1992
Foundation of the brand FUNK.
1993
Design and distribution of very unique and spectacular cases.
1994
Design and development of the first collection FUNKsunglasses.
17 extreme, conspicuous models with silicone rubber coating.
FUNK was the pioneer in this kind of coating.
1995
Introduction of the first collection of FUNKsunglasses at special fairs , as e.g. Interjeans/ Cologne, 40°/London and Optica/Cologne etc.. The success was overwhelming in the target group. But the collection with models like "mask” also earned incomprehension from the more traditional fair visitors.
1996
Expansion of the distribution in Germany and foundation of a own distribution net in Austria and Switzerland. The collection was exhibited at the ISPO in Munich, which was the start of a successful focused marketing in the trend sport sector. Also the first of the meanwhile legendary FUNK-ISPO- parties took place (don´t miss it, when you are in Munich for the ISPO!)
1997
Design and presentation of the second collection FUNKsunglasses. The models are no longer silicone coated, more sportive and "a little bit more normal”. With this collection FUNKsunglasses also convinced the opticians. In the same time FUNK found distribution partners in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark.
1998
The third generation of FUNKsunglasses was born. Pilot styles or sunglasses with gradient colours are the highlights of this collection, including 15 new styles. Expansion of the international distribution channels to Japan and Russia.
1999
FUNK presents the first FUNKgoggles.
2000
FUNKsunglasses are established as a design brand. With two collections each year, FUNK is now a internationally known brand. And the FUNK family is still growing with distribution partners in New Zealand, Australia, Taiwan and Singapore.
2001
Introduction of the first optical collection FUNKroyal optics. The limited, exclusive, handcrafted collection is made of acetate and surprises with spectacular feather-hinge function. FUNK now is also available in Italy, Portugal and Mexico.
