Le 31
Levi Round Sunglasses
The Levi Round Sunglasses are a pair of round-frame sunglasses featuring a glossy black acetate frame and a keyhole-style bridge. The lenses provide 100% UV protection, are polarized for reduced glare, and have a vertical gradient tint that darkens from top to bottom. These sunglasses are designed for everyday use, offering glare-free vision and optimal colour perception in bright conditions.
- Material
- plastic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Round sunglasses with polarized lenses and UV protection
Polarized lenses, UV protection, lightweight plastic frame
- Material
- plastic
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- round frame
- 100% UV protection
- polarized lenses
- glare-free vision
- optimal colour perception
- lightweight plastic frame
- comfortable fit
Product Insights
Levi Round Sunglasses by Le 31 provide polarized UV400 protection up to 400nm, reducing glare and blocking UV, in a classic round frame that flatters square, oblong, heart, and oval faces. The lightweight plastic frame ensures comfort for extended wear but is less impact-resistant than TR90. Priced at $29 CAD, it is cheaper than comparable models like Oceanides Rodea and Waykins Wade, and requires gentle care with microfiber cloth and lens spray to maintain scratch-free, UV-protective lenses.
Verified claims
- UV protection
- 100% UV protection verified to UV400 standard, covering up to 400nm
- Polarization and UV
- Polarized lenses and UV400 protection reduce glare and block UV.
- Face shape
- Fits square, oblong, heart, and oval faces.
- Comfort
- Plastic frame is lighter than metal for comfortable extended wear.
- Cleaning
- Microfiber cloth and coated-lens spray keep lenses scratch-free and UV-protective.
- Style
- Classic round frames flatter square and oblong faces in four subdued colors.
- Pricing
- At $29 CAD, it is cheaper than Oceanides Rodea ($62) and Waykins Wade ($39.90).
- Material
- Plastic frame is lightweight and comfortable but less impact-resistant than TR90.
- Lens care
- Use microfiber cloth and lens spray for coated polarized lenses.
- Styling
- Round frame and neutral colors flatter many face shapes for daily wear.
- Lens quality
- 100% UV up to 400nm and polarization cut glare; soft cloth needed to avoid scratches.
- Design & fit
- Classic round design, subdued colors; suits angular and oval faces
Product record
- Title
- Levi Round Sunglasses
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Fit and face coverage for round frames
- Round sunglasses like the Levi work especially well on angular face shapes — square, oblong, and heart‑shaped — where the soft curved lines balance strong jawlines and wide foreheads; oval faces also wear round styles easily, as their balanced proportions accommodate most frame shapes.
What 100% UV protection means for eye health
- The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection caps ocular UV hazard at 400 nm, and the narrow 380–400 nm band alone accounts for roughly 40% of total solar UV radiation exposure; sunglasses that only block to 380 nm miss this high-energy UVA, so UV400 is the more meaningful marker for complete protection.
- Polarized lenses cut glare from reflective surfaces to improve comfort, but polarization is an optical filter entirely separate from UV blocking — a lens can be heavily polarized yet offer no UV defense, which is why a '100% UV protection' claim on polarized glasses must be assessed on its own merit rather than assumed from the polarization feature.
What polarization delivers at this price
- The product's explicit 100% UV protection claim is what separates it from corner-store shades where a dark tint without a UV filter actually increases retinal UV exposure by dilating pupils—here the UV-blocking layer is built into the lens stack, making them safe for daytime wear.
How it stacks up against other budget round polarized sunglasses
- At $29 CAD, the Levi undercuts fashion-oriented picks like the $62 CAD Oceanides Rodea eco-friendly sunglasses and the $39.90 CAD Waykins Wade, while asking more than the sub-$20 US Gleyemor and MUDIWRLO — the premium buys a department-store brand and a more refined, everyday round silhouette.
- Le 31 is Simons' private label, designed in Canada and sold exclusively through the department store, which means the Levi benefits from a curated retail identity and after-sales support that no-name budget alternatives lack.
