Ahlem Eyewear Sydney | Official Ahlem Stockist | The Eye Piece

AHLEM was founded in 2014 by Paris-born designer Ahlem Manai-Platt — a brand born from a sketch in a notebook, a conversation at a Parisian café, and the loss of a beloved pair of vintage sunglasses. "We were discussing goals, and I showed the group a sketch from my notebook," she recalls. "The excitement they expressed gave me the guts; the loss of a beloved pair of vintage sunnies shortly thereafter gave me the final push."

What emerged from those initial sketches was a debut run of nine handmade eyewear frames rendered in premium plant-based Italian acetate. From the very beginning, AHLEM had a fully formed point of view — one that carries through every collection today.

Beyond Trend. Beyond Season.

With boutiques in Paris, New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco, AHLEM has established itself as one of the most considered independent eyewear brands in the world. The brand's organic shapes and elegant geometries exist beyond trend, grounded in the belief that objects of timeless design and superior quality are always relevant — regardless of season, regardless of moment.

Every AHLEM frame is crafted in premium plant-based Italian acetate, chosen for its richness of colour, its depth, and its environmental credentials. The result is eyewear that feels as considered as it looks — refined, distinctive, and built to be worn for years rather than seasons.

Ahlem in Sydney — George Street and Balmain

The Eye Piece stocks AHLEM eyewear at two of our locations — our George Street boutique in Sydney CBD and our Balmain practice. Both locations carry a curated selection of AHLEM optical frames and sunglasses, with our team available to assist with frame selection and prescription fitting.

AHLEM is produced in limited quantities with a focus on quality over volume. If you are looking for a specific style or colourway, we recommend contacting your preferred location before visiting to confirm availability.

Visit Us

The Eye Piece — George Street, Sydney CBD
Shop 1, 200 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: (02) 8077 9624
Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:30pm  |  Sat 10:00am–5:00pm  |  Sun Closed

The Eye Piece — Balmain
Shop 1, 340 Darling Street, Balmain NSW 2041
Phone: (02) 8705 6488
Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm  |  Sat 9:00am–3:00pm  |  Sun Closed

To enquire about a specific AHLEM frame or book an appointment, contact our team at George Street or Balmain.