KAWS partnered with Sons + Daughters to create a limited-edition kids’ eyewear line that blends his signature XX motif, Companion-hand hinge details, and premium materials in fun colourways.

Background:

The collaboration brings KAWS’s playful aesthetic into the realm of children’s eyewear. Inspired by his role as a father, KAWS translated his iconic visual language - especially the COMPANION character’s gloved hands and “XX” eye motif - onto durable acetate frames with UV-protective lenses.

Sons + Daughters, a brand known for high-quality kids glasses, provided the functional foundation. Together they released three colourways (matte grey, matte pink, matte black) with bespoke packaging and limited availability.

Why It Matters:

This collaboration stands out because it merges fine-design eyewear with street-art sensibility and kid-friendly functionality. It shows how KAWS’s work can move beyond toys and apparel into everyday objects—without diluting his artistic voice. For Sons + Daughters it became a high-profile moment that elevated children’s eyewear into the collectible space.