Le 31
Revolution Oval Sunglasses
Revolution Oval Sunglasses from Le 31 by Simons feature a glossy black plastic full-rim frame with brown-tinted oval lenses and thick straight temples. Designed in Canada, these lightweight and comfortable sunglasses provide 100% UV protection and include an integrated nosebridge. Suitable for everyday wear, they shield eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays.
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight oval sunglasses with 100% UV protection and a plastic frame.
100% UV protection, lightweight plastic frame, oval design
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- lightweight and comfortable plastic frame
- 100% UV protection
- oval silhouette
Product Insights
The Revolution Oval Sunglasses by Le 31 offer 100% UV protection (UV400) and a Canadian-designed oval shape at 29 CAD, trading polarization and anti-scratch resistance for style and provenance. They require careful maintenance: avoid heat, clean with mild soap, store lens-up in a hard case, and apply nail polish on hinge screws to prevent loosening. Heat can warp frames and loosen hinges, but simple care habits extend durability against under-$20 rivals.
- UV protection
100% UV protection meets UV400 standard, blocking all UVA and UVB rays.
Why this is supported
Research confirms that the '100% UV protection' claim matches the UV400 standard, which
UV400 is the gold standard. It guarantees that the lenses block all light rays with wavelengths up to 400 nanometers.
lensmartonline.comAdditionally, the UV protection is achieved through a colorless chemical absorber, not the lens tint, so it works regardless of lens darkness. As explained,
UV protection in a lens comes from a UV absorber, which is a chemical compound built into the lens material or applied as a coating. That compound is colorless.
hewore.comThis means the brown-tinted lenses provide full UV400 protection, and the product's '100% UV protection' claim is substantiated.
- UV claim clarity
Explicit UV400 claim, unlike some competitors with vague UV protection assurance.
Why this is supported
The Revolution's UV400 specification matches the cheaper Blacksheep oval, which offers
Free UV400, anti-scratch & anti-reflective included
blacksheep.ioat
$7.95
blacksheep.io. In contrast, the ASOS DESIGN oval at
$13.65
beyondstyle.usonly states
Good UV protection
beyondstyle.us, providing less certainty for sun-safety buyers.
- Polarization
Not polarized; does not reduce glare from reflective surfaces.
Why this is supported
User Q&A clarifies:
No, the Revolution Oval Sunglasses are not polarized.
Are the lenses polarized?Thus, despite full UV protection, these sunglasses do not reduce glare from reflective surfaces.
- Care
Avoid heat, clean with mild soap, store lens-up to preserve UV protection.
Why this is supported
Research advises proper care to maintain UV protection.
One common storage mistake is leaving sunglasses in a parked car. That level of heat can warp frames, loosen hardware, and damage lens tints and coatings.
warbyparker.comFor cleaning, use mild lotion-free dish soap:
The key is to use a soap that is free from strong chemicals, ensuring it won’t harm the plastic frames or lens coatings.
shunpoly.comAvoid alcohol, ammonia, or paper tissues, as
All paper contains wood fibers," Dr. Tibbs says, "and they can scratch the lenses. Kleenex and other tissues often contain moisturizers that leave a film.
allaboutvision.comFor storage, keep glasses lens-up:
If you set them lens-down, even inside a case, tiny bits of dust or debris can rub against the surface and slowly create fine scratches. Over time, those marks reduce clarity and can affect protective coatings.
warbyparker.comThese habits preserve the frame and UV coatings.
- Provenance
Le 31 Revolution's 'designed in Canada' label sets it apart from cheaper ovals.
Why this is supported
The stylight listing carries the explicit claim:
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca. This provenance is exclusive to Simons and is absent from budget oval competitors. For example, Blacksheep oval sunglasses are priced at $7.95 and advertise
Free UV400, anti-scratch & anti-reflective included
blacksheep.iobut make no claim of design origin. Similarly, the ASOS DESIGN oval at $13.65 only promises
Good UV protection
beyondstyle.us. All Le 31 models are identically priced at $29, as shown on stylight:
Le 31 Kurt translucent rounded sunglasses Black $29.00
stylight.ca. The Revolution's oval shape is the sole stylistic differentiator within the brand lineup.
- Competitive value
Trades polarization and anti-scratch for oval shape and Canadian design vs. under‑$20 rivals.
Why this is supported
At $29, the Revolution Oval costs 3.6× the Blacksheep oval ($7.95) which includes UV400, anti-scratch, and anti-reflective coatings—the Revolution lacks these.
Free UV400, anti-scratch & anti-reflective included
blacksheep.ioASOS DESIGN’s $13.65 oval only promises 'Good UV protection' while Revolution declares 100% UV. Rivals like the $18 Sungait (polarized) and $34 Zenottic (anti-scratch) offer technical features the Revolution omits, but they lack the oval silhouette.
No, the Revolution Oval Sunglasses are not polarized.
Are the lenses polarized?The Revolution's oval shape and 'designed in Canada' label differentiate it from cheaper alternatives; all Le 31 sunglasses are $29, so the oval shape itself adds no price premium within the brand.
