Have you ever felt the need to do something more meaningful—for yourself and for society? To embrace a cause and make it a central part of your life?
Why not believe in the potential of Maranhão’s Indigenous culture and create a product inspired by the roots of our people? And why not develop something useful, beautiful, durable, well-designed, and affordable?
It was from these reflections that CATTU was born (we pronounce it Katú), a truly Brazilian company that believes quality, design-forward eyewear should be accessible to everyone. We were born from the rich culture of our home state, Maranhão, and we believe that when tradition meets technology, the possibilities are endless. In fact, Maranhão is one of the Brazilian states with the highest density of original Indigenous peoples, filled with ancestry and millennia-old culture.
CATTU is a project created by a group with over 30 years of experience in the optical and visual care industry. We are based in Barra do Corda, a town in the interior of Maranhão, surrounded by the Tentehar (Guajajara) and Canela Indigenous peoples. Our name comes from k’atu, which means beautiful and essential.
Each pair of glasses is handcrafted by our team to reflect a millenary cultural identity—blending fashion trends with meaningful design and care for the environment.
Speaking of which, our eyewear is designed, tested, and produced by a highly skilled team. The production involves 52 steps, most of them done by hand. The frames are made of cellulose fiber, an organic and highly resistant material. The resin lenses offer UV protection that meets international standards and come with anti-scratch technology. Some of our collections feature collabs with Zeiss, the world’s leading manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses.
Everything is carefully thought out so that you receive a product that is comfortable, beautiful, and original. CATTU is not just a business—it’s a living tool for social development. Each pair of glasses carries the perspective of our people and the colors of our culture.
CATTU is MARANHÃO. CATTU is PURELY BRAZILIAN.