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What are your frames made out of?Updated 18 days ago

Acetate Frames
Our acetate frames, crafted from cellulose acetate, offer a durable, plant-based choice that combines style and sustainability. Known for its flexibility and smooth texture, acetate provides a high-quality finish and an array of rich colors and patterns. These frames feature CR-39 lenses, available in polarized, photochromic, and fashion tints for clarity and visual comfort in any setting.

Metal Frames
Our metal frames, made from stainless steel or titanium, are designed for strength and versatility. Titanium provides lightweight durability, while stainless steel offers robust reliability. Paired with nylon lenses in both polarized and non-polarized options, these frames deliver a clear, glare-free experience for everyday wear.

Below is an easy-to-understand breakdown of the lenses we offer:

Lens Types & Materials

CR-39 Lenses: These lenses, featured in our acetate frames, are known for:

  • Optical Clarity: Crisp, clear vision for daily wear.
  • Durability: Scratch-resistant and built to last.
  • Color Richness: Available in vibrant colors for added style.
    All CR-39 lenses include an anti-reflective coating to reduce glare.

Nylon Lenses: Our metal frames come with nylon lenses, which are:

  • Lightweight and Thin: Comfortable to wear all day.
  • Strong: Impact-resistant for added durability.
    Nylon lenses also feature an anti-reflective coating, except on sunglass clips, to prevent extra glare due to the anti-reflective coating that prescription lenses have in the front of the lens.

Lens Options

  • Polarized Lenses
    Reduce glare from reflective surfaces like water, snow, or roads, providing clearer vision and greater comfort in bright environments.

  • Photochromic Lenses
    Also known as light-sensitive lenses, these darken in response to UV light, offering seamless protection as you move from indoors to outdoors. These are also great to use as a fashion tint for an elevated look.

  • Fashion Tint Lenses
    Lightly tinted lenses that brighten up cloudy days or add a subtle touch of style are ideal for both functional use and fashion, day or night.

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