After five years of establishing themselves as a cultural touchstone of style, community, and innovation, AKILA Eyewear has officially opened the doors to their Los Angeles flagship store.
This past Thursday, their friends and family event turned into a full-blown party where an across-coast community came to celebrate this huge milestone for the brand–and the excitement and love in the air were palpable.
Founded and rooted in Los Angeles, with deep California influences shaping their brand ethos and design, it was fitting that their second flagship store would open in the city that knows them best. Situated in the heart of Silver Lake on Sunset Boulevard, AKILA’s newest location is more than just a retail space—it's a beautifully designed meeting point where community and conversation thrive.
Designed by Los Angeles architecture and design firm 22RE, in collaboration with AKILA’s in-house design team, the store showcases a blend of Japanese craftsmanship and contemporary design. Natural wood motifs and sleek metal details create an aesthetic where Japandi meets West Coast cool. As their fourth location worldwide, this space may be their most impressive yet, with every detail meticulously planned. From skylights flooding the space with natural light to the use of Douglas fir trees native to the Pacific Coast, AKILA’s Los Angeles flagship is a feast for the eyes, which in itself is worth celebrating.
As the night went on at their opening event on May 30, friends and family were seen enjoying deep cuts played by incredible DJs, Omar SB and SOSUPERSAM, while drinks flowed and food was cooked and served by Jahkitori. Although the night ended at 10, though it was really 11, the party never truly stopped–we’re still celebrating. Now officially opened to the public and the community that continues to uplift them, if it wasn't known already, AKILA is more than an eyewear brand, but a community that runs deep, and everyone is welcome.
AKILA LA is located at 3300 Sunset Blvd. and is open daily from 11am - 7pm. You can also shop their summer collection here.
