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Elie Saab to launch eyewear in 2017

Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab

Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab is set to unveil a collection of eyewear after signing a deal with Italian eyewear company Safilo Group.

WWD reports that the licensing pact between the two brands runs through 2025.

Safilo also produces and distributes eyewear for brands including Dior, Marc Jacobs and Céline.

To be manufactured in Italy and Japan, Elie Saab's eyewear collection will be available in Elie Saab boutiques and speciality eyewear shops when it launches in January 2017.