First it was Disney and Pixar, then it was Heinz and Kraft. Now, it’s jewelry and eyewear, a merger of massive proportions and one sure to usher in sites unseen, and we’d say it definitely ranks higher than ketchup. A new realm of aesthetics steers Gentle Monster’s latest collection, one as fresh as it is flashy and as celestial as it is stunning. 

The Korean label, known for its daring twists on traditional eyewear, reimagines intricate jewelry details, implementing them as eyeglass embellishments and temple accents, ethereal in nature and flirty in frame. Bold statement pieces, inspired by pearl necklaces, are complemented by delicate gemstones and dainty frames. The line is a feminine temptation in the form of a stylish provocation, one dripping in delightful delusion. In other words, a dream with jewelry as the medium. 

The essence of Gentle Monster’s artistic interpretations stem from a forest of overflowing, slightly psychedelic, fruit. Their designs unfold like a dream, delicate, even deceptively so, and what can only be described as a bold sophistication transforms the everyday with a whimsical familiarity. 

In addition to their latest collection, the experimental eyewear brand will also unveil a series of pop-up spaces in seven major cities worldwide, including New York City. Less a showcase, the immersive spaces will function as a mesmerizingly surreal environment in which participants are encouraged to wander through a reconstructed giant jewelry box ー think oversized wands and scattered jumbo jewels, an Alice in glimmering Wonderland. 

The collection is available at gentlemonster.com and in Gentle Monster boutiques worldwide.