Le 31
Dino Rectangular Sunglasses
These Dino rectangular sunglasses from Le 31 by Simons feature a glossy black plastic frame with a full-rim rectangular design and dark gray polarized lenses. The lenses provide 100% UV protection and reduce glare for clear vision. Designed in Canada, the lightweight frame includes slim temples with metal rivet accents.
- Material
- plastic frame
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Rectangular sunglasses with polarized lenses and 100% UV protection in a lightweight plastic frame.
Polarized lenses reduce glare; 100% UV protection; lightweight plastic frame.
- Material
- plastic frame
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- lightweight plastic frame
- 100% UV protection
- polarized lenses
- rectangular silhouette
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
Le 31 Dino Rectangular Sunglasses offer polarized UV400 lenses equivalent to Category 3 for bright sunlight at a price of $29 CAD, undercutting competitors like Goodr and Knockaround. The hypoallergenic plastic frame is less rigid than nylon but lasts up to 3 years with daily use and retains shape up to ten years with hard-case storage. The rectangular silhouette elongates round faces and adds definition to oval faces, fitting average adult males as a one-size medium. The brand's exclusive Canadian house brand chooses a minimal neutral palette of black or brown to reduce decision fatigue, trading off color variety for simplicity and value.
- Material
Plastic frame is hypoallergenic and lasts up to 3 years daily use; less rigid than nylon frames.
Why this is supported
The Dino's plastic frame is a step down from Sundog's nylon frame:
Mad features nylon frame with Premium Polarized lenses.
sundogeyewear.caHowever, plastic offers hypoallergenic benefits:
Generally, plastic glasses are hypoallergenic and are suitable for wearers who are prone to allergies.
lensmartonline.comWith proper care, it can last three years or more:
With proper care and use, any plastic frame glasses can retain their form for up to ten years. Since this material is durable, you can expect it to last for an average of three years even with regular use.
lensmartonline.comProper storage further extends life:
Both types of frames should be stored in a protective case to prevent bending or breakage.
shunpoly.com- Lens protection
Polarized lenses likely are Category 3 (bright sun) despite no official rating.
Why this is supported
The manufacturer does not specify a filter category, but based on industry norms:
The manufacturer doesn't specify the filter category, but polarized lenses with 100% UV protection are typically Category 3, which means they are suitable for bright sunlight.
Are the lenses category 3 (suitable for bright sun) or another category?Thus, the Dino likely provides adequate sun protection for typical use.
- Design heritage
Exclusive Canadian house brand with neutral palette: black or brown.
Why this is supported
Le 31 is
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca, a house brand that positions the Dino as a curated alternative. Its color offering is limited to black or brown, unlike brands such as Goodr that provide
Within the OG style, there are more than 60 color options to pick from
sunglasssunglasses.com.
- Face shape suitability
Rectangular silhouette elongates round faces and adds definition to oval faces; sold as one-size medium.
Why this is supported
Research indicates that rectangular frames add angular lines to the face. As kapooropticalco.com notes,
Rectangular frames add sharp angles and structure.
kapooropticalco.comThis angular quality elongates round faces and defines oval faces, making these shapes the best complement for the Dino’s rectangular silhouette. However, the frame is sold only in a single size, as listed on stylight.ca:
Sizes Available ONE SIZE
stylight.caWhile the one-size medium suits average male face dimensions, buyers with notably narrow or wide faces may find the fit inconsistent, potentially reducing the intended flattering effect.
- Shape retention
Plastic frame can retain its rectangular shape for up to ten years when stored in a case.
Why this is supported
The Dino’s plastic frame can retain its intended rectangular shape for many years with proper storage. According to lensmartonline.com, it can
retain their form for up to ten years
lensmartonline.comTo maintain this shape, it should be
stored in a protective case to prevent bending or breakage
shunpoly.comThis long-term shape retention ensures the angular silhouette and its face-flattering effects persist through years of use.
- Fit
One-size frame targets average adult males and uses rectangular shape to fit round and oval faces.
Why this is supported
The product is sold as
Sizes Available ONE SIZE
stylight.ca, a standard medium frame for average adult males. The rectangular lens shape
Rectangular frames add sharp angles and structure.
kapooropticalco.com, which helps the frame adapt to round and oval faces. While designed for broad accessibility, those with larger or smaller heads may experience a less precise fit.
- Lens category
Polarized UV400 lenses are equivalent to Category 3 for bright sunlight.
Why this is supported
The product Q&A confirms that
polarized lenses with 100% UV protection are typically Category 3, which means they are suitable for bright sunlight.
