.
The Silmo d’Or rewards the most innovative projects every year and represents an important benchmark for eyewear design at an international level. Obtaining this recognition represented a confirmation of LIGHTBIRD’s vision: to create glasses that combine aesthetic research, lightness and design quality.
An achievement that marked a significant milestone in the brand’s growth and that continues to inspire the development of future collections.