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca- Durability
Simple care habits like avoiding car heat, cleaning with dish soap, and locking hinge screws with nail polish extend the frame's life.
Why this is supported
To maximize the plastic frame's durability, avoid leaving it in a parked car, as heat can warp frames and damage lens coatings.
One common storage mistake is leaving sunglasses in a parked car. That level of heat can warp frames, loosen hardware, and damage lens tints and coatings.
warbyparker.comClean lenses with a drop of lotion-free dish soap and lukewarm water, then dry with a microfiber cloth to avoid chemical damage and scratches from paper products.
The key is to use a soap that is free from strong chemicals, ensuring it won’t harm the plastic frames or lens coatings.
shunpoly.comAll paper contains wood fibers,” Dr. Tibbs says, “and they can scratch the lenses. Kleenex and other tissues often contain moisturizers that leave a film.
allaboutvision.comA dab of clear nail polish on hinge screws acts as a threadlocker, preventing loosening from daily use.
Add a dab of clear nail polish to the screw head. It prevents it from loosening again.
zeelool.com- Heat sensitivity
Heat can warp the frame and loosen hinges; a hard case and threadlock fix mitigate risk.
Why this is supported
The plastic frame of these $29 sunglasses is vulnerable to heat damage when left in a parked car. As Warby Parker warns,
That level of heat can warp frames, loosen hardware, and damage lens tints and coatings.
warbyparker.comThe hinge loosening, in particular, can be addressed with a simple trick:
Add a dab of clear nail polish to the screw head. It prevents it from loosening again.
zeelool.comUsing a hard case for storage further reduces risk.
- Cleaning
Mild lotion-free dish soap and microfiber cloth preserve UV protection.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that lotion-free dish soap and a microfiber cloth are recommended for these plastic lenses. One source notes that
The key is to use a soap that is free from strong chemicals, ensuring it won’t harm the plastic frames or lens coatings.
shunpoly.comAdditionally, paper towels and tissues can scratch lenses, as an optometry source explains:
All paper contains wood fibers,” Dr. Tibbs says, “and they can scratch the lenses. Kleenex and other tissues often contain moisturizers that leave a film.
allaboutvision.comFinally, UV protection is embedded in the lens material, so harsh chemicals could theoretically degrade the absorber, making the mild method even more critical:
UV protection in a lens comes from a UV absorber, which is a chemical compound built into the lens material or applied as a coating. That compound is colorless.
hewore.com- Storage
Store lens-up in a hard case and avoid leaving in hot cars to prevent warping and haze.
Why this is supported
Proper storage reduces dust and heat damage. Warby Parker advises storing sunglasses lens-up in a case:
If you set them lens-down, even inside a case, tiny bits of dust or debris can rub against the surface and slowly create fine scratches. Over time, those marks reduce clarity and can affect protective coatings.
warbyparker.comThe same source warns against leaving them in a parked car:
One common storage mistake is leaving sunglasses in a parked car. That level of heat can warp frames, loosen hardware, and damage lens tints and coatings.
warbyparker.com- Hinge loosening fix
Clear nail polish on hinge screws prevents them from loosening.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified the hinge screw loosening fix:
Add a dab of clear nail polish to the screw head. It prevents it from loosening again.
zeelool.comHowever, heat can undo this:
One common storage mistake is leaving sunglasses in a parked car. That level of heat can warp frames, loosen hardware, and damage lens tints and coatings.
warbyparker.comSo a cool storage location ensures the fix lasts.
Image Analysis
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Product
Glossy black plastic oval sunglasses shown from a front three-quarter angle, with brown-tinted oval lenses and thick straight temples; interior temple text markings visible.
- Frame shapeElongated oval (slightly cat-eye) full-rim frame made from glossy black plastic visible on the front and sides.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.88 · h 0.26 (high) - Lens tintBrown-tinted lenses with uniform tint and low reflectivity; lenses set flush within the plastic frame.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.63 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.64 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - TemplesThick, straight glossy black plastic temples that taper slightly toward the temple tips; right temple shown extending back and curling down at the tip.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.50 · h 0.24 (high) - Finish and reflectionsHigh-gloss finish on frame and temples producing visible specular highlights and subtle reflections along upper frame edges.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.80 · h 0.16 (high) - Nosebridge detailIntegrated one-piece plastic nosebridge formed by the continuous front frame with shallow curved inner cutouts at each lens edge.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior temple marking“100% UV Protection”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Interior certification mark“CE”
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.38 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (medium) - Temple tip text“China”
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light grey background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; three-quarter front angle composition and even diffuse lighting produce minimal harsh shadows.
- BackgroundUniform light grey background that fills the frame and contrasts with the dark sunglasses.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath and slightly to the right of the sunglasses, anchoring the product to the surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionFront three-quarter view with left temple partially folded inward and right temple extended back, centered horizontally in the lower half of the image.
Colors
gloss black· frame and templesbrown tint· lenses- Frame shapeElongated oval (slightly cat-eye) full-rim frame made from glossy black plastic visible on the front and sides.