New York-designed eyewear brand known for its modern take on classic frames, all handcrafted in Italy.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
premium
Launched in 2010, Illesteva was founded in downtown New York with the mission to provide high-quality, designer eyewear at a fair price point, acting as an independent alternative in a market dominated by a few large corporations. Co-founder Daniel Silberman established the brand's distinctive approach by blending contemporary, city-inspired design with traditional European craftsmanship. The brand's name itself is a tribute to a skilled Italian artisan named Luigi Esteva and the classic film heroine Ilsa Lund.