COCO LENI Information

Like any story, ours starts ‘once upon a time’. It all began in Germany… Annaberg-Buchholz, to be precise, in what was once East Germany. In 1946, a workshop was established, crafting eyewear by hand using durable materials and traditional techniques. In those days, East German goods weren't necessarily considered fashionable, but they were made to last. In 1981, a young eyewear craftsman and optometrist named Matthias Haase joined this workshop. Matthias believed in creating beautifully handcrafted eyewear using the finest materials, preserving a tradition of craftsmanship in a country where times were often difficult. Years later, Arjun and Aditi, driven by their shared love for design, craftsmanship, and things made with purpose, crossed paths with Matthias in Germany. What began as a meeting became an enduring friendship and mentorship. They found in Matthias a philosophy that deeply resonated with their own — that true luxury lies not in a label, but in the hands that make something, the care taken in every detail, and the belief that beautiful things should be built to last. **Inspired by Matthias and the generations of craftsmanship he represented, Arjun and Aditi decided to create something of their own.** And so, COCO LENI was born. They brought this inspiration home to Goa, where they founded their own atelier, combining traditional German eyewear-making techniques with Indian artistry, materials, and a fresh perspective on design. Today, every pair of COCO LENI glasses carries that philosophy forward — thoughtfully designed, meticulously handcrafted, and made to last. Our story may have found its inspiration in a small workshop in Germany, but COCO LENI was born in Goa, from Arjun and Aditi's shared vision of creating eyewear with soul. And like every good story, ours is still being written.