This week’s standout piece is the Ahlem Vertbois in Darklight — a frame that perfectly captures the brand’s unmistakable balance of refined design, craftsmanship, and contemporary style.

Ahlem frames are known for their Parisian inspiration and meticulous attention to detail, and the Vertbois is no exception. The Darklight colourway offers a beautifully subtle aesthetic — sophisticated, understated and incredibly versatile. The rich tones of the acetate provide depth and character, while the clean, architectural lines give the frame a timeless yet modern feel.

To complement this elegant frame, we have customised it with ZEISS SmartLife Digital lenses in glass with an ultra-thin 1.9 index. Glass lenses remain the gold standard for optical clarity, delivering exceptional visual performance and durability. The high index ensures the lenses remain as thin and refined as possible, even with stronger prescriptions.

The ZEISS SmartLife Digital design is specially engineered for the demands of modern life. With so many of us constantly switching between smartphones, laptops and other digital devices, these lenses are optimised to support comfortable vision across different viewing distances, helping to reduce strain during everyday digital use.

To finish, we’ve applied a premium anti-reflective coating, reducing reflections and glare while improving clarity and comfort. This also enhances the cosmetic appearance of the lenses, allowing the eyes to remain clearly visible while maintaining a clean, polished look.

The result is a beautifully balanced combination of style, advanced lens technology and exceptional optical performance — a perfect example of how the right customisation can elevate an already outstanding frame.

At The Spectacle Factory, we believe eyewear should be as individual as the person wearing it, and this stunning Ahlem Vertbois demonstrates exactly that.