The new ELEKTRA and PHINEAS models from MYKITA mark the brand’s exploration of “colors, materials, lasers and new print technologies” with designer Kostas Murkudis. The Berlin-based designer turns out crisp futuristic clothes with a uniformed vibe so it makes good sense that these shades would look right at home in New New York 2048.

“The juxtaposed geometric structures were the source of inspiration for the design [and] the surfaces of the glasses were covered with a mesh-like structure that was etched into the stainless steel frames,” we are told. The process yields an eye-catching lightweight metal frame holding tear-shaped lenses that are gripped below by a fine wire. Sublimely subtle.

Another look after the jump…

Funny that MYKITA has a new Spring/Summer 2012 model called DEVENDRA that they are billing as androgynous, as truly androgynous rock star Devendra Banhardt was campaigning for Oliver People’s just last year. Could just be a coincidence, as the glasses are working to symbolize the current trend toward big frames, and Devendra means chief amongst lords—wait, that doesn’t work. “This stainless steel model is the result of design rules being turned on their head; instead of the usual bold contours emphasizing the top line here, in this case the latter is extremely fine.” Also pictured, the PHOEBE frames represent “MYKITA’s interpretation for this decade.” Not sure what that means, but it at least suggests the frames have nothing to do with the eponymous Friend who sang “Smelly Cat.”

Another look at the recent MYKITA sunglass collaboration with Italy’s Moncler line, we first profiled earlier this week.. The new sunglass series is made from a polyamide-based material called MYLON developed MYKITA. MYLON is incredibly durable while remaining lightweight. Mineral glass lenses bring extra clarity for active sports wearers

They may not be as unisex as one would expect but it is nice to see that the Moncler line is taking their sunglass line with MYKITA in a direction that brings the high quality frames to the forefront of the line. This run of sunglasses is available now at select Moncler and MYKITA shops. Runs a pretty penny though: $730 a pair. Woah.

More looks after the click.

Mykita presents a short series of aviators as part of their Série Noire collection for Summer 2010. The unisex frames: Rolf, Cooper,Craig And Troy offers styles for all. “The shiny silver hinge presents a nice contrast to the hand-lacquered matt black frame, and plays off the matching lenses. The frames come equipped with shiny silvery/black flash mirrored sun lenses, produced by Christian Dalloz Sunoptic.” Cooper and Troy models shown above.

More looks at the Mykita Série Noire Aviator Sunglasses for Summer 2010 after the click.

MYKITA helps out Bernhard Willhelm with two shiny gold sunglasses originally developed for his Winter collection inspired by the 1976 Olympics. “To celebrate the global success of model FRANZ, the metal aviator sunglasses stemming from the collaboration with German avant-garde fashion designer Bernhard Willhelm, MYKITA presents the FRANZ 24k. The FRANZ 24k limited edition is equipped with flash mirrored golden sun lenses coated in 24-karat gold, produced by Christian Dalloz Sunoptics.” Two versions – an all gold and a matte black hand lacquered frame with gold mirror lenses” will be available.

Another look at the MYKITA for Bernhard Willhelm FRANZ 24k Sunglasses after the click.

Mark Borthwick fires off his camera for Mykita’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection. “With his warm, spontaneity infused work, the British- born artist is revered for his personal style of photography. Borthwick, along with other innovative photographers of the ‘90s, broke through the conventions of fashion photography and established a new working order that tremendously influenced all aspects of editorial and advertising photography.”

More looks at Mykita Spring/Summer 2010 Campaign after the click.

Mykita drops their new series entitled, “Flash” for Spring/Summer 2010. Launching to coincide with Paris Fashion Week, the “Flash” line consists of two unisex frams – the Winston and Rodney – made from ultra-thin stainless steel for “comfort and durability.” Three matte finish colors are available in the “Flash” line – indigo, ivory and nude. Contrasting shades of lenses finish off the Mykita “Flash” collection.

More looks at the Mykita “Flash” Spring/Summer 2010 Sunglasses after the jump.

Note: if you think these are a knockoff of the Kayne shutters, or even the Linda Farrows, check again. Roman Kremer takes risk in design and Mykita is willing bring them to market for that consumer who is willing to accept that risk. “The ROMAIN frame is cut out of 0.5 mm stainless steel and features metal  shutters. The design borrows cues from traditional Inuit eyewear, which was designed solely to provide protection from dazzling sunlight and did not have conventional lenses. The very graphic and square-edged frame is inspired by the collection’s leitmotiv of protection and is reminiscent of war face paint.”  Look for them in November.

More views of the Roman Kremer for Mykita Spring/Summer 2010 Sunglasses after the jump.

Eyewear maker, Mykita, has opened doors on their new shop in the heart of Vienna. Stocking a wide array of prescription frames and sunglasses the shop complements the products with a very clean layout. “The basic idea behind the modestly sized (18m2) store is MYKITA’s original back-lit wall system, which can be integrated with ease into any given space. The display wall running down the left-hand side of the store comprises an assembly of countless steel rods normally used to support heavy-duty shelving.”

More views of the new Mykita Shop in Vienna after the jump.