In essence, HauteLife World is more than a brand; it is a global celebration of culture and personal expression, seen through the lens of stylish eyewear. Each collection tells a story, each design is a tribute, and every event builds a global community of like-minded individuals embracing the art of living grandest.
Photography Lei Phillips @leiphillips
Editor In Chief & Words Angel Neal @angel_stylistbehavior
Creative Director & Stylist Ariella Tautua @ariellafaith
Make-Up Davina Yang @glammedbydavina
Model Brandon Delsid @brandondelsid
Eyewear Designer HauteLife World @hautelifeworld
Glasses on Cover The Ubud Eyewear, Bali Collection
Wardrobe Jose Ventura @joseventuravbcg
Latoya McLeary’s HauteLife World Eyewear is more than a fashion statement; it’s a celebration of global culture and personal inspiration. Born from McLeary's passions for travel, fashion, and eyewear, HauteLife World combines these elements into a brand that embodies her vision of eyewear as “fashion armor.”
McLeary’s journey with HauteLife World began with her love for travel and exploration.
“Travel inspired my brand’s creation because I felt the most inspired when I’m in different countries seeing different things,” she explains.
This sense of adventure and discovery is evident in each of her collections, which are deeply influenced by the unique qualities of the cities and countries she visits.
For instance, the Yaadie collection draws from McLeary’s Jamaican heritage. “The Yaadie collection was inspired by Jamaica, my home away from home. I was born in Jamaica,” she shares. This collection reflects the vibrant street style of Kingston, where McLeary’s memories of local fashion are captured in bold shapes and colors.
Similarly, the Valencia collection reflects the beauty of its Spanish namesake. “The colors of the eyewear depict the designs of the buildings and the beautiful shapes seen around Valencia,” McLeary notes. Each piece is a tribute to the aesthetic of the cities that inspire her, translating their essence into wearable art.
McLeary’s design process is intensely personal. “Each design is not only about the places I have visited but how I felt when I was there and how inspired I was to pull from everything around me at the time,” she reveals. This deep connection to her experiences is evident in collections like the Kingston eyewear, which pays homage to the small-frame sunglasses popularized by Jamaican DJs in the 1990s.
Drawing from her own experiences, McLeary offers valuable advice to aspiring designers. “The best advice I can give is to truly believe in what you are doing,” she says. “On the days that are hard and nothing is going right, that is when you fall on your strength and believe in your abilities to rise above everything.” She emphasizes the importance of self-belief and staying true to one’s vision, even in the face of adversity.
Looking ahead, McLeary envisions HauteLife World evolving into a major lifestyle brand. “We want to expand as far as we can go—new products, events through technology, fashion, and lifestyle,” she says. The brand's global presence is further solidified through events like The Haute Tour, which features pop-ups in cities such as New York, LA, Hawaii, and Aruba. The New York Edition was a significant success, and the upcoming LA event promises exciting collaborations with local creatives.
For McLeary, living grandest means living life to the fullest. “HauteLife World always strives to inspire and build,” she explains. The brand’s events not only showcase fashion but also contribute to the local communities by collaborating with local talents and creating opportunities.
To keep up with all things Latoya and HauteLife World Eyewear, follow her @hautelifeworld.
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