Anne et Valentin Fossette U78 Designer Glasses

Description

Anne et Valentin is a French independent eyewear brand renowned for distinctive shapes, expressive colour combinations and beautifully crafted designer glasses. Born in Toulouse, the brand began when a couple of opticians set out to create the graphic, original eyewear they could not find elsewhere. That independent spirit continues to shape the brand today.

Rather than simply following seasonal fashion trends, Anne et Valentin creates eyewear designed to express the individuality of the person wearing it. Its collections explore geometry, proportion, colour and form, resulting in prescription glasses and sunglasses that are instantly recognisable without being defined by passing trends.

Designed in Toulouse, Handmade in France

Anne et Valentin maintains a strong connection to its French origins. The brand works with traditional eyewear manufacturers in the French Jura mountains, where its acetate frames are carefully crafted using specialist techniques and meticulous finishing.

A small number of titanium models are manufactured in Japan, reflecting the brand’s commitment to sourcing specialist materials and craftsmanship from regions renowned for their expertise.

Distinctive French Designer Eyewear

Anne et Valentin is particularly known for bold acetate frames, sculptural shapes, graphic lines and unexpected colour combinations. Collections range from expressive statement designs to more understated interpretations of the brand’s distinctive aesthetic.

The result is eyewear with personality. Each frame is designed to work with the wearer’s features and become part of their individual style, rather than simply following a conventional idea of what glasses should look like.

Anne et Valentin at YourSpecs

At YourSpecs.co.uk, we offer Anne et Valentin designer glasses for customers looking for something different from conventional eyewear. Discover handcrafted French frames featuring distinctive shapes, premium materials and the creative design philosophy that has made Anne et Valentin a respected name in independent eyewear.

Discover Anne et Valentin glasses at YourSpecs.co.uk and explore expressive French designer eyewear created around individuality, creativity and considered design.

The Anne et Valentin Fossette U78 is a distinctive interpretation of cat-eye glasses, combining elegant proportions with unexpected geometric details and an expressive red and tortoise colour palette.

Its stainless steel and acetate construction reflects the inventive spirit of the Formacolor collection, while the softly sculpted silhouette gives the frame a refined and wearable character.

Discover Anne et Valentin Fossette U78 glasses at YourSpecs.co.uk and explore French designer eyewear created around individuality, craftsmanship and distinctive colour.

Frame Details

The Anne et Valentin Fossette U78 glasses offer a refined take on the classic cat-eye, combining a softly lifted silhouette with the distinctive material contrasts of the brand's Formacolor collection. The shape has an elegant almond-inspired appearance, with subtly raised outer corners that create definition without becoming overly sharp.

Fossette brings together a precise stainless steel structure and rich acetate detailing, creating an expressive frame that feels both lightweight and visually distinctive.

Soft Cat-Eye Design

Fossette's soft cat-eye shape gives the frame a naturally elegant character. Rather than relying on exaggerated corners, the silhouette uses subtle geometric shaping to gently lift the eyes and create an almond-like effect.

The 46mm lens size keeps the design relatively compact, while the 22mm bridge contributes to the frame's distinctive proportions. Together, these elements create a sophisticated interpretation of the cat-eye that works beautifully with the frame's bold colour contrast.

Formacolor Construction

As part of the Anne et Valentin Formacolor collection, Fossette explores the contrast between precise metalwork and expressive acetate.

A fine matte stainless steel structure creates the underlying geometric framework, while colourful acetate elements soften the lines and add depth. This combination gives the frame a visually substantial appearance while maintaining a refined overall construction.

The use of two contrasting materials is central to the Formacolor aesthetic, creating a distinctive dialogue between structure, colour and form.

Red and Tortoise U78 Colourway

The U78 colourway combines a vibrant red front with rich tortoise shell accents, creating a confident contrast between energetic colour and a more traditional eyewear tone.

The combination brings personality to the softly sculpted silhouette while retaining the sophisticated character associated with Anne et Valentin's French designer eyewear.

Anne et Valentin Fossette U78 Frame Details

• Brand: Anne et Valentin
• Model: Fossette
• Colour: U78 Red / Tortoise
• Collection: Formacolor
• Shape: Soft cat-eye
• Material: Stainless steel and acetate
• Eye size: 46mm
• Bridge: 22mm
• Temple length: 145mm
• Production: France
• Style: Feminine, geometric, colourful and sophisticated
• Suitable for: Prescription lenses

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

We offer free Royal Mail delivery on all purchases in order that we remain competitive and save you money.

Please note delivery estimates of products are given in each product page. However these are only estimates and deliveries may arrive earlier or later than this. We will inform you when a product has been dispatched.

Accessories

All frames will be delivered with an original case and cloth. Please note, that presented cases may differ from those delivered, depending on suppliers' stock availability.

Returns

If you're not 100% satisfied with your glasses ordered online, we offer an exchange and return policy from the day you receive your order. Restrictions for prescription lenses or returns for refunds and exchanges apply.

Prescription Eyewear (Custom-Made Products)
All prescription lenses and prescription eyewear are custom-made to the individual customer’s specifications.
Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, bespoke and personalised items are exempt from the standard 14-day cancellation period. For this reason, prescription eyewear cannot be cancelled, returned, or refunded once production has begun.
Customers are responsible for ensuring that all prescription details and measurements provided at the time of order are accurate.
If you believe there is an issue with your prescription lenses, please contact us within 48 hours of receiving your order so that we can assess the matter.

Non-Prescription Products
For non-prescription items, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your goods in accordance with UK consumer law.
Items must be returned unused, in their original condition and packaging. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty.

Faulty or Incorrect Items
If your item arrives faulty, damaged, or incorrect, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery. We may require photographic evidence before arranging a replacement or refund.
Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 remain unaffected.

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