The Japanese word Hanami literally translates to "looking at flowers", yet it specifically refers to a contemplative tradition dedicated to the blooming of Sakura cherry blossoms. It marks the arrival of spring, a season symbolising change, renewal, and, naturally, flowers—an emblem of transformation and nature’s ephemeral beauty. Translating such perfect, harmonious shapes into eyewear design has long been a challenge in the industry. One of the earliest examples is the famous flower-shaped glasses by designer and perfumer Marcel Rochas from the 1940s, worn by his beautiful wife Hélène. His aim was to elevate eyewear to the status of a fashion accessory, long before it became a widespread concept.

While Monsieur Rochas took inspiration from a sunflower, a-morir, the legendary New York brand known for crafting dazzling stage outfits for the likes of Lady Gaga and Beyoncé, found its muse in California Dreamin’ by The Mamas and The Papas—now a staple of collective musical nostalgia. The floral embellishments on their designs evoke the delicate ceramic flowers of vintage ornaments, while the model names Phillips (featured in the opening photo, courtesy of a-morir studio, ph. Henry Mounser) and Cass pay homage to Michelle Phillips and Mama Cass Elliot, two iconic members of the band.

Eyepetizer’s Lulù model, part of the Mon Amour collection, was specifically designed to celebrate spring and the joy of colour—an unmistakable trait of the brand. Delicate and romantic, these ultra-lightweight steel frames are adorned with hand-crafted daisies, meticulously detailed petal by petal and pistil by pistil. The slight variations in colour highlight the artisanal craftsmanship, turning each pair into a unique piece. Equally distinctive are Loewe’s LW40173U sunglasses, featuring a fine metal frame with oval rims, adorned with multi-sized, colourful blossoms extending all the way to the temples. This accessory aligns perfectly with Loewe’s S/S 2025 runway theme, which revolved around nature, art, and flowers.  Floral elements also took centre stage at Issey Miyake’s show, where poetic compositions by artist and designer Maiko Takeda were placed on the models’ faces in place of conventional eyewear.

Fittingly named Fiore, Fabòor’s creation is crafted from Ergal aluminium, a lightweight yet durable alloy also used in the aerospace industry. Available in various colours, the Fiore model consists of two overlapping parts, joined seamlessly with invisible screws, eliminating the need for welding. A flower, therefore, can convey a multitude of messages and, above all, surprise—transforming into an accessory that is boldly eccentric, unconventional, and almost theatrical. Just like Bottega Veneta’s BV1399S model, made of acetate, with a corolla of petals and leaves encircling the round lens, complemented by stem-shaped temples.
So, say it with flowers—and finally, be the one everyone is looking at.