New Horizon: Contemporary Design Meets Indigenous Storytelling

Wednesday, May 27 2026 | 12 h 45 min | Fashion Frames, Optik Magazine

AYA Optical introduces Horizon, a contemporary geometric optical frame crafted from lightweightstainless steel for exceptional comfort and durability. Featuring original commissioned artwork byOjibwe artist Donald Chrétien, Horizon blends modern design with meaningful Indigenous storytelling.

Each frame includes a cleaning cloth displaying the full artwork and its cultural significance.

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About AYA Optical:

Celebrate Indigenous Art with Us!

We believe that art is transformative, and that eyewear can be the canvas to share stories and art from around the world. AYA Eyewear was first launched in 2009 in collaboration with renowned First Nations Artist Corrine Hunt and has continued to flourish and grow every year. 

We are committed to the details and realize that beautiful design takes time, precision, and attention, so we don’t cut corners. We stand by our product. We treat our artists as our partners and make sure that their stories and art are always shared in the most heartfelt authentic way.

We take pride in our service and seek opportunities to give back to the communities we serve and the artist’s charities of choice.

AYA Eyewear is truly a brand that stands out from the crowd and is loved by Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities alike.

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