Retail distribution

Luxottica Group's optical retail operations are through leading brands such as LensCrafters and Pearle Vision, leaders in North America, and OPSM, Laubman & Pank and Budget Eyewear, which are active throughout Australia and New Zealand.

The Group also has a major retail presence in China, where it is a top operator in the premium eyewear market with LensCrafters.

Since the acquisition of Sunglass Hut in 2001, Luxottica has become the world leader in the sun retail business.

As of December 31, 2009, Luxottica retail business consisted of 6,217 stores.