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1686 Partners invests in luxury eyewear brand, Ahlem

The private equity firm has taken an undisclosed minority stake in the business. Ahlem was launched ten years ago, while 1686 Partners was set up by David Wertheimer in 2023 and focusses on high-end lifestyle labels.

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