STATE Optical Co.

Handcrafted in a 75-step precision manufacturing process in Chicago, Illinois.

Pioneering American luxury eyewear manufacturer handcrafting acetate and titanium frames in Chicago, Illinois.

From STATE Optical Co.

$395

Square-silhouette luxury acetate optical frame honoring American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

$425

Bold rectangular acetate sunglasses honoring Chicago blues legend Koko Taylor with custom-tinted lenses.

$445

Sculpted titanium frame inspired by Merchandise Mart architect Alfred P. Shaw with hand-finished enamel accents.

Owned here

100% US independent family-owned by Europa Eyewear / Shapiro family.

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STATE Optical Co. is an independent, family-owned American luxury eyewear brand founded by Europa Eyewear.

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Made here

Handcrafted in a 75-step precision manufacturing process in Chicago, Illinois.

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Every STATE frame is designed and handcrafted in our Chicago, Illinois factory, requiring over 75 steps and hours of hand-polishing.

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Materials

Custom Mazzucchelli Zyl cellulose acetate, Japanese beta-titanium, and custom 3-barrel hinges.

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Constructed from custom-cured cellulose acetate, lightweight Japanese titanium chassis, and custom hardware.

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Shipped from here

Headquarters, factory facility, and optical lab in Vernon Hills and Chicago, IL.

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Located at 255 Corporate Woods Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 with manufacturing in Chicago.

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STATE Optical Co. Official Workshop Domestic manufacturing and supply chain transparency

Reviewed 17 Aug 2026. Next check by 17 Feb 2027.