I first met Erick Ison, the designer and founder behind the brand, at a Miami Made networking event. The moment I saw his collection — bold, thoughtful, and made right here in Miami — I knew these weren’t just sunglasses. They were statements. I told him on the spot, “I have to photograph these on my next trip.” Not just because I needed a new pair, but because I knew his made-in-Miami designs deserved a global moment.

So when I headed to Puerto Rico, I brought two ISON pairs with me: one in Tiger Vibe, the other in Blue & Black. Not pictured: a cobalt one-piece from Pitusa that perfectly matched the blue lenses. These sunglasses changed the look completely — instantly leveling up even the simplest outfit.

These aren’t your $12 Amazon “vintage” sunglasses that break in a week. ISON shades start at just $50, offering bold style and quality without the luxury markup. They're affordable, accessible, and honestly, addictive.

Here’s the thing: when a brand just feels right, you follow your intuition. That’s what I did. I sent Erick my Puerto Rico moodboard via Pinterest stickers, and he responded with a full vision board and two perfect options. That’s not just customer service — that’s artistic alignment.

The whole trip was serendipity. I was staying at Dreamers Welcome in San Juan, in the Visionary Suite at DUNA Apartments — yes, it’s real. As the founder of Locals World, a community for creatives and travelers, and someone who literally has "visionary" in their LinkedIn bio, the whole experience was full-circle magic.

ISON Sunglasses are more than accessories — they’re made for visionaries. For creatives, wanderers, and world-shapers. They help you see the world clearly and show up in it boldly.

This Locals Closet x ISON partnership is one of those meant-to-be moments.
And now, you can be part of it too.

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📸 All photos shot by Say Less Photography Agency, a Miami-based photographer now taking bookings.

✨ Step into your light.
✨ Wear your vision.
✨ Be the visionary.