akila

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Country: United States
Founded: 2018 2010s
Category: Eyewear
Related brands: Eyewear brands founded in the 2010s Eyewear brands from United States

Overview

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A MODERN EYEWEAR CONCEPT

AKILA is an eyewear brand founded in 2018 in Los Angeles, U.S., by Chris Mart. Centered on handmade limited runs, it offers sunglasses and optical eyewear and emphasizes sustainability through plant-based cellulose acetate, optical-grade recycled lenses, and plastic-free packaging. It is expanding internationally with a focus on collaborations and limited models, and has flagship stores in Los Angeles and New York.

Concept

AKILA is an independent eyewear brand from Los Angeles focused on handmade limited-run eyewear.

akila characteristics

Main traits of akila

Trends & youth culture: Adoption of trends and connections to youth culture.
Minimal & basics: Minimal design and clean everyday staples.
Streetwear: Elements of streetwear, skateboarding and hip-hop.

Based on an analysis of 1,232 brands across 97 criteria, this chart shows the characteristics of akila relative to overall brand tendencies.

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