Le 31
Kurt Translucent Rounded Sunglasses
CA$29.00CAD
In Stock
Kurt Translucent Rounded Sunglasses are full-rim eyewear with a rounded frame made from lightweight plastic, available in a glossy finish. They feature polarized lenses with a grey-blue gradient tint that offer 100% UV protection and reduce glare for improved visual clarity. The frame includes metallic rivet accents near the hinges and a keyhole-style bridge, with straight temple arms that curve at the ends.
- Color
- Translucent
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
BlackWhiteBrownGreen
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Translucent rounded sunglasses with polarized lenses and UV protection
Polarized lenses, 100% UV protection, lightweight plastic frame
- Color
- Translucent
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- vacation, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Light and comfortable plastic frame
- Polarized lenses for glare-free vision and optimal colour perception
- 100% UV protection
Product Insights
Le 31's Kurt Translucent Rounded Sunglasses are an in-stock style at 29 CAD, offering translucent rounded aesthetics with a care-intensive tradeoff: the lightweight frame necessitates two-hand removal to prevent hinge misalignment, and maintenance includes weekly mild soap cleaning, warm water reshaping if bent, and hard case storage.
Verified claims
- Cleaning
- Use lukewarm water, mild soap, and microfiber cloth; wash weekly.
- Handling
- Remove with both hands and store in a protective case.
- Reshaping
- If frame bends, reshape by immersing in warm water.
- Lens care
- Weekly mild soap and water wash with a microfiber cloth; avoid alcohol or acetone.
- Warp correction
- If the frame becomes bent, immerse in warm water to reshape.
- Hinge durability
- Lightweight frame requires two-hand removal to prevent hinge misalignment.
- Frame care
- Weekly mild soap cleaning, lukewarm water rinsing, and hard case storage maintain frame durability.
Product record
- Title
- Kurt Translucent Rounded Sunglasses
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Caring for the plastic frame
- Lightweight plastic frames lack the reinforced hinges of metal designs, so one-handed removal gradually over-extends the temples and loosens the fit; using both hands to take them off evenly distributes stress and prevents arms from snapping or misaligning.
- Keeping the sunglasses loose in a bag or pocket invites lens scratches from keys and grit, as well as frame crushing — always stowing them in a protective hard case when not in use preserves the mirror-like lens surface and the frame's original shape.
- Hot water warps lightweight plastic frames, so any cleaning must use lukewarm water — even a brief rinse under a hot tap risks permanently distorting the shape and knocking the lenses out of alignment.
- If the plastic frame becomes bent from accidental pressure, it can be safely realigned by immersing it in warm (not hot) water for a short time and gently bending it back — a simple fix that avoids cracking and rescues a twisted pair without special tools.
- Harsh chemicals like alcohol, acetone, and abrasive cleaners strip the lens coatings and cloud the polarization film, so only diluted mild dish soap (lotion-free) should ever touch the lenses.
- Paper towels, tissues, and clothing all embed micro-scratches that scatter light and dull the polarized lens effect; a dedicated microfiber cloth is the only safe material for daily smudge removal, and wiping after each wear prevents buildup that tempts aggressive rubbing.
- Sunscreen, sweat, and skin oils accumulate on frames and lenses, and over weeks these deposits can break down the plasticizer in the frame and etch the lens coatings; a weekly wash with mild soap and lukewarm water removes the destructive film and restores crisp, glare-free vision.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing full-frame sunglasses with glossy black rounded acetate frame and blue-gray gradient lenses, shown centered and facing the viewer.
- Frame shapeFull-rim rounded frame with a slightly flattened upper brow and smooth curved lower rims, glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.33 · w 0.84 · h 0.34 (high) - Frame color and materialOpaque glossy black material for the front frame and visible temple starts, reflective highlights on upper rims.
3 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.33 · w 0.84 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.38 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high) - BridgeKeyhole-style bridge opening between the lenses with the same glossy black finish.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.42 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - LensesBlue-gray tinted lenses with a subtle top-to-bottom gradient darker at the top and lighter toward the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.37 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.37 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Decorative rivetsSmall light-colored metal rivet or accent on the outer upper corner of each front frame near the temples.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.88 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Visible temple armsTemple arms are partially visible through the lenses area, appearing as slightly translucent dark shapes extending rearward.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with even lighting and a soft shadow below the sunglasses; image is centered and cropped to show full front face of the glasses.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft gray cast shadow visible beneath the frame and temples, indicating frontal lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (medium) - Shot compositionStraight-on frontal view of the sunglasses, centered horizontally with symmetrical framing.
Colors
gloss black· frame#0E0E0Dsmoky blue-gray· lenses#7C8395metallic silver· rivet accents- Frame shapeFull-rim rounded frame with a slightly flattened upper brow and smooth curved lower rims, glossy finish.
- 02
Product
A pair of glossy rounded sunglasses with a translucent dark frame, grey-blue tinted round lenses, visible metal rivet accents at the front near the hinges, and straight temples that curve at the tips.
- Overall shapeRounded full-rim frame with gently squared outer edges; front viewed at a shallow angle so both lenses and temples are visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.66 · h 0.44 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy translucent dark acetate or plastic finish on the frame front and temples, allowing a faint lighter inner layer to show through.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.66 · h 0.44 (high) - Lens tintFlat grey-blue tinted lenses with no visible mirror coating; both lenses appear uniformly tinted.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - Bridge and nose areaA single-piece molded bridge integrated with the frame; no separate nose pads are present.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.54 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Hinge detailSmall oval metallic rivet or pin visible on the front of each frame near the hinge on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high) - TemplesStraight temples with a subtle outward taper and a curved tip; inner temple surface appears lighter than outer surface.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (medium) - Visible seams and joinA faint seam or edge where the temple meets the front frame at the hinge area is visible, consistent with a two-part assembled frame.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.42 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light grey background with soft shadows beneath and to the right of the sunglasses; image cropped with full product visible and slight perspective foreshortening.
- Background and surfaceMatte light grey background and surface with a soft shadow cast by the sunglasses to the lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - LightingEven studio lighting creating soft, diffuse shadows and small specular highlights on the glossy frame edges.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter angled top-front view of the sunglasses, showing both front and inner temple surfaces; product is centered with extra space on the top.
Colors
translucent dark charcoal· frame outer surfaces#333434grey-blue tint· lenses#7A838Dpale translucent grey· temple inner surface- Overall shapeRounded full-rim frame with gently squared outer edges; front viewed at a shallow angle so both lenses and temples are visible.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- Is the UV protection rated to block 99-100% of UVA/UVB rays up to 400 nm?
- Yes, the UV protection is rated to block 99-100% of UVA/UVB rays up to 400 nm. The product specifies '100% UV protection' [1], and UV400 protection (which this effectively provides) blocks virtually all UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nanometers [2].
- Does the polarization effectively reduce glare from horizontal surfaces like water or snow?
- Yes, the polarized lenses effectively reduce glare from horizontal surfaces like water or snow. Polarized lenses have a special filter that blocks horizontally polarized light, which is the type of glare reflected from water, snow, and other smooth surfaces [1][2].
- What type of plastic is the frame made of (e.g., acetate, polycarbonate) and are the hinges spring-loaded?
- The product information states a 'plastic frame' but does not specify the exact type (e.g., acetate or polycarbonate) nor whether the hinges are spring-loaded. We've seen no additional details from the brand that confirm these specifics.