It’s the experiences that stick with you – little episodes and stories that capture the life of another place. Such moments expand the self and teach open-minded individuals completely unknown truths. Tokyo taught me the philosophy of Kodawari (こだわり in Japanese). It is the pursuit of perfection, although perfection itself is never achievable. You do your best, whether it’s in everyday life, such as mixing Matcha tea or creating a collection. The thin titanium frame of the TOKYO COLLECTION is freed from overbearing details and stripped of excess, embodying the elegance of precision.

When I think of Toronto, I envision the clouds getting caught in the peaks of the bold Toronto skyline. Only occasional rays of sunlight break through the ceiling. I hear a variety of languages around me – English, Chinese, Spanish, and Tagalog. The TORONTO COLLECTION captures this moment. It represents the diversity of a modern metropolis through the colorful frames made from Japanese acetate and the photochromic lenses, reminiscent of a cloudy summer.