The Conjuring

Luxury British eyewear designer, Tom Davies, was invited to work on the latest instalment of the hit US horror film series, The Conjuring: Last Rites, which follows real-life investigations into paranormal activity. Using archive footage of the original interviews with the Smurl family, Tom created bespoke frames for all the main characters based on the original frames worn back in the 1970s and 1980s.

"The Conjuring is my favourite horror series and honestly the scariest because it is based on true stories. I've been a fan of The Conjuring for over 10 years. When I was asked to work on this movie, I was ecstatic, and honestly, this is some of my best work. I used reference material from the Smurl family, using real photos taken by the paranormal investigators. I also found an archived video from interviews given during extensive press exposure to the real-life story. The director told me that at the end of the film, he would create side-by-side images of the family alongside the actors and wanted the frames to be as authentic as possible. I utilised the power of bespoke fittings to alter the lines of the frames, which made the real-life actors look more like the people they were portraying, while still being authentic to the period." Tom Davies

Jack

These distinctively bold navigator frames are classic 70s vintage. Based on the original frame worn by Jack Smurl himself, Tom designed these made-to-measure frames for the latest instalment of The Conjuring by studying original reference photos and video interviews.

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Janet

This oversized female optical frame is based on the actual frame worn by Janet Smurl herself. An 80s-inspired frame that's a sign of the times with its angular edges and clear acetate. Tom used reference images from the original Smurl interviews to create an authentic silhouette, while customising the lens height, temple and bridge to balance the frame for the actor's face in the film.

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Carin

These dual tone premium acetate frames were handmade in London by Tom Davies for the latest release in The Conjuring film series. Based on the original frames worn by Carin Smurl herself, this retro design was carefully recreated for the character to wear in the film. 

Crafted in clear Japanese acetate with a layer of pink acetate that adds depth to the design.

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Grandpa Smurl

This softly rounded retro male optical frame was handmade for the latest release of The Conjuring. Inspired by the original frame worn by Grandpa Smurl himself, Tom designed these bespoke frames by studying original reference photos. A classic 70s inspired frame, designed by Tom Davies and handmade in London using premium Japanese acetate in a warm crystal brown finish.

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Grandma Smurl

This female optical frame is based on the actual frame worn by Grandma Smurl herself. An 80s-inspired retro frame that's a sign of the times with its angular edges and clear acetate. Tom designed these bespoke frames by studying original reference photos. 

Handmade in London using premium clear crystal Japanese acetate for a striking impact.

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