Bali is known for its laid-back lifestyle, beautiful coastlines and effortless approach to style. Whether you're spending your days by the beach, exploring the island or enjoying a coffee in Canggu, a good pair of sunglasses is an everyday essential.
If you're looking for a sunglasses shop in Bali, we'd love to introduce you to The Looking Forward, an independent, Balinese-owned sunglasses brand with a showroom in Umalas.
A Bali-Born Sunglasses Brand
Founded in Bali in 2017, The Looking Forward is an independent sunglasses brand built around contemporary design, timeless silhouettes and everyday wearability.
As a Balinese-owned brand, our roots are firmly connected to the island. What started as a small independent business has grown into a sunglasses collection available online worldwide and through selected retail partners across Bali.
Our approach is simple: create sunglasses that feel effortless to wear, easy to style and relevant beyond a single season.
Visit Our Sunglasses Shop in Umalas, Bali
Looking for somewhere to shop sunglasses in Bali? Visit The Looking Forward showroom in Umalas.
Our showroom is a space where you can explore the collection in person, browse different shapes and colours, and try on your favourite frames before making a decision.
Whether you're looking for classic everyday sunglasses, slim contemporary frames or something a little more distinctive, you'll find a selection of styles to explore.
Located in Umalas, our showroom is convenient for visitors staying around Umalas, Kerobokan and nearby Canggu.
The Looking Forward Showroom
Location: Umalas, Bali, Indonesia
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Bali time)
We welcome walk-in visitors during our opening hours.
Find Your Everyday Sunglasses
Finding the right sunglasses is about more than just following trends. The shape, proportions and overall feel of a frame can make all the difference.
At The Looking Forward, our collection brings together contemporary eyewear styles designed to complement different personal styles.
Explore a range of silhouettes, including:
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Oval sunglasses for a softer, understated look.
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Rectangle sunglasses for a clean, modern shape.
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Cat-eye sunglasses for a more distinctive silhouette.
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Aviator sunglasses for a timeless everyday style.
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Slim frames for a contemporary, minimal look.
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Oversized sunglasses – Bold proportions and larger frames that make an effortless statement
- Wraparound sunglasses – Sport-inspired silhouettes bringing a contemporary edge to everyday outfits.
All our sunglasses feature UV400 lenses, providing protection against UVA and UVB rays.
Visit our Umalas showroom to try on different styles and discover which frames feel right for you.
More Ways to Shop The Looking Forward in Bali
Our Umalas showroom isn't the only place to discover The Looking Forward.
You can also shop our collection through our online store, with worldwide shipping available. For those exploring the island, selected styles are available through our retail partners across Bali.
Whether you're visiting our showroom, shopping online or discovering us through one of our stockists, we're happy to be part of your everyday eyewear collection.
Discover The Looking Forward
From our beginnings in Bali in 2017 to our growing community of customers around the world, The Looking Forward continues to celebrate contemporary eyewear and effortless everyday style.
If you're looking for a sunglasses shop in Bali, we'd love to welcome you to our Umalas showroom.
Come by, explore the collection and find your next favourite pair.
Explore the collection online at thelookingforward.com or find us on Instagram at @thelookingforward.
