JOURNAL

Interview with Sarabeth Post

Interview with Sarabeth Post

Lowercase talked with glass artist Sarabeth Post about crafting energy fields out of glass, finding inspiration in RuPaul's Drag Race, and her time...

Crafted: Mitsu Shimabukuro

Lowercase talked design and labor, music, and technique with textile artist Mitsu Shimabukuro.

Not just another pair of sunglasses

Learn the details of our process and product, the anatomy of a pair of Lowercase glasses, and what sets our frames apart from the rest.

Shape + Color

Ever wonder how a pair of Lowercase frames is designed? Get an inside look at how we develop a color palette, choose acetates, and test new ideas a...

The Art of Finishing

Not all glasses are created (or polished!) equally. Take a look inside our workshop at the ten-step process all Lowercase frames go through to get ...

Lenses

Learn the details of how we design, source, cut, and fit the lenses for your Lowercase sunglasses.

An Interview with blinc

Read our conversation with blinc's store managers about their relationship with Lowercase and the shop's response to COVID-19.

The Origins of Eyewear

Today, eyewear is about as ubiquitous as anything can be. From a pair of handcrafted frames to something you can buy at a gas station, it seems lik...

Katya Krasnova

Katya is a tattoo artist currently based out of NYC. She has a bold yet delicate style that is easily recognizable and uniquely her own. With a d...

GRETCHEN JONES

An interview with Gretchen Jones - fashion designer turned creative consultant working to bridge the gap between business and creativity.

Murata - The Eyewear legend closes its doors

Eyewear making is an old craft that has been passed down generations. While we utilize variations of modern technology in our manufacturing process...

Kehinde Wiley

We just wrapped up our summer showroom at the Wythe Hotel. Over the course of our time there, we were inspired by the refined ambiance and creativ...

In The Studio : Nick Girlando

New York native Nick Girlando has a lot going on. Fashion, photography, business....you name it, Nick's in it. We were able to catch him just lon...