VERNON HILLS, Ill. and LONDON—British luxury eyewear brand Cutler and Gross has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Europa Eyewear as its exclusive distribution partner for North America, effective June 5, 2026. Cutler and Gross said this partnership marks an important next step for the company as it continues to invest in long-term growth, with a focus on service, exceptional product and meaningful relationships with independent optical partners. Cutler and Gross’ existing North American sales team will transition with the brand, moving from Marchon to Europa, in a move designed to ensure continuity for customers, the company said.
This approach preserves these established relationships, deep product knowledge and day-to-day consistency. For Europa, this move establishes a new Independent Luxury Division, complementing the company’s existing portfolio that includes STATE Optical Co., American Optical and Scott Harris, the announcement said.
“We are genuinely delighted to partner with Europa,” said Jack Dooley, chief executive officer of Cutler and Gross. “It is a business that shares our values, a deep respect for heritage, an uncompromising approach to product development and a belief that great companies are built by great people. What matters most to us is continuity and care. Our customers deserve calm transitions, familiar faces and partners who understand the long view. In bringing Darin Nathan and the entire Independent Luxury Division across, and in choosing Europa as our partner in North America, we are choosing stability, trust and shared intent. There is something very human about that, and it feels most fitting for Cutler and Gross.”
“We are incredibly proud to represent such a revered luxury brand, like Cutler and Gross in North America and are thrilled to welcome the sales team and their customers to Europa,” said Megan Molony, CEO of Europa Eyewear. “We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to our independent customers, specializing on their unique needs, and feel this is the perfect fit for both our organizations.”
“I’ve known Jack for many years and worked with the Cutler and Gross team during that time,” added Andy Skitmore, president of Europa Eyewear. “I truly value the exceptional luxury brand they’ve built, along with the authenticity and values they instill in their product development, storytelling and approach to the market. I’m truly honored to be working again with one of the foremost luxury eyewear brands in the global market.”
