Luxottica’s 3Q consolidated net sales up by 12.8% at constant exchange rates (+5.3% at current exchange rates)

Milan, Italy, October 28, 2008 - The Board of Directors of Luxottica Group S.p.A. (MTA: LUX; NYSE: LUX), a global leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of premium fashion and luxury eyewear, convened today in Milan, approved its consolidated results for the third quarter and the first nine months of 20081. Financial highlights for the periods in accordance with U.S. GAAP are set forth below. A detailed balance sheet, income statements and other financial tables are attached to this press release.