Introducing Bohten’s Newest Icon Series Styles: Kuya & Jasiri
Two frames. Two stories. One moment to step into who you are.
Bohten has always celebrated eyewear with frames that carry stories, heritage, and intention in every line. Today, our Icon Series collection expands with two new statement silhouettes: Kuya and Jasiri. Each style is available as prescription glasses and sunglasses, and each carries a story about seeing the world — and yourself — with new eyes.
Kuya: The View From Higher Ground
In the plateau region of the Republic of the Congo, the word “Kuya” means plateau — a place where the land rises up, where perspective widens, where you can finally see the road ahead.
That’s the spirit behind the Kuya frame. It embodies that elevation. With its clean flat-top d-frame and soft angled edges, Kuya strikes the perfect balance between strength and subtlety.
The silhouette defines the face without overpowering it — a confident shape for those who move with intention and see beyond the obvious.
Perfect For:
- Professionals wanting a sharp, structured look
- Trendsetters who gravitate toward bold architectural frames
- Anyone who wants eyewear that feels modern, grounded, and powerful
Available in prescription and sun options, Kuya is a frame for those ready to stand tall and see the path ahead clearly.
Jasiri: For the Courage You’ve Grown Into
The Swahili word “Jasiri” means courage, and this frame lives up to its name.
True courage isn’t loud — it’s steady. The Jasiri frame carries that energy through its bold geometric profile and distinctive thick bevel-cut acetate. The result is a strong, sculptural silhouette that creates instant presence.
Not flashy. Not trying. Just… certain.
Perfect For:
- Style leaders who love strong, angular frames
- Creatives and professionals with expressive personal style
- Anyone wanting eyewear that feels grounded, confident, and unmistakable
Whether you choose Jasiri in optical or sun, the frame becomes a wearable affirmation of self-assurance.
Crafted for the Face. Rooted in Culture. Made to Fit You.
Both styles carry the signature Bôhten touch:
- Bold acetate that holds its shape and presence
- Sculpted angles softened for everyday comfort
- Designs intentionally made to fit and flatter people of color, honoring the contours of real faces
- Available in prescription and sunglasses, because clarity shouldn’t stop at one version of you
Every detail is purposeful — just like the stories behind them.
Explore the Icon Series
The release of Kuya and Jasiri marks another chapter in Bohten’s mission to blend contemporary design, cultural storytelling, and eyewear engineered for people of color. These frames carry heritage, shape identity, and create space for you to show up boldly in your own story.
Whether you’re stepping into a season of clarity or courage — or both — these new frames were made for you.
Shop the new Kuya and Jasiri styles now at Bohten.com.