Etnia Barcelona is a vibrant, independent eyewear brand born in Barcelona in 2001
Rooted in a legacy of craftsmanship that stretches back through three generations of eyewear makers. The brand is celebrated for its bold use of colour, creative design and cultural spirit — blending Mediterranean energy with artistic influences to craft frames that stand out as expressive accessories, not just functional eyewear.
Champions of individuality
Etnia Barcelona challenges everyone to express themselves fearlessly. We are colour, art and culture.
Etnia Barcelona designs and produces sunglasses and optical glasses with high-quality materials like natural Mazzuchelli acetate and mineral glass lenses. Its collections often reflect art, fashion and lifestyle themes, and the company’s ethos champions individuality and creativity.
The brand’s expressive eyewear has also caught the attention of numerous celebrities. Big names such as Brad Pitt, Naomi Watts, Cate Blanchett, Margot Robbie and Kate Mara have been spotted wearing Etnia Barcelona sunglasses on and off the red carpet, reflecting both their style credentials and broad appeal among Hollywood stars.
Colour and culture
In essence, Etnia Barcelona combines tradition, colour and culture in eyewear that lets you see and be seen, with character.
Each collection is created from the very beginning. And unlike many other brands, Etnia own their own factories, manufacturing only their products which allows them to control the entire manufacturing process which guarantees the highest quality of all their products.
In short, Etnia Barcelona’s use of high-quality materials combined with its artistic vision has helped it stand out in the eyewear world — and win admirers from creative individuals to A-list celebrities.
Variety of Shapes
Etnia Barcelona blends artistic flair with thoughtful material choices to create eyewear that’s as comfortable and durable as it is stylish. At the heart of the brand’s design philosophy are frames crafted from premium natural materials — most notably Mazzucchelli acetate, a plant-derived cellulose acetate made from cotton and wood that offers excellent comfort, flexibility and a rich palette of colours and patterns.
Below is a small selection of Etnia frames, please contact us for stock availability as this changes regularly.
MATTEO
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
GARY
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
SABOYA
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
GAIA
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
WINTOUR
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
RAFEL
At Etnia Barcelona, we have a commitment to sustainability. That’s why we offer a lasting product and of natural origins: acetate that comes from cotton and wood
