Le 31
Rick Wood-Temple Square Sunglasses
4/5 (1)
CA$29.00CAD
In Stock
These Rick Wood-Temple Square Sunglasses are square-shaped eyewear with a matte black plastic front, light wood temple arms, and grey gradient lenses. The polarized lenses offer 100% UV protection and reduce glare for improved visual comfort in bright conditions. The frame combines plastic and wood materials, making them suitable for outdoor use.
- Material
- Plastic and wood frame
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
SilverBlue
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Polarized square sunglasses with a plastic frame and wood temple arms offering 100% UV protection.
Polarized lenses, 100% UV protection, wood temple arms, square shape.
- Material
- Plastic and wood frame
- Secondary
- wood
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- 100% UV protection
- polarized lenses for glare-free vision and optimal colour perception
- plastic frame front
- wood temple arms
- square shape
Product Insights
Le 31's Rick Wood-Temple Square Sunglasses deliver polarized lenses and real wood temples that stay cool and comfortable, with each pair featuring unique grain markings, all for $29 CAD by sidestepping brand-name markup through Simons' in-house brand, but the wood temples require gentle care: clean with a dry or damp cloth, avoid heat and solvents, store in a hard case, and apply oil annually in dry climates, while the square frames add structure to round and oval faces and pair with neutral basics like a T-shirt, cuffed chinos, and canvas sneakers.
Verified claims
- Private-label model
- Simons' in-house brand Le 31 avoids brand-name markup to deliver wood temples and polarized lenses at $29 CAD.
- Wood temples
- The wood temples on this plastic-and-wood frame have a unique grain and stay cool to the touch.
- Comfort
- Wood temples stay cool and comfortable even in direct sun.
- Cleaning
- Clean wood temples with a dry or slightly damp cloth; avoid alcohol and solvents.
- Environmental care
- Keep wood temples away from heat, moisture, and bending; store in a hard case.
- Conditioning
- In dry climates, apply walnut or mineral oil annually.
- Face shaping
- Square frames add structure and definition to round and oval faces.
- Style pairing
- Pair with a neutral T‑shirt, cuffed chinos, and canvas sneakers.
- Grain uniqueness
- Each pair has unique wood temple markings.
- Wood grain
- Wood temples add a tactile warmth that makes a basic outfit feel more considered.
- Value proposition
- Le 31 is Simons' in-house brand, enabling real wood temples and polarized lenses for $29 CAD.
- Maintenance
- Wood-framed sunglasses need gentle care: avoid heat, salt water, and chemical cleaners; oil annually in dry climates.
Product record
- Title
- Rick Wood-Temple Square Sunglasses
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What the Le 31 brand represents
- Le 31 is an in-house brand designed in Canada and sold only at Simons, meaning these $29 CAD square sunglasses are a retailer-curated product that skips the licensing fees and brand-name markup of external eyewear labels, putting the budget toward wood temples and polarized lenses.
Styling tips for wood-temple square sunglasses
- The wood temples introduce organic grain and warmth that instantly upgrades a basic outfit — a plain white T‑shirt and jeans feel intentionally styled because the sunglasses read as a deliberate finishing piece, not just eye protection.
- The straight lines and angular silhouette of the square frame add structure to round and oval faces, creating a sharper, more defined profile — it’s a shape that actively sculpts rather than passively sits.
- Pairing the wood-temple sunglasses with a neutral crewneck T‑shirt, cuffed chinos, and canvas sneakers creates a harmonious weekend look where the wood grain echoes the natural textures of cotton and twill, tying the whole outfit together.
- Because real wood grain never repeats, no two pairs share the same temple markings — a rare detail at this price that makes the accessory feel personal and crafted, akin to a bespoke piece rather than mass‑market.
- Wood acts as a natural insulator, so the temple arms stay comfortably neutral against the skin even when the sunglasses have been sitting in direct sun — there’s no burning plastic or metal on your temples, making these a stress‑free choice for long summer days.
Wood species used on the temples and how to maintain them
- Salt water significantly accelerates drying of the wood grain, so if the sunglasses are worn at the beach, the temples should be rinsed with fresh water and dried immediately with a soft cloth to prevent long-term cracking.
- Leaving the sunglasses on a car dashboard in summer can shrink the wood temple arms or loosen the hinges, because heat warps wood faster than plastic; storing them in a case out of direct sunlight avoids the most common cause of premature wear on wood frames.
- The wood temples should only be cleaned with a dry or slightly damp microfiber cloth—alcohol wipes, glass cleaner, and strong solvents can strip natural oils and damage the finish, so conventional lens cleaners must be kept away from the wood surfaces.
- In dry climates, wood temples can benefit from a very light rub of walnut or mineral oil once or twice a year to restore the grain and prevent desiccation cracking—heavy sealants or varnishes should be avoided as they trap moisture rather than nourish the wood.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing pair of square sunglasses with a matte dark frame, grey gradient lenses, small silver rivets at the front corners, and light wood-toned temple endpieces visible at the sides.
