Ray-Ban
Evolve Aviator Sunglasses
These Ray-Ban Evolve aviator sunglasses feature a thin metal frame in a black or gunmetal finish with teardrop-shaped green gradient photochromic lenses that adapt to changing light conditions. They offer level 2 UV protection and are suitable for cloudy or partly sunny days, with adjustable nose pads and metal temples ending in black plastic tips. Key specifications include an eye width of 58 mm, bridge of 14 mm, temple length of 130 mm, and model number RB3025-58; the frames are made in Italy.
- Color
- Black
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, retro, minimalist
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic aviator sunglasses with a retro all-black design and photochromic lenses that adapt to changing light conditions.
Photochromic lenses, level 2 UV protection, thin retro frame
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Metal, plastic
- Style
- classic, retro, minimalist
- Occasion
- casual, travel, vacation
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- aviator shape
- thin retro frame
- all black design
- photochromic lenses
- level 2 UV protection
- made in Italy
- model RB3025-58
- eye width: 58 mm
- bridge: 14 mm
- temple: 130 mm
Product Insights
Ray-Ban Evolve Aviator sunglasses carry forward the brand's anti-glare heritage with photochromic lenses derived from the 1970s Ambermatic design, darkening in 30 seconds under UV and clearing within minutes, while maintaining full UV400 protection and anti-reflective coating. The Category 2 tint adapts to cloudy weather and stays safe for driving, though the lenses are non-polarized and remain semi-transparent even at maximum darkness, revealing the eyes. Designed for all-day comfort with adjustable silicone nose pads and a flexible Monel frame reinforced by a 7-barrel hinge, the frame can bend under excessive force, and the lightening transition is noticeably slower than darkening.
Verified claims
- Lens engineering
- Teardrop lens engineered to cover eye movement, blocking peripheral glare.
- Brand name
- Ray-Ban means ban the rays, reflecting its anti-glare mission.
- Heritage
- Direct descendant of Ray-Ban's 1970s Ambermatic lens, preserving its see-through design.
- Lens tint
- Switched from the original yellow tint to a clear-to-grey transition.
- Darkening speed
- Darkens in about 30 seconds in strong sunshine.
- UV protection
- Includes full UV400 protection and anti-reflective coating.
- Lightening speed
- Takes a few minutes to clear when moving indoors, noticeably slower than darkening.
- Cloudy activation
- Darkens on cloudy days because UV light triggers the photochromic reaction.
- See-through design
- Lenses keep the wearer's eyes visible even when fully darkened.
- One-pair convenience
- Serves as both clear and sun glasses with full UV protection at all tint levels.
- Transition speed
- Darkens in 30 seconds in sunlight, lightens in a few minutes.
- Weather coverage
- Activates under UV in cloudy weather and stays Category 2 for driving.
- Comfort & durability
- Silicone nose pads and flexible Monel frame provide all-day comfort.
- Driving suitability
- Category 2 VLT tint (18–43%) darkens in 30s, stays in safe range through sun/cloud.
- Polarization
- Non-polarized, yet Category 2 tint reduces glare without LCD blackout.
- Frame durability
- 7-barrel hinge and Monel alloy give controlled flex and corrosion resistance, but frame can bend under excessive force.
- Nose fit
- Adjustable silicone nose pads fit narrow and wide face shapes.
- Anti-reflective coating
- Full front-side anti-reflective coating reduces glare and eye strain.
- Cloud performance
- Darkens in cloudy weather via UV, maintaining a Category 2 tint for overcast conditions.
- Darkness
- Darkens to near-classic B15/G15 darkness in strong sunlight.
- Adaptation
- Darkens in 30 seconds under UV and clears within minutes indoors.
- Transparency
- Lenses remain semi-transparent at maximum tint, revealing the eyes.
Product record
- Title
- Evolve Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Ray-Ban
- Price
- 217 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing aviator sunglasses with teardrop lenses, thin metal double bridge and visible nose pads; Ray-Ban script logo printed on the upper left lens.
- Overall shapeClassic aviator teardrop lenses with a thin metal rim and a straight top bar (double-bridge) connecting the two lenses.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.48 (high) - Lens finishGreen gradient tinted lenses that are darker near the top and fade slightly lighter toward the bottom.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.40 (high) - Frame material and colorThin metal frame and temples in a dark gunmetal or black metallic finish visible along the rim, top bar and temple stems.
3 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.36 · w 0.04 · h 0.36 (medium); x 0.91 · y 0.36 · w 0.04 · h 0.36 (medium) - Nose padsTwo clear adjustable nose pads attached to the bridge with visible metal pad arms.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.40 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Temple tipsTemple tips visible behind the lenses with darker (black) end pieces extending back from the hinge area.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.15 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.67 · y 0.44 · w 0.15 · h 0.22 (medium) - Printed logo“Ray-Ban script logo printed in white on the upper left area of the left lens.”
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.33 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Small etched mark“Small etched mark appears on the right lens near the outer edge; characters are small and partially obscured.”Partial
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Centered front-on product shot on a white background with a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; high-key studio lighting and tight cropping.
- Shot compositionSunglasses centered in frame, photographed head-on showing the front of both lenses and the bridge symmetrically.
- Background and shadowPlain white background with a soft gray drop shadow directly beneath the lenses indicating overhead lighting.
- Lighting qualityEven studio lighting with subtle highlights on the metal frame and mild reflection on the lens surfaces.
Colors
green gradient· lensesdark gunmetal· metal frame and top bar#454C3Dblack· temple tipsclear/transparent· nose pads#020101- Overall shapeClassic aviator teardrop lenses with a thin metal rim and a straight top bar (double-bridge) connecting the two lenses.
- 02
Product
A pair of aviator-style sunglasses shown at a three-quarter angle with visible teardrop lenses, thin metal double bridge, adjustable clear nose pads, and slim metal temples ending in black plastic temple tips.
- Lens shapeLarge teardrop/aviator-shaped single-piece left and right lenses with a continuous rim outline.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.44 · w 0.45 · h 0.37 (high) - Lens color/finishGreen-tinted lenses with a smooth reflective finish and subtle darker gradient toward the top.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.44 · w 0.45 · h 0.37 (high) - Frame material and finishThin metal frame and temples with a dark gunmetal or black finish; double top bar (brow bar) connecting the lenses is visible.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.38 · w 0.73 · h 0.25 (high) - Nose padsClear adjustable silicone nose pads mounted on small metal pad arms.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Temples and temple tipsVery slim metal temples extending to molded black plastic temple tips with a slightly flared, rounded end.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.38 · w 0.53 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.26 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high) - Left-lens printed logo“Ray-Ban script logo printed in white near the upper-left corner of the left lens.”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Hinge detailSmall rounded metal hinge connecting rim to temple with a visible hinge pin.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft shadowing beneath and to the right of the sunglasses; three-quarter front-right perspective with even diffuse lighting.
- Shot compositionSunglasses placed diagonally across the image with the left lens closer to the camera and temples extending toward the top-right and top-left edges.
- Background and surfaceUniform white background and flat white surface producing a soft shadow under and to the right of the frame.
- Shadow and reflectionSoft diffuse shadow visible beneath lenses and temples; faint reflection of temple visible on lens surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.73 · w 0.60 · h 0.15 (high)
Colors
green tint· lensesdark gunmetal· metal frame and temples#131212matte black· temple tips#010101clear· nose padswhite· lens printed logo#D3D3D3- Lens shapeLarge teardrop/aviator-shaped single-piece left and right lenses with a continuous rim outline.