OPAL – Glasses creator and manufacturer

Founded in 1995 by François Fort, OPAL is now Europe’s leading manufacturer of frames for children and teenagers, with flagship brands in this segment. In 2022, the company introduced the Barbie collection and, more recently, its own children’s spirit brand, Not for Kids®. In France, OPAL is also the leader in low-entry-price frames with the brand Owlet. Over time, the company has expanded its portfolio to include adult frames, investing in French manufacturing: Berenice in 2019, Saint James in 2022, and most recently with the acquisition of Roussilhe. This demonstrates a genuine desire to reintroduce the French manufacturing chain to the optical sector. OPAL is also an expert in the sports segment with the brand Demetz and its eyewear and goggles. All this expertise makes OPAL a French company dedicated to serving opticians.