Are the lenses category 3 (suitable for bright sun) or another category?The deep research also describes the Dino as a complete, glare-cutting UV400 pair, reinforcing its equivalence to Category 3 standards.
- Durability
Frame lasts 3 years with daily use, up to 10 with proper storage.
Why this is supported
Plastic frames have a well-documented lifespan; with routine daily use they typically last three years, but with consistent proper storage they can hold their form for up to ten years.
With proper care and use, any plastic frame glasses can retain their form for up to ten years. Since this material is durable, you can expect it to last for an average of three years even with regular use.
lensmartonline.comTo achieve maximum longevity, the manufacturer recommends storing the sunglasses in a hard protective case, a practice that prevents bending and scratching.
Both types of frames should be stored in a protective case to prevent bending or breakage.
shunpoly.comTogether, these sources confirm that the Dino's plastic frame is built to last for multiple years, provided the user follows simple care habits.
- Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic frame avoids skin reactions common with nickel-alloy frames.
Why this is supported
Plastic frames are generally hypoallergenic, making them suitable for wearers prone to skin allergies from metal frames.
Generally, plastic glasses are hypoallergenic and are suitable for wearers who are prone to allergies.
lensmartonline.comThis means the Dino's plastic frame is unlikely to cause the irritation often associated with nickel-alloy frames.
- Color selection
Only black and brown: a deliberate minimal palette that reduces decision fatigue.
Why this is supported
The Dino is offered only in black or brown, a stark contrast to competitors like Goodr, which offers
Within the OG style, there are more than 60 color options to pick from
sunglasssunglasses.comThis intentional restraint eliminates color decision fatigue for buyers seeking simplicity. The limited palette is a deliberate curatorial choice from Simons’ in-house brand Le 31, described as
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.caconfirming the limited colors are part of the product's designed identity.
- Value
At $29 CAD, it undercuts Goodr and Knockaround for polarized UV400.
Why this is supported
The Dino is priced at $29 CAD, which is comparable to the Goodr OG at
the Goodr OG sunnies cost $25
nytimes.com(USD, so higher after cross-border costs) and significantly less than the approximate
Fort Knocks Covert OpsPrice$46.00
knockaround.caThis pricing positions the Dino as a budget-friendly option without the premium for an extensive color range.
At $29 CAD, the Dino undercuts major competitors. The Goodr OG is priced at
(about $35–40 CAD after conversion), and the Knockaround Fort Knocks costs
, making it the lowest-priced store-bought polarized sunglass in Canada.
- Storage
Hard-case storage extends frame shape to ten years.
Why this is supported
The lensmartonline.com source states that
With proper care and use, any plastic frame glasses can retain their form for up to ten years. Since this material is durable, you can expect it to last for an average of three years even with regular use.
lensmartonline.comAdditionally, shunpoly.com advises that
Both types of frames should be stored in a protective case to prevent bending or breakage.
shunpoly.comThis supports the conclusion that storing these sunglasses in a hard case can maintain frame shape for an extended period.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A glossy black rectangular-frame pair of sunglasses shown at a slight three-quarter angle, resting on a light surface with both temples visible; dark gray tinted rectangular lenses set into thick plastic rims.
- Overall shapeRectangular full-rim sunglasses with slightly rounded inner corners and a straight top frame line; the bridge is narrow and integrated into the plastic frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.82 · h 0.30 (medium) - Frame material and finishGlossy black plastic frame with visible highlights along edges indicating a shiny hard finish.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high) - LensesDark gray tinted rectangular lenses with a uniform tint and subtle reflections; lenses sit flush in the frame.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.33 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.41 · y 0.56 · w 0.33 · h 0.22 (high) - TemplesStraight slim temples in the same glossy black plastic extending back and slightly upward; right temple visible in full length, left temple partially visible and angled back.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (medium) - Metal rivet detailTwo small round metal rivet accents on the temple hinge area near the front of the frame on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Inner temple textFine printed text on the inner side of the right temple, too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a uniform light gray background with a soft shadow beneath the glasses; three-quarter front view with slight right-side tilt and even studio lighting.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the sunglasses positioned low in the frame with ample empty space above; both temples visible and the product angled toward the viewer's left.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light gray background and surface with a soft diffuse shadow cast beneath and slightly to the right of the sunglasses.
- LightingEven studio lighting producing soft reflections on the glossy frame and mild specular highlights on lens surfaces.
Colors
gloss black· frame and templesdark gray· lenses#5C5D5C- Overall shapeRectangular full-rim sunglasses with slightly rounded inner corners and a straight top frame line; the bridge is narrow and integrated into the plastic frame.