L.A. Eyeworks

L.A. Eyeworks is the original rebel of independent eyewear. Founded in 1979 by Barbara McReynolds and Gai Gherardi in Los Angeles, the brand emerged from the city's vibrant art and music scene with a radical proposition: 'A face is like a work of art. It deserves a great frame.'

For over four decades, L.A. Eyeworks has been the brand that artists, musicians, architects, and creative professionals reach for when they want eyewear that's as expressive as they are. Their designs are fearless — bold shapes, unexpected proportions, and colors that challenge conventional ideas about what glasses should look like.

The brand's iconic black-and-white portrait campaigns, featuring everyone from emerging artists to cultural legends, have become collector's items and gallery exhibitions in their own right. L.A. Eyeworks doesn't just make eyewear — they've created a visual culture around the idea that glasses are the most personal form of self-expression.

Manufactured in Italy and Japan, L.A. Eyeworks frames are built to match their bold designs with equally bold quality. The acetate is thick and richly colored, the metalwork is precise, and the fit is engineered for comfort despite the dramatic shapes. This is eyewear for people who want to be seen.