VSP Vision Enters Into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Marcolin

Published on September 5, 2025
RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif. and LONGARONE, Italy—VSP Vision announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Marcolin from the private equity firm PAI Partners as well as other minority shareholders. The acquisition of Marcolin, a long-standing global leader in eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution, marks a significant eyewear investment by VSP Vision, the company noted. Founded in Northern Italy in 1961, Marcolin today distributes its eyewear collections in more than 125 countries, with a portfolio of luxury and lifestyle brands that include Tom Ford, Zegna, Christian Louboutin, ic! berlin, Max Mara, Guess, and others.
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