Essentials Collection
The Essentials Collection is the foundation of AKILA – uncompromising modern reinterpretations of cult classic frames. Fashioned from plant-based acetate and stainless steel with Optical Class 1 nylon lenses, these frames are meticulously handcrafted to last a lifetime.
Ascent
Ascent is a classic look with versatile sensibilities. This square frame is finished with subtle details like triple-riveted ends and custom-engraved sunburst temple cores. Dress it up or down to fit your flow.
Jubilee
Jubilee is a chunky frame blended into a contoured rectangular profile that pairs well with any style. It’s finished with three rivets on each temple and custom-engraved sunburst temple cores.
Mabel
Mabel is a luxurious silhouette inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood.This frame blends classic cat-eye oval lenses with a contoured top and bold temples for a look that’s equal parts playful and elegant.
Apollo
AKILA has subtly refined a timeless silhouette. The Apollo features a chunky frame with flat “zero base” lenses to fuse a classic era with the current wave
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
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- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo Raw$130
- Apollo Raw$130
- Apollo Raw$130
- Apollo Raw$130
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo$140
- Apollo Raw$130
- Apollo Raw$130
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Logos
Logos is a classic New York silhouette. The chunky modern frame and riveted temples give it a versatile aesthetic that pairs well with any look. Dress it up or keep it low-key – whichever fits your vibe.
Ares
Ares brings a bolder look with downtown vibes and a subtle nod to Art Deco architecture. Its thick-framed construction features custom cores inside each temple inspired by DTLA’s Eastern Columbia Building, and is finished with metal plaques at each hinge.
Zed
Zed reanimates a retro look with modern proficiency. This classic So Cal frame features nylon lenses enclosed in sharp-beveled edges for a look that sits well with any vibe.
Legacy
Legacy mixes eyewear principles, fusing classic handcrafted artisanry with modern materials to create a timeless frame with an aesthetic functionality.
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy$130
- Legacy Raw$130
- Legacy Raw$130
- Legacy Raw$130
- Legacy Raw$130
- Legacy Raw$130
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Kaya
Kaya is an understated frame influenced by 1940’s Japanese style. Its slim build and round silhouette are reinforced with 2-pin riveted hinges for durability. A low-key winner with top-notch style.

RESPECT THE SUN™
All AKILA sunglasses are designed in Los Angeles and handcrafted to last a lifetime. Each pair is made from eco-friendly cellulose acetate and optical grade lenses with 100% UVA/UVB protection.
Dillinger
Dillinger is a metropolitan silhouette influenced by the Golden Age of pop art. Its 70s-inspired aviator shape is accented with custom temple cores and finished with 3-pin rivets for a unique but subtle look.
- Dillinger$140
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- Dillinger Raw$140
- Dillinger Raw$140
- Dillinger Raw$140
Outsider
Outsider is an alluring silhouette with low-key nods to retro rave culture. These frames feature subtly flared ends with custom temple core hardware fastened by 2-pin rivets.
Big City
Big City features a slim rectangular design for a sleek, professional look. This frame is constructed with custom temple cores and completed with 3D-riveted plaques at each end.
- Big City$150
- Big City$150
- Big City$150
- Big CityOnly 6 in stock$150
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- Big City Raw$150
- Big City Raw$150
- Big City Raw$150
Lola
Lola is a modern look with subtle design quirks to be appreciated by detail-oriented observers. Built with extra thick acetate, Lola exudes contemporary vibes with flat-topped round frames, star-shaped rivets, and paddle-shaped temples.
Polaris
Polaris is a versatile interpretation of flat-top frames that can be styled for a retro or futuristic look. Its bold silhouette is completed with wide temples and 3-pin rivets at each hinge for durability.
Luna
Luna is a classic retro shape with lenses set in a beveled-edged frame and diamond-shaped plaques at each frame end. It’s the perfect silhouette for effortless style.
Paradox
Paradox is a progressive look, emphasized by its sharp geometric design and angular silhouette. This frame is finished with custom engraving on each temple core to solidify its bold architectural identity.
Eos
Eos is an innovative art-inspired frame that blends street aesthetics with timeless minimalist geometry. This bold, rectangular frame is available in 6 different colorways to suit any aesthetic.
Hi-Fi
Hi-Fi is AKILA’s reimagining of a classic square-lens frame from a timeless era. Our latest version of Hi-Fi features two-pin rivets along the temple and frame for sturdier construction, and thicker acetate for all-around quality and comfort.
Analogue
Analogue revisits a vintage 1960s look that never goes out of style. This hand-crafted frame is sculpted in a retro rectangular shape with raw-bevel detail that pays homage to timeless design.
Lo-Fi
Lo-Fi is a modern thin rectangular silhouette with sharp corners and a base zero nylon lens.
Atelier
Atelier is a California contemporary design that pairs perfectly with any style. This versatile frame is the latest addition to our Essentials collection, continuing the AKILA tradition of revisiting classic looks through a modern lens.