Sunglasses
It is very important to protect our eyes from the sun. Most of us wear suntan lotion to protect our skin from sunburn. Without adequate eye protection, exposure to bright sunlight can damage our eyes. We need to be careful about protecting our eyes with the right kind of sunglasses.
We stock a variety of leading brands of designer sunglasses that provide you with full Ultra Violet (UV) light protection including Maui Jim, CK, Nautica and Michael Kors. We are always looking to stock additional designer sunglasses requested by our customers. Please call us if you require a specific brand as we may be able to specially order other quality brands for you.
Polarised sunglasses
Polarised sunglass lenses have a special filter within the lens that reduces glare much better than conventional sunglasses.
The glare blocking feature is particularly beneficial for activities such as water sports, skiing, golfing and cycling. They are also recommended for day driving to eliminate glare from sunlight.
Our range of Maui Jim® sunglasses use the latest patented PolarizedPlus® technology. They are available in prescription lenses, for more detailed information please see our Maui Jim page.
Maui Jim
Maui Jim® Sunglasses are the finest polarised sunglasses in the world. As you will discover Maui Jim successfully combines PolarizedPlus® lens technology with quality and fashion to deliver the highest performing, best-looking sunglasses available today.
They are not just polarised, but PolarizedPlus incorporating a polarising film, bi-gradient mirror and anti-reflective treatment, all the elements necessary to eliminate glare.
Maui Jim Sunglasses are available in five distinct collections offering an assortment of fashionable frames, suitable for every type of recreational activity.
In addition to the Maui Jim Classic, they offer Flexon® memory metal frames, Maui Jim Sport with impact-resistance polycarbonate lenses, Maui Jim Titanium Sport for the ultimate lightweight protection and the new Titanium Sport ST with super thin lenses and pure titanium frames.
They are available in single vision prescription lens if required. There are three lens options: – Neutral Grey, HCL® Bronze and Maui Rose® are excellent for everyday wear, offering total glare protection in all light conditions. Neutral Grey for bright sunlight and the highest available glare reduction; HCL (high-contrast lens) Bronze for glare reduction and added contrast on hazy, overcast, or foggy days; and Maui Rose for the sharpest contrast and image resolution.
For more information and to see the ranges of frames available please click on the Maui Jim logo.
Frequently Asked Questions
- If I don’t mind the sun in my eyes, do I still need to wear sunglasses?
- Can certain medical problems increase my risk for damage from UV rays?
- What are my options to prevent damage to my eyes?
- What are the different kinds of lenses available?
- What’s the difference between the lens colours?
- Do I still need those "UV Protective" sunglasses if my lenses are really dark?
- Children don't need sunglasses, do they?
- I wear glasses. What options are available to me?
If I don’t mind the sun in my eyes, do I still need to wear sunglasses?
Yes. The sun has damaging UV rays that can cause photokeratitis, pingueculae and can permanently damage your eyes.
Can certain medical problems increase my risk for damage from UV rays?
Yes. People with cataracts (or who've had cataract surgery) and macular degeneration should be more careful. Read more about this in our Glossary of common eye conditions.
What are my options to prevent damage to my eyes?
You must wear sunglasses to prevent damage to your eyes. Look for sunglasses that protect you from 100% of UV light. You also may want to consider wrap-around sunglasses to prevent harmful UV rays from entering around the frame.
What are the different kinds of lenses available?
There are many different lenses available. We have summarised the different types below:-
Polarized lenses with anti-reflective coating cut reflected glare. These are premium lenses with many benefits. Please see our Maui Jim’s page for more information.
Mirror-coated lenses limit the amount of light entering your eyes, so you're more comfortable.
Graduated lenses are tinted from the top down, so that the top of the lens is darker than the bottom part of it; they're good for driving.
Photochromic lenses adjust their level of darkness based on the amount of UV light they're exposed to. Please see our Lenses page for more information.
What’s the difference between the lens colours?
Colour is a personal choice and does not affect how well the lenses protect your eyes from UV light. Gray and brown are popular because they distort colours the least. Athletes may choose other tints for their colour-enhancing properties.
Do I still need those "UV Protective" sunglasses if my lenses are really dark?
Yes. The degree of darkness has no effect on UV rays. For adequate protection, you need to buy sunglasses that indicate they block 100% of the sun's UV rays.
Children don't need sunglasses, do they?
Children are at particular risk because they are in the sun much more than adults and their eyes are more sensitive as well. UV damage is cumulative over a person's lifetime, which means you should begin protecting your child's eyes as soon as possible.
Most parents would not allow their children to go outside without shoes, yet many seem unaware of the need to protect their children's eyes.
I wear glasses. What options are available to me?
You can buy prescription sunglasses or glasses with photochromic lenses.
We stock Leader rimless SunClips which combine style with advanced lens technology. The rimless design eliminates the “male-look” top bar found on ordinary clip-on’s. No other clip-on provides more features with a back surfaced antireflective coating on a polarised polycarbonate lenses. Having clip-on’s will complement Transitions Lenses which are not 100% effective in a car. We recommend that you buy multiply sun clips so you can keep one in the car and at the office etc. Clip-ons are a less expensive option and can be bought at the same time as your regular eyeglasses to perfectly match the frames.
Magnetic attachments may also be available.