Ahlem Eyewear: Handcrafted Sunglasses and Spectacles

Explore our curated collection of Ahlem eyewear to find a stylish everyday frame that will stand the test of time. Founded by Ahlem Manai-Platt, a Los Angeles-based eyewear designer with Parisian roots, Ahlem is an independent eyewear brand with a design language that focuses on Bauhaus principles and organically occurring shapes in nature. Pulling inspiration from the past, all Ahlem frames show an enormous amount of detail work through their specialized handcrafted techniques in France.

Ahlem Eyewear: Timeless Frames In Unique Colorways

Ahlem Manai-Platt’s passion for eyewear began at the age of 4 when she watched her mother get ready and slip on a pair of sunglasses. From such humble roots, she has gone on to found Ahlem Eyewear, an award-winning brand now synonymous with luxury eyewear.

Ahlem focuses on, as she says, uncompromising attention to detail and quality. Each pair of Ahlem glasses and Ahlem sunglasses is handmade in France through a meticulous production process that involves specialized ateliers and skilled artisans. Acetate temples are raw cut by hand, while metal frames are made via martelé, a hand-hammering technique that creates truly unique pieces. The brand has also developed a revolutionary 5-barrel custom hinge that guarantees exceptional durability.

Every style of Ahlem eyewear is named after and inspired by the architecture or spirit of a Parisian neighborhood, such as Montorgueil or the Pont Mirabeau bridge. If you're not sure which style suits your face shape best, then please book an appointment with our expert style consultant. We can help you find your perfect pair, and customize your lenses to suit your needs.

Styling

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Domestic shipping

Shipped via UPS Ground with orders fulfilled within 1 business day. Need it faster? Choose UPS 2nd Day Air or Next Day Air at checkout.

International shipping

Orders over $300 ship free via DHL Express, with no extra Duty or VAT charges. For orders under $300, shipping is a flat rate of $34.99.

Returns

Returns are accepted within 10 days of receiving your package. Prescription lenses are non-refundable, with some exceptions. Visit our shipping & returns page for details.