By Bernama Lifestyle Reporter
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 (Bernama) -- At Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2026, the collaboration between international eyewear brand BOLON Eyewear and Malaysian fashion designer Kit Woo demonstrated how eyewear has evolved beyond a functional accessory to become a defining element of contemporary fashion identity.
Staged at the Esplanade, KLCC Park, the showcase brought together Kit Woo's Ready-to-Wear 2026/2027 collection and BOLON Eyewear's Fall/Winter 2026 collection, marking the global debut of the latter.
Blending Kit Woo's contemporary design language, unconventional silhouettes and structured detailing with a curated selection of BOLON optical frames and sunglasses, the presentation redefined eyewear as an integral element of personal style.
Kit Woo, known for challenging conventional fashion through deconstructed forms and a modern design approach, said working with BOLON allowed him to explore eyewear as an integral part of a collection rather than simply an accessory.
“BOLON and KIT WOO share the confidence to stand apart. The eyewear became part of each look’s identity, adding another dimension to the silhouettes, styling and overall character of the collection,” he said at the fashion show held recently.
Kit Woo said the partnership demonstrated how fashion and eyewear could work in harmony to create a stronger visual narrative, with each runway look carrying its own distinct identity.
Meanwhile, Associate Director APAC & MEA of EssilorLuxottica Thomas Blanloeil said choosing KLFW as the venue for BOLON’s latest collection reflected the growing dynamism and creativity of Malaysia’s fashion community.
“For us, eyewear is never just an accessory. It has the ability to transform a look, express personality and show the world exactly who you are,” he said.
He said working with Kit Woo reflected BOLON's vision of exploring the relationship between design, fashion and individual expression.
The showcase brought together members of the KLFW community, BOLON Malaysia’s retail partners and dealers, members of the media, celebrities and creative personalities, including actress Scha Alyahya.
Through its debut at KLFW 2026, BOLON not only introduced its latest collection but also highlighted the evolving role of eyewear as a creative element capable of shaping and elevating contemporary fashion.
The collaboration with Kit Woo demonstrated how two distinct creative disciplines - fashion and eyewear design - can come together to offer a fresh perspective on style and personal identity.
-- BERNAMA