Third generation of a family of opticians, NICO is born out of nearly a century of eyewear enthusiasm.
Leonard Thompson, 1950
contemporary Classics
Created by the third generation of a family of opticians, NICO is born out of nearly a century of eyewear enthusiasm.
Surrounded by iconic vintage frames from the 20th century and experiencing the technical evolution of eyewear throughout the millennium. An appreciation of line and form, detail and design is at the heart of the brand.
Simplicity in design and quality of creation is paramount for NICO. Small batch production, unusual acetate editions give you striking but timeless frames to wear in a fast moving world.
Alan & Gwendolyne Thompson, 1962
The Originals Collection
Marked by roman numerals the collection is built from five iconic silhouettes with a minimal modern finish. The first collection from NICO, it evolved steadily year by year forging a strong identity. Now manifested in their ultimate expression… Made in Italy from Mazzucchelli’s Bio Acetate.
heritage
THOMPSON TIMELINE: A brief family history
THE BALLARD OF LEONARD: Anecdotes from Leonard Thompson’s life and work by Gwendolyne Thompson