Ochis is Redefining Eyewear — With Coffee, No Less

April 10, 2025

By: Sara Vrdoljak

Brewing Change: The Birth of Coffee-Based Eyewear

In the heart of Ukraine, something extraordinary is brewing — and it's not just your morning coffee. Ochis has reimagined what eyewear can be by creating the world's first coffee-based sunglasses and optical frames. Born from the belief that fashion shouldn't cost the Earth, Ochis combines sustainability, design, and innovation to offer something truly unique: eyewear made from used coffee grounds. This isn't just a trend — it's a movement. At the center of it is a powerful story of legacy, passion, and the pursuit of a better, cleaner future.

From Optics to Organic: The Visionary Behind the Brand

The soul of Ochis is Maksym Havrylenko, a second-generation eyewear maker who spent over 15 years working in the optics industry. After witnessing the waste and pollution caused by plastic frames, he felt a deep need to find an alternative. His journey wasn't easy — he experimented with dozens of natural materials including herbs, seeds, and plant fibers. But when he landed on coffee as the primary ingredient, everything changed. Coffee grounds not only gave the frames strength and flexibility but also a warm, earthy texture and scent that made them feel alive. This wasn’t just innovation — it was intuition, backed by a passion for planet-friendly design.

Crafted with Care: Sustainability at Every Step

Ochis frames are made by combining coffee grounds with flax and a natural oil-based polymer, creating a durable yet biodegradable material. Every pair is handcrafted in Ukraine with love and precision. Unlike plastic eyewear, which can take hundreds of years to break down, Ochis frames biodegrade in just 10 years, turning into natural fertilizer. The process is as clean as the product — the company operates with zero CO2 emissions, uses ethical labor practices, and embraces a no-waste philosophy in their studio. It’s a small but mighty example of what’s possible when sustainability becomes the starting point, not an afterthought.

Design That Feels Like Nature

There’s something unmistakably special about wearing Ochis. The frames are light, matte, and earthy, with a barely-there scent of roasted coffee beans that gently lingers throughout the day. They’re designed to adapt — flexible, water-resistant, and suitable for prescription or sun lenses. But it’s not just how they function, it’s how they make you feel. Every curve, every texture, every detail invites a deeper connection with the natural world. Wearing them isn’t just a style statement — it’s a declaration of values, wrapped in beautiful, minimalist design.

A Love Letter to the Earth

What makes Ochis truly revolutionary is its impact beyond fashion. By upcycling one of the world’s most consumed products — coffee — they divert waste from landfills and reduce our dependency on fossil-fuel-based plastics. Each frame is a small but meaningful step toward cleaner oceans, healthier soil, and a more sustainable future. And when your frames reach the end of their life, they don’t become garbage — they return to the earth, giving back to the very environment they came from.

Sustainable Style for a Conscious Generation

These glasses feel like a quiet reflection of who you are — thoughtful, grounded, and aware of the impact your choices have. They don’t shout for attention, but they speak volumes about your values. Slipping them on feels natural, like choosing to walk a little slower, breathe a little deeper, and live with more intention. Every pair carries a piece of a bigger story — not just of recycled coffee and innovative design, but of a shift toward living with more care. They gently remind us that beauty doesn’t have to come at the planet’s expense, and that it’s possible to live stylishly while still treading lightly.

A Few of Our Favorite Brews

From bold statement frames to soft, minimalist silhouettes, Ochis offers something for every face and every mood. Whether you're drawn to classic shapes with a modern twist or earthy tones that echo nature’s palette, each pair feels intentional — like it was made just for you.

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