Le Specs
Pilferer Sunglasses
The Pilferer sunglasses from Le Specs are rectangular acetate-frame sunglasses with green-tinted lenses and a glossy black finish. They provide level 3 UV protection, making them suitable for sunny days. Key dimensions: eye width 53 mm, bridge 19 mm, temple 145 mm.
- Material
- acetate
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
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Specifications
Stylish sunglasses from the Le Specs Australian collection with level 3 UV protection and lightweight acetate frame.
Level 3 UV protection, lightweight acetate frame, includes soft designer case and cleaning cloth.
- Material
- acetate
- Occasion
- vacation, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Level 3 UV protection
- Lightweight acetate frame
- Includes soft designer case and small cleaning cloth
- Eye width: 53 mm
- Bridge: 19 mm
- Temple: 145 mm
- From the Le Specs Australian collection at Simons
Product Insights
The Pilferer Sunglasses by Le Specs modernize the Y2K narrow silhouette with a 53mm shrunken rectangular acetate frame for a unisex fit, offering all-day comfort through a featherlight design and pressure-distributing arms. They provide Category 3 UV protection (82–92% visible light blocking), legal for driving, with shatterproof and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses. However, the non-polarized lenses prioritize clear digital screen viewing over glare reduction, and the acetate frame is heat-sensitive—warping from extreme heat—requiring careful handling like using two hands and storing in a case, though it can be heat-adjusted by an optician for a custom fit.
Verified claims
- Comfort
- Featherlight acetate frame with pressure-distributing arms for all-day comfort.
- Material
- Acetate frame with polycarbonate lenses; heat-bendable for custom fit, but avoid extreme heat.
- UV protection
- Category 3 blocks 82–92% visible light, is legal for driving, and passes clarity & impact tests.
- Durability
- Shatterproof and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses.
- Polarization
- Non-polarized for clear viewing of digital screens and dashboards.
- Frame shape
- 53mm shrunken rectangular frame modernizes Y2K narrow silhouette for unisex fit.
- Frame care
- Mitigate heat warping of acetate frame by using two hands and storing in case.
- Adjustability
- Acetate frame can be heat-adjusted by an optician for custom fit.
- Fit
- Acetate frame can be heat-adjusted by an optician for a custom fit.
- Heat sensitivity
- Can warp if exposed to extreme heat; avoid direct sunlight and hot cars.
- Visual match
- Glossy black frame and olive-tinted lenses match product photos accurately.
Product record
- Title
- Pilferer Sunglasses
- Brand
- Le Specs
- Price
- 90 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Polycarbonate lenses and what the olive tint does
- The Pilferer's lenses are precision‑cut from polycarbonate, a material that is inherently shatterproof and treated for scratch resistance — so they survive drops, backpack pockets, and beach tumbles without cracking or clouding over, extending the wearable life beyond a single careless summer.
What UV protection category 3 means for your eyes
- The Category 3 rating under EN ISO 12312-1:2022 certifies that the lenses block 82–92% of visible light—enough to eliminate squinting in bright sunlight but not so dark as to become illegal for driving, as Category 4 lenses are in the UK and EU—and that they pass standardized tests for optical clarity, impact resistance, and full UVA/UVB filtering.
- The lenses are made of shatterproof polycarbonate, a material that naturally absorbs UV radiation without depending on a surface coating, so the UV protection remains effective even if the lenses accumulate microscratches over time, unlike sunglasses whose UV shield can degrade when a coating wears off.
How they actually fit: real-world comfort and sizing
- Because the black Pilferer frame is made from acetate, an optician can use controlled heat to bend the temple arms and bridge into a custom fit, a hidden comfort advantage that cannot be replicated with injection-molded plastic frames.
How the Pilferer captures the early‑2000s revival
- Described as a 'shrunken rectangular frame' by Le Specs, the Pilferer adopts a compact 53mm lens width and 19mm bridge that scales the narrow silhouette down to a more contemporary, face-hugging proportion — a move that distinguishes it from the chunkier, more imposing narrow frames of the actual Y2K era and broadens its appeal as a unisex accessory.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Glossy black rectangular sunglasses shown at a three-quarter front angle with green-tinted rectangular lenses and a small square metal inset on each temple.
- Frame shapeRectangular, slightly rounded-corner full-rim frame with a continuous eyebrow line and a shallow key bridge.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high) - Frame material and finishHigh-gloss black plastic/acrylic appearance across front frame and temples with visible highlights and reflections.
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x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high) - LensesFlat green-tinted rectangular lenses with uniform color and faint surface reflections; lenses sit flush within the rim.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - TemplesStraight temples that taper slightly toward curved ear tips; temples are the same glossy black as the frame.
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x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high) - Metal inset detailSmall square metallic inset set near the hinge on the outer face of each temple.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.66 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium) - Inner temple text“PILFERER /// 2352104”Partial
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x 0.14 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (medium) - Regulatory mark“CE”
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x 0.44 · y 0.59 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral gray background with soft shadows under the sunglasses; three-quarter front perspective with even diffuse lighting and subtle reflections on the frame and lenses.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral gray background with no visible props.
- ShadowSoft shadow directly beneath and slightly to the right of the sunglasses indicating overhead diffuse lighting.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.73 · w 0.84 · h 0.14 (high) - Shot compositionSunglasses placed in lower half of frame at a three-quarter angle showing front and inner temples.
- Reflections and highlightsSpecular highlights visible along top edges of frame and faint reflections on lens surfaces from studio lights.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
gloss black· framesmoky green· lensespolished silver· temple inset- Frame shapeRectangular, slightly rounded-corner full-rim frame with a continuous eyebrow line and a shallow key bridge.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- Are the lenses polarized?
- No, the Pilferer sunglasses are not polarized. They feature Level 3 UV protection and polycarbonate lenses but polarization is not listed in the specifications [1].
- How does the 'one size' fit on different face shapes? Is it suitable for narrow or wide faces?
- With an eye width of 53mm and a 19mm bridge, the 'one size' is best suited for medium to slightly wide face shapes. For narrow faces, the frame may feel loose, while very wide faces might find the fit snug. The slim arms and mellow bridge help distribute pressure comfortably for most [3].
- Is the acetate frame prone to warping or breaking with regular use?
- Acetate frames like this one are durable for daily wear but can warp if exposed to extreme heat or direct sunlight for long periods. With proper care—avoiding heat, using both hands to handle, and storing in the case—they hold up well against regular use [2].
- What is the weight of the sunglasses? Are they lightweight enough for all-day wear?
- Exact weight isn't listed, but acetate is naturally lightweight. The Pilferer frame is described as 'featherlight' and designed for all-day comfort, so it should feel light enough for extended wear [3].
- Does the black acetate have a glossy or matte finish? How does it look in person compared to product photos?
- The black acetate frame has a glossy finish, giving it a sleek, polished look that matches the product photos well. In person, the gloss is subtle and the silhouette is true to the images [3].