- The Sungait's TR90 frame can withstand being stepped on and is backed by a lifetime warranty, whereas the Levi uses a standard 'light and comfortable plastic frame' — choosing the Levi means trading break-resistant flex for a straightforward, no-surprises build that's still sturdy enough for daily wear.
- The round shape has enduring appeal in this class — the Gleyemor review calls it 'very John Lennon' and the Sungait is a Wirecutter top pick — but the Levi's availability in five subdued colors (Black, Grey, Off White, Brown) and its clean plastic frame avoid the novelty accents of steampunk shields or yellow-tinted lenses, positioning it as the more wearable everyday option.
How the plastic frame holds up with daily wear
- At well under 25g, the plastic frame is lighter than most metal sunglasses, reducing pressure on the nose bridge and behind the ears so you can wear them for hours without pinching or fatigue.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing pair of round sunglasses with a glossy black acetate frame, keyhole bridge, and round gradient lenses visible from the front view.
- Frame shapeGlossy black frame with rounded circular rims and slightly extended angular upper outer corners above each lens.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.27 · w 0.89 · h 0.44 (high) - BridgeDistinct keyhole-style bridge formed in the same glossy black material, centered between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.39 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Lens geometryRound lenses set within the circular rims, rims are relatively thin at the bottom and thicker at the temples and upper rim.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.33 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.33 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Lens tint gradientLenses show a vertical gradient tint darker at the top and fading lighter toward the bottom.
4 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.33 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.33 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.45 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Temple visibilityInner portions of the temples are visible through the lenses, angled back from the rims toward the rear.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - FinishFrame surface is high-gloss and reflects highlights along the top rim edges.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.27 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Centered studio product shot on a light gray background with even frontal lighting and a soft cast shadow beneath the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionSunglasses centered horizontally and positioned near the middle of the frame, photographed straight-on.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or textures.
- Cast shadowSoft shadow cast below and slightly outward from the bottom edge of the rims, matching the shape of the lenses and temples.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.63 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - LightingEven diffuse frontal lighting producing soft reflections on the glossy frame and a clear lens gradient.
Colors
gloss black· frame#0D0D0Emuted purple gradient· lens upper tintfaded gray· lens lower tint#C2C2C3- Frame shapeGlossy black frame with rounded circular rims and slightly extended angular upper outer corners above each lens.
- 02
Product
Round sunglasses with glossy black plastic frame, a keyhole-style bridge and gradient gray round lenses; straight slim temples extend rearward with slightly flared earpieces.
- Front frame shapeGlossy black plastic frame with fully rounded lenses and a small keyhole-style cutout at the nose bridge; the frame front has a subtle raised rim around each lens.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.66 · h 0.37 (high) - LensesRound lenses with a vertical gradient tint, darker at the top and noticeably lighter toward the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - TemplesSlim, straight glossy black temples attached with a visible hinge at the frame; temples end in slightly flared earpieces.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.33 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.24 (medium) - Temple printingSmall white printed characters on the inner side of the left/right temple, illegible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.06 (low) - Frame finishHigh-gloss reflective finish on the plastic frame surfaces, showing highlights and specular reflections.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.66 · h 0.37 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a flat light gray background with soft directional lighting casting distinct soft shadows beneath and to the right of the sunglasses.
- BackgroundEven light gray background filling the frame with no visible texture or props.
- ShadowsSoft-edged drop shadows appear beneath and to the right of the sunglasses consistent with a light source from the upper left.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.65 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter front/side angle showing the front of the lenses and both temples, product centered lower in the frame with ample negative space above.
Colors
gloss black· frame and temples#131313gradient gray· lenses#7B7B7B- Front frame shapeGlossy black plastic frame with fully rounded lenses and a small keyhole-style cutout at the nose bridge; the frame front has a subtle raised rim around each lens.
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Q&A
1 answered- What type of cleaning cloth is recommended for the polarized lenses?
- For polarized lenses, we recommend using a soft microfiber cleaning cloth to avoid scratching. A lens cleaning spray designed for coated lenses can also help.