Photographed by Annie Gallagher/Black Box studio
PHILOSOPHY:
Delfina Delettrez’s sunglasses—and jewelry—can be summarized in a few words: “exoteric, bewitching, fascinating, romantic/gothic, mystical and precious,” says Alain Mikli.
MARKETING:
The sunglasses are available in a limited edition and come in a leather case with a cleaning cloth.
PRICE POINT:
$$$$$. For additional information, contact Alain Mikli International, (800) 829-8032; web site: www.mikli.com
INSIGHT
Delfina Delettrez is the daughter of Silvia Fendi of the Fendi fashion dynasty and Bernard Delettrez, the venerable French jeweler. Her jewelry collection, which combines super luxe materials with natural elements—gold, silver and diamonds paired with leather, bone and wood—debuted in 2007 during Paris fashion week at Colette, the preeminent Parisian fashion and style boutique. She also has her own jewelry shop in Rome.