Eyecon, the luxury eyewear trade show and cultural platform, has announced its roster of 2026 brand partners and early indicators ahead of its second edition, scheduled for March 6-8 at The Glasshouse in New York City during New York Eyewear Design Week.

Positioned as a discovery-focused marketplace, Eyecon brings together luxury eyewear brands and premium retailers, with an emphasis on curated design, craftsmanship, and emerging talent. Organizers report continued momentum following the show’s inaugural year, with registration for 2026 tracking 30% ahead of the same period last year.

The brand partner lineup includes a mix of established and independent names: Ahlem, Lapima, Leisure Society, Dita, Dita Lancier, Max Pittion, Sauvage, Shady Characters, Selima Optique, Piero Massaro, Diffuser Tokyo, Oscar Magnuson, Silhouette, Kuro Athletics, For Art’s Sake, Yoshinuri Ayoma, Factory 900, Lazare Studio, Cherry Optical Lab, Coti Vision, OGI, Scojo, Valdo, and Gigi Studios.

Nearly one-third of participating brands are expected to make their US trade show debut at the event, including Off-White Eyewear and Palm Angels Eyewear, presented by Mondottica Group, as well as Paris-based independent brand Sato. Rounding out the list are Akila, VOA Collective, Esmont, Port Tanger, Sestini, Toulch Rimless, Ducloux Lunettes, Annu, Skans, Redolence, A-Morir, and Diamante.

In addition to the exhibition floor, Eyecon will again host Eyecon[versations] Live, a program of panel discussions, interviews, and continuing education sessions focused on luxury, design, retail strategy, and the future of eyewear. Details on the 2026 speaker lineup and schedule will be announced at a later date.