Reykjavik Eyes · at Farmilo

Nordic Minimalism Meets Italian Craftsmanship

Clean lines. Lightweight titanium. Clever engineering.

Reykjavik Eyes brings Iceland’s sense of clean, uncluttered design into eyewear — creating frames that are distinctive without ever feeling fussy.

Founded by Icelandic designer Gunnar Gunnarsson, the collection takes inspiration from the raw landscapes, changing light and extraordinary colours of Iceland.

The result is eyewear that feels modern, understated and beautifully considered. At Farmilo Optometrist, we’re proud to stock a carefully selected collection of Reykjavik Eyes eyewear in Leicester.

From the collection

Reykjavik Eyes at Farmilo

Nordic minimalism, handmade in Italy.

Inspired by Iceland

There’s something very distinctive about Scandinavian design. Rather than adding more, the emphasis is often on taking unnecessary things away. Reykjavik Eyes follows that philosophy. The frames favour clean lines, elegant proportions and carefully considered details rather than oversized logos or unnecessary decoration.

Its Icelandic identity also influences the colours and finishes throughout the collection. Think glaciers. Volcanic landscapes. Dark rock. Changing skies. And the extraordinary colours of the Northern Lights.

Simple shapes. Beautiful materials. Thoughtful details.

Japanese Titanium. Handmade in Italy.

At the heart of Reykjavik Eyes is titanium. The collection uses premium Japanese titanium, chosen for its combination of strength, flexibility and remarkably low weight. The frames are then handmade in Italy, bringing together Icelandic design, Japanese materials and Italian eyewear craftsmanship.

It’s an unusual combination. But it works beautifully. Pick up a Reykjavik Eyes frame and one of the first things you’ll probably notice is how little it weighs. Put it on and that becomes even more apparent.

Why Titanium?

Titanium is particularly well suited to premium eyewear. It offers a combination of properties that is difficult to achieve with many conventional frame materials. Titanium can be:

This allows Reykjavik Eyes to create frames that feel delicate and refined without needing to feel heavy or bulky. For somebody who wears their glasses from morning until night, reducing unnecessary weight can make a real difference.

Great eyewear shouldn't just look good when you put it on. It should still feel good hours later.

The Screwless Hinge

Look closely at a Reykjavik Eyes frame and you’ll discover one of its cleverest features.

There isn't a conventional screw in the hinge.

Traditional spectacle hinges commonly rely on tiny screws at the pivot point. Reykjavik Eyes takes a different approach.

Its innovative screwless hinge uses a series of precisely engineered folds in the titanium around the pivot point to create the movement of the temple.

It’s a small detail that you might initially overlook. But it’s a perfect example of the thinking behind the collection. Remove unnecessary components. Simplify the construction. Use clever engineering instead.

Engineered Simplicity

Minimalism isn’t simply about making something look simple. Making something genuinely simple can actually require more engineering, not less. Reykjavik Eyes reduces unnecessary components within its frames while retaining the strength and functionality required from everyday eyewear. The hinge is one example.

The thin titanium construction is another. Look closely and you begin to realise that the simplicity isn’t accidental.

It's engineered simplicity.

Colour Inspired by Iceland

Minimalist eyewear doesn’t have to mean black, silver or grey. Colour is another important part of Reykjavik Eyes. Frames are finished in carefully considered tones inspired by Iceland’s extraordinary natural environment. Muted metallics. Deep earthy shades. Cool glacial colours.

And more expressive tones reminiscent of the Northern Lights. Selected finishes are hand-sprayed in small batches, helping create greater depth and individuality than a simple flat colour. The result is colour that’s interesting without overpowering the clean design of the frame.

Understated, Not Ordinary

Reykjavik Eyes is ideal for somebody who wants something different without necessarily wanting brightly coloured or oversized eyewear. From across the room, the frame can appear beautifully simple. Come closer and you start noticing the details. The titanium. The hinge. The finish. The colour.

The construction. The precision. It’s eyewear that rewards a closer look.

Lightweight Comfort

Weight becomes particularly important when you wear your glasses all day.

A frame that feels perfectly acceptable when you first put it on can become much more noticeable after eight, ten or twelve hours.

