We are the Curators

In a world of mass production, we act as the gatekeepers of genuine craftsmanship.

Exceptional by Definition

Obsidian rejects compromise. We’re done with fake luxury and logos stamped on cheap plastic. Instead, we scoured the globe- from Japanese ateliers to Italian heritage factories- in pursuit of real craftsmanship. If it isn’t exceptional, it doesn’t get in.

Ready to play The Illusion of Choice? Select your favorite “designer” below to reveal which of the Big Five mega-manufacturers actually built your glasses. Spoiler alert: your exclusive luxury frames likely rolled off the exact same assembly line as the budget brands.

THE ILLUSION OF CHOICE

Explore “designer” eyewear. Tap a brand bubble to see who actually manufactures their frames. Mobile users: Rotate to landscape for the best view.

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The Craftspeople we Trust