Miga Studio

Architectural volumes forged from the duality of Italian artistry and Japanese precision.

The Story

Founded in 2014 by Alessandro Fedalto, Miga Studio emerged from the creative axis of Treviso and Hong Kong. The brand originated as a private endeavour, sculpting bespoke frames for an intimate circle of friends and family. This period established a foundation of individualised construction and meticulous gesturing that dictates their current industrial output.

The 2017 pivot to the international market and subsequent 2019 rebranding formalised "bespoke as a process." Miga Studio did not abandon its custom roots; it scaled them. By utilising advanced machinery to execute the quality of one-off commissions, the brand maintains the material integrity of its 11.5mm titanium monoblocks while achieving global consistency.

Architecture dictates the frame. Miga Studio treats the face as a site for structural experimentation, engineering objects that manipulate volume, space, and light. This focus prioritises the interplay of solid and void, moving away from flat decoration toward three-dimensional structural honesty. Every frame functions as a miniature structure, honouring the minimalist codes of Japanese design and the soul of Italian craftsmanship.

Technical rigour defines the manufacturing. Miga Studio carves titanium frames from solid 11.5mm monoblock plates using high-precision subtractive milling. This process preserves the molecular integrity of the alloy, eliminating the structural vulnerabilities inherent in standard welding. For its acetate collections, the brand utilises Takiron Japanese acetate, cured for 75 days in specialised chambers. This extended timeline extracts residual water, fundamentally altering the polymer’s density to create a lightweight, stabilised material.

By centralising production in its own Italian factory while sourcing raw materials from elite Japanese houses, the brand ensures absolute control over the finished object. Miga Studio rejects fleeting trends, focusing on wearable sculptures that demand recognition through the "arrogant detail"—the raw-cut, unpolished milling and deep faceting that expose the material's structural density.

Miga Studio x Hoet — 3D-printed titanium

Born at Silmo 2019, this collaboration fuses Alessandro Fedalto’s vision with the technical mastery of Hoet Design Studio. The capsule line marries Mazzucchelli HD acetate with 3D-printed titanium brow lines. Utilising Selective Laser Melting (SLM), a high-powered laser fuses fine titanium powder to create complex diagonal cutouts and geometric forms that traditional milling cannot achieve.

Materials & Craft

• Monoblock Japanese titanium plates (11.5mm thickness).
• Takiron Japanese acetate cured for 75 days.
• Solvent-free Italian dry-block acetate.
• Hard ceramic Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coatings.
• Interlocking titanium components with visible mechanical joints.
• Light-reactive Zeiss glass lenses.

Signature Style

The Miga Studio design language centres on volume and the "arrogant detail"—visible mechanical joints and brutalist interlocking elements that serve as high-impact structural signatures. The aesthetic relies on the interplay of solid and void, utilizing raw-cut milling to expose material density. These are frames built, not merely drawn, focusing on the functional beauty of interconnected parts.

The Titan collection leverages medical-grade Japanese titanium in robust monoblock profiles, while the Taisho line utilises high-density Takiron acetate. Key models pay direct tribute to the masters of modernist architecture, including the Frank (Wright), Zaha (Hadid), and Louis (Kahn) frames. These collections anchor the brand’s identity in structural honesty and industrial materiality.

The wearer values structural honesty over flat decoration. They seek beauty in the precision of the object itself, viewing eyewear as a statement of identity rather than a temporary trend. These frames serve as wearable sculptures for those who appreciate the silence of precision and the strength of unpolished industrial form.

Frequently Asked

How much do Miga Studio frames cost?

Pricing on request — contact The Oculus for a quote.

What is the lead time for a pair of Miga Studio glasses?

Typically 2–3 weeks from prescription to collection, depending on the lenses you choose.

Where are the frames made?

Inception in Hong Kong/Italy, production in Japan and the brand's own Italian factory.

What is the benefit of the "Locked" mechanism?

Brutalist interlocking Japanese titanium elements that enhance structural integrity.

What is the difference between the acetates?

Takiron is water-depleted for 75 days for lightness; dry-block is solvent-free for colour depth.

How do these bold profiles fit?

While profiles are bold, materials like high-density acetate and lightweight titanium ensure they stay comfortable on the face.

What sun lenses are available?

They utilise Zeiss optics, including adaptive lenses that adjust tint based on light conditions.

Does The Oculus handle repairs?

The Oculus provides full adjustment and maintenance for all Miga Studio frames.

What is the Miga Studio x Hoet collection?

It’s a capsule collection fusing 3D-printed titanium with Italian acetate.

Why does The Oculus stock Miga Studio?

Miga Studio treats eyewear as a structural site, balancing the precision of Japanese metallurgy with the soul of Italian design.

Related at The Oculus

• Hoet Couture — The logical partner for those interested in the 3D-printed titanium technology seen in the Miga Studio collab.
• Mykita — For the wearer who appreciates engineering-led design and screwless or mechanical structural details.
• Theo — For those drawn to bold, non-conventional shapes and architectural playfulness.