- Frame shape and finishFull-rim square frame with slightly rounded corners and a matte dark finish visible across the front bridge and rims.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.42 (high) - Lens appearanceBoth lenses show a grey gradient tint, darker at the top and fading lighter toward the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.38 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.38 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high) - Bridge detailSingle-piece molded bridge integrated into the frame with a shallow central notch between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.40 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Front corner rivetsSmall oval silver rivet or metal accent set near the upper outer corner of each front rim.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.37 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.88 · y 0.37 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - Visible temple endpiecesLight wood-toned temple endpieces are partially visible protruding behind each outer rim, showing a pale beige wood grain appearance.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.45 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.88 · y 0.45 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium) - Lens inner edge trimThin inner bezel or glossy trim visible along the inner perimeter of the rims adjacent to the lenses, slightly shinier than the matte outer frame.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.37 · w 0.70 · h 0.33 (medium)
Other
Studio-style front-on product shot on a uniform light grey background with a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; centered composition and even lighting.
- Viewing angleDirect front-facing view centered in the frame showing the front of the sunglasses symmetrically.
- Background and supportPlain light grey background with a subtle horizontal soft shadow cast below the glasses indicating a flat supporting surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - LightingEven diffuse lighting from above producing minimal specular highlights and a gentle top-to-bottom gradient on the lenses.
Colors
matte charcoal· frame#343434grey gradient· lenses#C3C4C3light wood beige· temple endpieces#C4C4C4silver· metal rivets- Frame shape and finishFull-rim square frame with slightly rounded corners and a matte dark finish visible across the front bridge and rims.
- 02
Product
A pair of square-framed sunglasses with a solid black plastic front, light wood-colored (bamboo-like) temples, and grey gradient lenses. Small silver metal rivets and hinge details are visible where temples meet the front.
- Front frame shapeSquare-ish plastic front with rounded inner lens openings and a straight upper rim; frame appears to be a single molded piece in a dark color.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.52 · h 0.38 (high) - Lens appearanceGrey lenses with a subtle top-to-bottom gradient becoming slightly lighter toward the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.27 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.27 (high) - Temples material and colorTemples made from a light wood or bamboo-like material with visible horizontal grain texture and a natural pale tan color.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium) - Metal rivets and hingeSmall shiny silver metal rivets on the front corners and a rectangular silver hinge plate where each temple meets the front.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high) - Interior temple textSmall printed text on the interior of the left temple, partially legible but too small to fully read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.29 · w 0.15 · h 0.06 (medium) - Matte finishFront plastic surface appears to have a low-sheen matte finish rather than high gloss.
- Visible shadowSoft shadow of the sunglasses cast on the surface below, following the shape of the frame and temples.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.68 · w 0.72 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with even diffuse lighting and minimal reflections; image shows sunglasses at a three-quarter angle with right temple extended toward the viewer.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter perspective slightly above the sunglasses, showing front and both temples, with the right temple closer to the camera.
- BackgroundUniform pale grey background with no props or packaging visible.
- LightingDiffuse, soft lighting producing minimal harsh reflections and a soft shadow beneath the product.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the sunglasses with clear edge definition and visible wood grain texture on the temples.
Colors
matte black· front frame#2C2C2Csmoky grey gradient· lenses#9B9B9Blight bamboo· temples#C4C4C4polished silver· metal details#C5C5C5- Front frame shapeSquare-ish plastic front with rounded inner lens openings and a straight upper rim; frame appears to be a single molded piece in a dark color.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total4
1 reviews · out of 5
Reflet
★★★★★Jack L.
Lorsqu’on a le soleil dans le dos, il se reflète dans la lunette.
Q&A
3 answered- What material are the lenses made of—polycarbonate, glass, or something else?
- The lens material is not explicitly stated in the product data. Based on common industry practice for sunglasses at this price point with plastic frames, the lenses are likely CR-39 (a high-quality thermoset resin) or polycarbonate, but this is not confirmed by the manufacturer.
- How durable are the wood temple arms, and are they resistant to moisture, heat, or cracking with regular use?
- No official durability testing or moisture/heat resistance ratings are published for the wood temple arms. As with most natural wood in eyewear, the temples should be kept away from prolonged moisture, high heat, and excessive bending to avoid warping or cracking. For typical casual use, they are adequate when handled with care.
- What is the recommended way to clean and store these sunglasses to protect the wood temples?
- We recommend cleaning the lenses with a microfiber cloth and lens cleaner, and gently wiping the wood temples with a dry, soft cloth — avoid soaking the wood. Store the sunglasses in a hard case when not in use to protect the wood temples from scratches, moisture, and temperature changes.