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IвЂ™ve found myself slipping their soft, vegan leather carrying case into my bag over other brands IвЂ™ve shopped for years. And, the best part is that these sunglasses donвЂ™t just look good theyвЂ™re supremely comfortable, durable, and functional. The apple of my eye, LOGO in Tortoise and Rose Credit: pair I own is a compliment magnet вЂ“ friends, family, and strangers have all stopped me in my tracks to inquire about the brand. If these styles (or any of the brandвЂ™s others вЂ“ hello JIVE and KAYA) catch your eye, I recommend ordering ASAP: many of these drops are limited or sell out. I was also able to try the ARES ($140) in Lemonade IвЂ™m obsessed with this shape, which is inspired by DTLAвЂ™s Eastern Columbia Building. Offered in six colorways ranging from a classic Black on Black to a Cement Acetate and Apple Green Lens, this style is effortlessly cool. Boasting a вЂњchunky frame and riveted temples,вЂќ LOGOS is a nod to New York. I pined over AKILAвЂ™s LOGOS style ($130) for months before I was able to secure two pairs (the style was sold out for months in 2021 so I had to be strategic). AKILA has also collaborated with Grateful Dead, Chinatown Market, Jungles Jungles, HUF, and several other brands to create limited-edition, custom styles. For example, AKILA recently partnered with World Chess on a limited edition style of a popular frame in celebration of the World Chess Championship Match in Dubai. The brand hopes to empower independent brands and serve consumers by working with friends, artists, and brands doing similarly cool sh*t. HALLDALE, AKILAвЂ™s collaboration with LA-based apparel brand Bricks & Wood Credit: An Emphasis On CollaborationвЂЌДЄKILA also separates itself from the pack with its collaborative spirit.

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(Eden Reforestation Projects employs local people to plant trees to restore forest health and reduce extreme poverty.) Plus, AKILA requests that end-of-life eyewear be sent back for repair or donation in exchange, the brand will issue a discount code for a new pair. In addition to using sustainable materials, AKILA has a number of active environmental projects to further its do-good reach: the brand has partnered with Eden Reforestation Projects to plant a tree for every pair of glasses sold. AKILA lenses are Optical Class 1 nylon lenses, making them thick, scratch-resistant, and 100% UVA/UVB resistant. The brand sources from the best providers in the world to ensure transparency and quality.

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The benefits of cellulose acetate are many: in addition to being a more eco-friendly option, acetate allows for richer hues than traditional plastic вЂ“ plus itвЂ™s biodegradable and renewable.

I was, too вЂ“ until I got a pair (or three).ДЄKILA goes above and beyond on quality and sustainability Credit: AkilaД®ach pair of frames is made from cellulose acetate, a natural bioplastic made from the fibers of cotton or wood pulp (as opposed to petroleum). If youвЂ™re skeptical of a brand claiming to do so much so well, youвЂ™re not alone. The brandвЂ™s contemporary-yet-quirky styles, bold colors, and clean lines would suggest a hefty price tag, but AKILA is rooted in anti-industry pricing (aka that perfect balance of expensive enough to ensure quality materials and ethical practices, but affordable enough to grab on a treat-yourself day). Seemingly everywhere (and impressively aware of its demo), AKILA leaves a memorable, cool-kid impression online. And the woman who stopped me on the street to compliment the pair I was finally able to snag after many sold-out months. And to a friend who was sporting a pair on our neighborhood walk last month.

If youвЂ™ve recently browsed for new sunnies, have uttered so much as вЂsunglвЂ“вЂ™ around your phone, or вЂ“ if weвЂ™re being honest вЂ“ even thought about eyewear, youвЂ™ve likely seen an ad for AKILA soon after. Our editorial team is independent and only endorses products we believe in. If you purchase through our links, we may receive a commission. Our team is dedicated to finding and telling you more about the webвЂ™s best products.

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