Pressure around the nose or behind the ears can become uncomfortable. The lightweight titanium construction of Reykjavik Eyes helps minimise unnecessary weight on the face. But comfort isn’t only about choosing a lightweight material. The glasses still need to fit properly. At Farmilo, we’ll consider:

A beautifully engineered frame still needs to be professionally fitted to your face.

Frame width
Bridge fit
Temple length
Position behind the ears
Nose-pad adjustment
Frame balance
Lens weight
Your prescription

Designed to Last

Reykjavik Eyes isn’t built around short-lived fashion trends. The shapes are deliberately clean and timeless. That means you can choose something distinctive without worrying that your glasses will suddenly look dated.

The titanium construction, screwless engineering and understated styling all contribute to eyewear designed with longevity in mind. That’s particularly important when you’re investing in premium eyewear. You should still enjoy wearing it long after the novelty of buying new glasses has disappeared.

Designed for Everyday Life

One of the strengths of Reykjavik Eyes is how easily the frames move between different parts of your life. They’re distinctive enough to feel special. But understated enough to wear almost anywhere. Work. Dinner. Weekends. Meetings. Travel. Everyday life.

You don’t necessarily need your glasses to shout for attention. Sometimes exceptional design is about getting the details right.

Beautiful Frames Deserve the Right Lenses

The lightness of a titanium frame can be undermined if it’s paired with unnecessarily heavy lenses. That’s why we’ll consider your frame and lenses together. Depending on your prescription and visual requirements, we can discuss options including:

For stronger prescriptions in particular, the size and shape of the frame can make a significant difference to the finished thickness and weight of your lenses.

Choosing the right combination can help preserve the lightweight character that makes Reykjavik Eyes so appealing.

Premium single vision lenses
Advanced varifocals
Occupational lenses
Thinner high-index materials
Premium anti-reflection coatings
Photochromic lenses
Prescription sun lenses

Reykjavik Eyes or LINDBERG?

We stock both Reykjavik Eyes and LINDBERG at Farmilo. And if you’re attracted to beautifully engineered, lightweight titanium eyewear, it’s worth trying both. There are similarities. Both celebrate minimalism. Both use titanium extensively. Both place considerable emphasis on reducing unnecessary components.

But they have very different identities. LINDBERG is rooted in Danish design and is particularly renowned for its modular construction, extensive personalisation and ultra-minimal engineering.

Reykjavik Eyes brings an Icelandic design identity together with Japanese titanium and Italian craftsmanship, including its distinctive folded screwless hinge and Iceland-inspired finishes.

Neither needs to be “better”. They’re simply two different interpretations of beautifully engineered titanium eyewear. The easiest way to decide?

Put them both on.

Who Is Reykjavik Eyes For?

Reykjavik Eyes is particularly worth trying if you:

You don’t need to understand titanium grades or hinge engineering to appreciate them. Sometimes you simply put a frame on and think:

“That feels incredibly comfortable.”

Want exceptionally lightweight glasses
Wear your glasses throughout the day
Prefer clean, understated design
Like titanium eyewear
Appreciate clever engineering
Want something different from conventional designer brands
Prefer subtle luxury to prominent logos
Like Scandinavian design
Want a frame that isn't driven by short-lived fashion trends
Value comfort as much as appearance

Find it at Farmilo

Independent Eyewear at Farmilo

Being an independent optician gives us the freedom to choose eyewear differently. We don’t want every frame on our displays to be something you’ve already seen in every other optician. We look for brands with a reason to exist. Interesting design. Interesting materials. Interesting craftsmanship.

And something genuinely different to offer the person wearing them. Reykjavik Eyes fits that philosophy beautifully.

Reykjavik Eyes at Farmilo

We have a carefully selected collection of Reykjavik Eyes frames in stock at Farmilo Optometrist. The best way to understand them isn’t by reading about titanium. It’s by wearing one. Come in and pick one up. Feel how light it is.

Look closely at the screwless hinge. Explore the different shapes and finishes. Then try it on. We’ll help you find the frame and lenses that work best for your face, prescription and lifestyle.

Reykjavik Eyes Glasses in Leicester

If you’re looking for Reykjavik Eyes glasses in Leicester, visit Farmilo Optometrist and explore our collection in person. We’ll help you choose your frame, professionally fit it and pair it with lenses selected for your individual visual requirements.

Because beautifully designed glasses don’t need to be complicated.