Ray-Ban
Evolve Aviator Sunglasses
These aviator sunglasses feature a thin gunmetal metal frame, teardrop-shaped green gradient lenses, and photochromic lens technology that adapts to changing light conditions. With a level 2 UV protection rating, they are suitable for cloudy or partly sunny days. Key specifications include model RB3025-58, eye width 58 mm, bridge 14 mm, temple length 130 mm, and made in Italy.
- Color
- Black
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, retro, minimalist
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
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, the brand's original photochromic.
- Lens tint
- Lenses transition from clear to grey as light conditions change.
- 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.
- 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; the Category 2 tint still reduces glare for comfortable daytime wear.
- 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.
- Darkness
- Lenses remain in Ray-Ban's 'Light' color level, reaching a relatively light tint rather than very dark.
- Photochromic lenses
- The lenses are photochromic and transition from clear to grey as light conditions change.
- Frame style
- The aviator has a thin retro metal frame built for daily wear.
- Lens height
- Lens height is 47.5 mm.
Product record
- Title
- Evolve Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Ray-Ban
- Price
- 217 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
Everyday eye protection from UV rays
Wear these Ray-Ban Evolve aviators for daily time outdoors when you want your eyes shielded from the sun. Ray-Ban describes the lenses as filtering 100% of UV rays, and the Evolve Collection is described as offering 99-100% eye protection. The retailer lists this pair with a Level 2 UV protection rating.[1,2,3]
Everyday wear in changing or cloudy light
These Evolve aviators have photochromic lenses that adapt to the light, and the retailer describes them as perfect for cloudy or partly sunny days. They carry a Level 2 UV protection rating, making them an option for days when conditions shift between sun and cloud.[3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Evolve Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a classic aviator with photochromic lenses that adapt to changing light — the retailer describes the Level 2 UV protection as best suited to cloudy or partly sunny days. It pairs large teardrop lenses with a green gradient tint and a thin metal double-bridge frame in an all-black look, with adjustable clear nose pads. It comes in one size (58 millimetre eye width, 14 millimetre bridge, 130 millimetre temples), so it works best if those dimensions suit your face.[3,4,5] | Clubmaster Classic Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a 1950s-inspired retro look: a glossy black browline above thin gold metal lower rims, green gradient lenses, and Level 3 UV protection described as perfect for sunny days. It is a one-size pair in black, made in Italy from plastic and metal, with dimensions of 49 millimetre eye width, 21 millimetre bridge, and 140 millimetre temples, plus clear adjustable nose pads for fit.[6,7,8] | Wayfarer Sunglasses: Choose this if you want the original iconic Wayfarer (model RB 2140), described as a timeless classic since 1952 — it offers a glossy black or brown acetate frame, green-tinted lenses with 100% UV protection, and a light, comfortable feel. Choose it for long-term everyday wear if you value its hand-made-in-Italy acetate construction, which one long-time owner expects to last years without breaking easily. It comes in one size with a 54 millimeter eye width, 18 millimeter bridge, and 150 millimeter temples, so confirm that fit works for your face.[9,10,11] |
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.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Ray-Ban
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