Blake Kuwahara Eyewear Style Exploration
At Together Again, we’ve found that Blake Kuwahara’s collections really resonate with people who appreciate bold design that still feels effortless. Blake offers two main collections, each featuring a thoughtful mix of acetate, metal, and combination frames. Most styles—whether optical or sun—have a sculptural, statement-making presence, but when we get the right fit, shape, and colour, they feel incredibly natural and comfortable. The glowing laminated finishes and subtly textured mattes are perfect for those who want their eyewear to stand out without shouting—pieces that highlight and enhance an already outstanding personality.
Blake Kuwahara Core Collection
Blake Kuwahara Kesling Rust Sunglasses
What sets Blake Kuwahara apart isn’t just the design—it’s the extraordinary craftsmanship behind each frame. Every piece is a true feat of engineering. The inner and outer silhouettes are milled separately, then fused through a proprietary lamination process that takes nearly two months. From there, it takes another six months of precise milling, polishing, and finishing to bring each frame to life. The result is more than just visual—when you hold one, you can feel the care in every contour. It’s this intricate layering that creates the signature “frame within a frame” effect, giving each piece depth, nuance, and a sculptural presence that’s as refined as it is striking.
Blake Kuwahara Grey Label Collection
Blake Kuwahara BK1029 Tangerine Sunglasses
Blake Kuwahara’s Grey Label collection takes craftsmanship to an entirely new level, with each frame showcasing an extraordinary level of hand-finishing and detail. Texture on the front is created using a metal brush, then brought to life with hand-rubbed color that adds rich dimension. Along the top of the eye rim, artisans use a precision drill to carve subtle, tactile patterns—every detail applied by hand. For optimal comfort and balance, an additional millimeter of crystal acetate is added to the temple tips, providing the right ballast for a secure, effortless fit. Even the logo is something special: laser-cut from metal, countersunk into the base of the tip, filled with epoxy, and polished to a smooth finish. It’s modeled after Blake Kuwahara’s Japanese family crest, or kamon—a quiet but powerful symbol of heritage, thoughtfully embedded into each Grey Label frame.
Metal
Blake Kuwahara BK1018 Gold Sunglasses
The Grey Label's metal frames are crafted with the same precision techniques used in fine jewelry making. The end pieces and temples are cast—rather than soldered—allowing the hinge and end piece to be formed as a single, seamless component. This not only results in a more refined silhouette but also creates a thinner, stronger hinge with superior durability. Each metal frame is also outfitted with sleek, hypoallergenic silicone nose pads that offer a secure, slip-resistant, and ultra-comfortable fit—perfect for all-day wear without compromise.
Acetate
Blake Kuwahara Mead Violet Fade
The precision in Blake Kuwahara’s acetate frames is immediately noticeable and speaks volumes about the craftsmanship behind them. The end pieces are expertly mitred at a precise 45-degree angle to hide the seam between the temple and end piece—a technique inspired by fine furniture making and rarely seen in eyewear. Achieving this seamless transition requires each component to be cut and polished with exceptional accuracy. Even the nose pads reflect this thoughtful approach: Blake’s custom 11 mm acetate pads (compared to the standard 7 mm) offer more surface area, and when paired with the frame’s fitting inclination, they provide a more universally comfortable and secure fit.