AY Studios pays tribute to the modern inventor of tinted eyewear, James Ayscough (1720–1759) — a true pioneer of his time.

Long before eyewear became a fashion statement, Ayscough experimented with colored lenses to improve vision in different light conditions. Unlike his contemporaries, he chose an unconventional path, firmly believing that glasses could do more than correct sight — they could enhance perception through color.

It is not only his legacy that inspires AY Studios’ sunglass collections, but also his uncompromising spirit and forward-thinking mindset.

AY Studios reinterprets this heritage through contemporary design, refined materials, and a modern approach to optical innovation.