Roger Federer has committed himself to entrepreneurship after becoming a legend on the court. The Swiss champion is now experimenting with spectacles after working with Uniqlo for apparel and Swiss brand On for sneakers. Federer recently agreed to an exclusive licensing deal with EssilorLuxottica for the creation of eyewear. Production will start on a global scale under the RF and Oliver Peoples brands.
In collaboration with the well-known eyewear company, the first collection will be created under Roger Federer’s aesthetic guidance. The launch will happen in the spring of 2024 in 60 countries and 40 stores of the luxury optical brand.
Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO of EssilorLuxottica, commented: “Roger Federer is a legendary athlete, a passionate entrepreneur, and a force in the worlds of fashion and lifestyle. Our shared values and his global influence makes him the perfect partner for us and for the Oliver Peoples brand. We’re looking forward to creating beautiful eyewear together.”
Roger Federer added: “I am thrilled to collaborate with Oliver Peoples. I’ve been a fan of the brand for years and have always appreciated their exceptional craftsmanship alongside timeless, elegant designs. We both found great commonality in how we approach our work, and they are a perfect partner for the debut of my RF eyewear collection in 2024.”
