Eyewear is one of the most powerful forms of self-expression, and this season’s standout tones invite consumers to explore their creativity.
“Imbued with a feeling of effortless glamour, colors for NYFW autumn/winter 2025/2026 are approachable and accessible,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute.
Here, EB presents the palette alongside the latest optical and sun launches plus various runway shows from around the world.
BRONZE BROWN
The Gucci GG1698S from Kering offers a take on this season’s earthy yet elegant golden brown.
HOT CHOCOLATE
Part of the new Kendra Scott eyewear collection from Marchon Eyewear, the KE2612 style is as decadent as this season’s Hot Chocolate hue.
BRANDIED MELON
This warm orange hue was spotted on the Etro runway, represented in both apparel and accessories, including the Etrodrop sunglass style from Safilo.
Photo: Courtesy of Etro
CHILI OIL
Pops of fall’s moody red are spicing up both optical and sunglass styles, including the Fysh F-3770 from WestGroupe.
LEMON GRASS
Kador Eyewear model Big 1 Light is a modern and sophisticated take on the classic navigator shape with lenses reminiscent of this season’s yellowish green.
PRIMROSE PINK
Colors in Optics style CJ123 is a youthful style for smaller face shapes with nods to Pantone’s playful pink.
WINTERBERRY
The Illa Sveva style from ClearVision Optical in fuchsia laminate is a showstopping take on the Winterberry hue, which Pantone shares “ignites the senses.”
POPPY RED
Even subtle incorporations of this red make a statement, as spotted on the Tory Burch runway (frames from EssilorLuxottica).
Photo: Courtesy of Tory Burch
LYONS BLUE
This season’s luxurious blue hue made waves on both the Giorgio Armani (left) and Tory Burch runways, both paired with on-trend oval sunglasses from EssilorLuxottica.
Photo: Courtesy of Giorgio Armani and Tory Burch
DAMSON
This glamorous purple shade stole the show on the Carolina Herrera runway, paired with sunglass style HER 0328/S from Safilo.