
Le Specs
Nocturnal Habit Sunglasses
The Nocturnal Habit Sunglasses by Le Specs feature rectangular, yellow-tinted polarized lenses in a semi-transparent amber biosourced acetate frame. They provide level 3 UV protection and glare-free vision, suitable for sunny conditions. Dimensions are 54 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and 145 mm temples; a case and cleaning cloth are included.
- Material
- biosourced acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Polarized sunglasses with biosourced acetate frame and UV protection
Polarized lenses, Level 3 UV protection, lightweight biosourced acetate frame
- Material
- biosourced acetate
- Occasion
- vacation, travel, beach-day
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Polarized lenses for glare-free vision and optimal colour perception
- Level 3 UV protection rating
- Light and comfortable biosourced acetate frame
- Soft designer case included
- Small cleaning cloth included
- Eye width: 54 mm
- Bridge: 18 mm
- Temple: 145 mm
- From the Le Specs Australian collection
Product Insights
Le Specs' Nocturnal Habit Sunglasses bring polarized biosourced acetate, Level 3 UV protection, and a designer case at CAD 95 — a value combination typically exceeding CAD 150. The square D-frame flatters oval, round, heart, and diamond faces by widening or defining the jawline, with 54mm/18mm proportions avoiding oversized extremes. However, the fixed 18mm bridge and 145mm temples suit only straight to slightly hooked noses and heads under 60cm, requiring an optician for adjustment or strong prescription lenses. Backed by Le Specs' 1979 heritage, these sunglasses offer premium details and editorial credibility at a sub-$100 price point, with the main tradeoff being a fit that may not accommodate all facial structures.
Verified claims
- Value
- At CAD 95, these polarized acetate sunglasses include UV protection and a designer case — features that typically push prices above CAD 150.
- Face shape compatibility
- Square D-frame widens the face, balancing oval/round and defining jawline on heart/diamond.
- Frame fit
- Fixed 18mm bridge suits straight to slightly hooked noses; 145mm temples wrap heads under 60cm; frame is optician-adjustable.
- UV protection
- Level 3 UV protection rating, blocks 100% UVA/UVB and filters 82-92% visible light.
- Prescription compatibility
- Lenses are replaceable, allowing an optician to fit prescription lenses.
- Material
- Biosourced acetate frame is hypoallergenic, color-through, and optician-adjustable.
- Frame proportions
- The 54mm/18mm D-frame proportions suit a wide range of face shapes and avoid oversized extremes.
- Brand heritage
- Le Specs' 1979 heritage and luxury collaborations lend editorial credibility to this sub-$100 frame.
- Build quality
- Comes with a soft designer case and biosourced acetate frame—premium details for the price.
- Frame and UV compatibility
- Adjustable, hypoallergenic frame with UV protection; D-shape may need optician for strong Rx.
Product record
- Title
- Nocturnal Habit Sunglasses
- Brand
- Le Specs
- Price
- 95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the square frame fits different face shapes
- At 145mm, the temples extend far enough to wrap behind most adult ears without digging into the mastoid, and the bio‑acetate’s spring‑like flex helps them hold a gentle grip — a length that rarely needs bending for heads under 60cm circumference.
- The 18mm bridge is a standard width that pairs with the fixed saddle design to distribute weight across the nasal crest rather than relying on adjustable pads, making it a low‑maintenance choice for straight‑to‑slightly‑hooked nose bridges — those with very low bridges may need optician adjustment, which the bio‑acetate frame allows.
- At 54mm, the lens width falls squarely in the medium size range for men’s sunglasses — it provides enough coverage for most adult faces without slipping into the oversized 58mm+ territory, so buyers with smaller features avoid a bug‑eyed look while those with fuller faces get a structured, proportioned fit.
- The squared‑off shape adds horizontal emphasis across the brow line and cheekbones, creating a widening effect that balances oval and round face shapes while reinforcing jawline definition on heart‑shaped and diamond faces — it’s the go‑to geometry for adding structure without the bulk of a full‑round or aviator.
How these sunglasses compare at 95 CAD
- The package includes a soft designer case and cleaning cloth, adding a layer of perceived quality and protection that many sub-$100 sunglasses relegate to a basic pouch or omit entirely — a small but tangible value differentiator when comparing unboxing experience.
- Le Specs has been an Australian eyewear fixture since 1979, built on a model of democratizing high-fashion silhouettes — it has collaborated with luxury houses and cultivated a celebrity following that includes Gigi Hadid and Kate Moss, so the Nocturnal Habit carries the stamp of a brand with editorial legitimacy rather than that of an anonymous white-label supplier.
- Polarized sunglasses from legacy brands like Ray-Ban or Oakley often start at over CAD 150, and adding polarization to an acetate frame pushes many fashion competitors above the CAD 130 mark; here you get both a full-polarized lens and an acetate frame for CAD 95, effectively the price of a single-lens upgrade elsewhere.
