TAKAORI
Takaori is: Visionary Artistry from Japan’s Finest Craftsmen.
The artisanal atelier responsible for crafting the exquisite Takaori collection was founded in 1968 in the renowned Fukui Prefecture of Japan, an area famed for its distinguished tradition of eyewear production.The Manufacturer Company's owner has a captivating ancestral history that dates back to the Middle Ages when his ancestors served as headmen governing a village.
The existence of a Samurai bearing the same family name in a nearby area hints at a possible connection to the noble warrior class. Adding to the intrigue is the family's ownership of a crest with a rare swallowtail butterfly design.
With unwavering dedication, the family upholds the tradition of crafting luxurious optical frames and sunglasses, adorning each piece with their cherished family crest, an emblem that embodies the essence of Japanese artistry and heritage.
FACTORY 900
FACTORY 900 was introduced in 2000 as the in-house brand of AOYAMA Optical Ltd.Co. The name '900' reflects the factory’s street address, paying tribute to the very foundation where its bold designs and expert craftsmanship come to life.
THEO
Actually it was the love for their clients that made Wim Somers and Patrick Hoet, opticians with their own store, decide to design and present a collection under the name of Theo.
VADA
Named after the founder and creative director’s maternal grandmother, VADA is a brand steeped in history, vision, and personal style.
ANDY WOLF
Andy Wolf represents unique eyewear, handcrafted in Hartberg, Austria. The brand was created by three friends with a shared vision to craft both classic and contemporary frames for individuals.
AHLEM
Ahlem Manai-Platt, a Paris native living in Los Angeles, has a long-standing fascination with the relationship between beauty, functionality and design.