An acetate style with universal appeal, this sunglass innovates a classic pilot shape to express strength, versatility, individuality, and joy.
Ahlem first crossed paths with New York-based stylist, creative director, and fashion editor Jorden Bickham in 2017, when Ahlem was a candidate for a CFDA prize.
Though their interaction was fleeting, it left an impression: Ahlem was struck by Jorden’s luminous calm and sense of purpose. Recalling that radiant energy years later as she prepared to launch the collaboration, Ahlem sensed that Jorden was someone to approach. As usual, intuition paid off. Over far-ranging conversations, the pair discovered a common language - including a shared interest in social and political justice. Both being congenital doers, it wasn’t long before a plan was formed: To pool their talents on a limited-run collaboration and donate the proceeds to an organization fighting systems of oppression and discrimination.
Each numbered piece is handcrafted by the artisans of Oyannax, France, in microbatches of 100 in Brownlight, 100 in Foglight, and 100 in Ashmilk.
A longtime ally of the queer community, Jorden suggested the partnership benefit G.L.I.T.S (Gays and Lesbians Living in a Transgender Society), an NYC-based nonprofit providing TLGBQIA and BIPOC individuals with access to healthcare and housing services, among other basic human rights.
8mm thick plant-based premium Italian acetate.
Hardware (front pin, wire core, and hinge) made of premium steel, electro-dipped in two layers of precious metal: Palladium and 22k gold.
Temples are 20mm wide with a single raw-cut bevel for a striking contrast between matte and polish.
Exclusive 5-barrel hinge with thread lock technology.
Custom filigree wire core that plays with repetitions and variations of our signature round and triangle shapes.
Nylon lenses are double-dipped for enhanced resistance and scratch prevention offering 100% UV protection.
Lens width: 54mm
Bridge width: 19mm
Temple length: 145mm
Fits medium to wide faces. Ideal for all face types.
With proper care, AHLEM’s heirloom-quality eyewear will bring you years of use and pleasure. Extend your frames' longevity with a few simple maintenance rituals:
Daily Clean: We recommend that you clean your lenses daily with our premium microfiber cloth versus cotton or paper products.
Weekly Clean: Apply a few drops of mild soap to your fingers, lather them underwater and massage soap foam to your lenses and frame. Complete the ritual by rinsing your frame and lenses in warm water and drying them with your microfiber cloth.