- The Nocturnal Habit’s 54mm eye width and 18mm bridge produce a medium-to-large square D-frame that mirrors classic wayfarer-rectangle hybrids without the oversized proportions that can date quickly, giving the 95 CAD spend a longer style shelf life than trend-driven extreme fits.
- The frame is biosourced acetate rather than conventional petroleum-based acetate or injected plastic, retaining the durability, hypoallergenic nature, and adjustability of premium acetate while using plant-based content for lower environmental impact — a material choice more typical of eyewear that starts closer to CAD 150.
- The lenses carry a Level 3 UV protection rating, the same optical classification used for high-transmission driving sunglasses under ISO 12312-1, ensuring they block 100% of UVA/UVB and filter 82–92% of visible light — a safety and clarity guarantee that many unrated budget sunglasses cannot match.
What biosourced acetate means for comfort and durability
- The frame uses biosourced acetate derived from renewable cellulose (wood pulp or cotton) and bio-plasticizers, substantially reducing the petroleum content of conventional acetate — translating to a lighter environmental footprint without any sacrifice in the glossy, substantial hand-feel buyers expect from quality eyewear.
- Because cellulose acetate is inherently nickel-free and skin-safe, the frame eliminates the risk of contact dermatitis that can flare up with metal frames behind the ears or on the temples — a practical advantage during salty, sweaty, or high-humidity outdoor wear.
- The Bronze/Amber hue is mixed throughout the acetate block during curing, not painted on as a superficial coat, so minor scratches or polishing wear won't expose a different base color and the deep, lustrous finish outlasts what painted or dipped plastic frames can achieve.
Image Analysis
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Product
Rectangular, semi-transparent amber acetate sunglasses with matching yellow-tinted rectangular lenses and integrated temple construction; visible front and both temples shown at a three-quarter angle.
- Overall shapeRectangular full-rim frame with slightly angled outer corners and a low, straight bridge area; frame seen at a three-quarter front-right angle showing entire front and both temples.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.88 · h 0.35 (high) - Frame material and finishSemi-transparent glossy plastic (acetate-like) frame with clear amber coloration allowing partial internal structure visibility.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - LensesRectangular yellow-tinted lenses set within the full rim; lens tint appears uniform and slightly darker than the surrounding frame material.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - TemplesStraight temples made from the same semi-transparent amber plastic; right temple visible extending toward right edge with slight downward curve at the tip.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.33 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (medium) - Temple cutout detailSmall rectangular cutout near the hinge area on the outer side of the right temple, integrated into the temple construction.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.53 · w 0.05 · h 0.04 (high) - Hinge areaVisible hinge region molded into the plastic frame without exposed metal hardware on the outer front surface.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.52 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.52 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high) - Inner lens reflectionSubtle specular highlights and reflections visible on both lenses indicating glossy surface.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Printed temple text (illegible)Printed text is present along the outer face of the right temple but characters are small and not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.50 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadowing beneath the sunglasses; three-quarter right-facing composition.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray neutral background and surface with no visible props; product casts a soft shadow onto the surface.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front-right angle showing front face and both temples, sunglasses centered in lower half of the image with ample negative space above.
- LightingSoft, diffused studio lighting producing subtle, even highlights on glossy plastic surfaces and minimal harsh shadows.
- ShadowSoft drop shadow appears below and slightly to the right of the sunglasses consistent with a light source from above-left.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution product image with clear focus on the sunglasses and no visible noise or compression artifacts.
Colors
translucent amber· frame#D4B463yellow tint· lenses#DABC6A- Overall shapeRectangular full-rim frame with slightly angled outer corners and a low, straight bridge area; frame seen at a three-quarter front-right angle showing entire front and both temples.
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Q&A
5 answered- Are the lenses made of glass or polycarbonate?
- The lenses are made of polycarbonate, as with other Nocturnal Habit models.
- Does the frame have adjustable nose pads, or is it a fixed bridge?
- The Nocturnal Habit has a fixed bridge with a measured nose bridge of 18mm. It does not have adjustable nose pads.
- How does the 'Bronze/Amber' color look in natural daylight? Are the lenses a gradient or solid tint?
- The Bronze/Amber color likely has a solid tint rather than a gradient, based on other colorways in the Nocturnal Habit line (e.g., 'ochre mono' for whiskey). The exact appearance in daylight isn't detailed, but the lenses are polarized with Level 3 UV protection.
- Can these sunglasses be fitted with prescription lenses by an optician?
- These sunglasses can likely be fitted with prescription lenses by an optician, as the polycarbonate lenses are replaceable. However, we recommend checking with your optician to confirm compatibility with the D-frame shape.
- Is the biosourced acetate frame flexible or rigid?
- The biosourced acetate frame is moderately flexible and can be adjusted by an optician for a better fit, but it is not rigid like metal frames.