Model wearing Des Eye N Lab eyewear

We build
eyewear brands
that shape the future

From concept to collection — we help visionary founders launch eyewear brands people love and remember, backed by 35 years of professional eyewear expertise.

Jim Lazarides signature
35 Years
Industry Experience
Oakley Arnette Bausch & Lomb
Jim Lazarides

Three decades at the intersection of
design, engineering & brand.

Des Eye N Lab is the practice Jim Lazarides built to bring institutional eyewear knowledge to founders who don't have decades to spend learning it the hard way.

From concept to commercialization, Jim helps brands see further — and build better.

-1990
Optical Mechanics Degree
OAKLEY
Sales Leadership
ARNETTE
CEO, Arnette Australia
EXIT
Acquired by Bausch & Lomb
NOW
Des Eye N Lab

Every component ofbuilding a brand

We handle every stage of development so you can focus on your vision.

1

Business 101

Industry structure, supply chains, and what it costs to launch.

2

Brand Development

Industry structure, supply chains, and what it costs to launch.

3

Materials

Industry structure, supply chains, and what it costs to launch.

4

Manufacturing

Industry structure, supply chains, and what it costs to launch.

Close-up of sculptural eyewear frame

We engineer brands
that shape how the world sees.

Strategic design. Technical precision. Commercial success.

Book a Consultation
Design Lab

Where insight
becomes form

We decode culture, materials and technology to create eyewear with purpose and point of view.

Explore the Lab

Methodology

Research-driven thinking that transforms insights into commercially successful products.

Material & Trends

Exploring materials, colours and emerging trends that shape tomorrow's eyewear.

Product & Design

From first sketch to production-ready eyewear, designed with purpose and precision.

Our Approach

A clear process
for exceptional results

From first insight to final launch, we guide every step with strategy, precision and purpose.

Eyewear detail
01

Discover

Deep dive into your vision, market, and opportunity.

02

Define

Shape the strategy, collection direction, and approach.

03

Develop

Design, engineer, and refine every technical detail.

04

Deliver

Bring the collection to life through the right partners.

05

Launch

Support your go-to-market strategy and beyond.

06

Grow

Measure, learn, and evolve for long-term success.

Model wearing sculptural black sunglasses
Engagement Options

Choose your entry point

Four ways to work together. Whether you are just getting started or ready to build something iconic.

Foundation Workshop

Eyewear Business 101

USD $1,200

A focused one-day workshop for founders who want to understand the eyewear industry before investing in product development. Gain clarity on how the industry works, where opportunities exist, and what it really takes to build a successful brand.

  • Industry structure & key players
  • From sketch to shelf
  • Manufacturing regions & quality tiers
  • Retail, wholesale & DTC models
  • Cost of goods & pricing fundamentals
  • Compliance & regulatory overview
One-time workshop
Advisory

Consultant

USD $180/ hour

Expert guidance for existing brands, startups or manufacturers seeking strategic, technical or commercial advice.

  • Product reviews
  • Factory negotiations
  • Design direction
  • Material selection
  • Manufacturing challenges
  • Collection planning
  • Business strategy
Bespoke Engagement

Custom Engagement

For complex projects, established companies or founders with unique requirements, we create a fully tailored engagement designed around your objectives, timeline and level of involvement.

Get a Proposal

Ready to build something iconic?