Tom Ford
Xl Rhonda Aviator Sunglasses
Tom Ford XL Rhonda aviator sunglasses feature an oversized tortoiseshell acetate frame with gradient brown tinted lenses and a signature metallic T-shaped plate at the temples. They provide 100% UV protection and are made in Italy. Key dimensions include 56 mm eye width, 14 mm bridge, and 140 mm temple length.
- Color
- Brown Turtleshell
- Material
- Acetate frame
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, oversized, contemporary
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Oversized aviator sunglasses with brown turtleshell acetate frame, tinted lenses, and signature metallic temple details.
100% UV protection, tinted lenses, light acetate frame, signature metallic plate, case included.
- Color
- Brown Turtleshell · brown
- Material
- Acetate frame
- Style
- classic, oversized, contemporary
- Occasion
- everyday, vacation, travel
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- oversized aviator silhouette
- brown acetate frame with turtleshell finish
- 100% UV protection
- tinted lenses
- lightweight acetate construction
- signature metallic plate at temple tips
- rigid velvet designer case included
- cleaning cloth included
- made in Italy
- eye width 56 mm, bridge 14 mm, temple 140 mm
Product Insights
Tom Ford's Xl Rhonda Aviator Sunglasses reinterpret the classic pilot silhouette with a wide squared front and saddle bridge, replacing the traditional teardrop shape. The metal T-bar inlay on the temple serves as the brand's iconic eyewear signature. Crafted from ethical, plant-based acetate that is hypoallergenic and impact-resistant, the frame distributes weight evenly and eliminates pressure points via the saddle bridge. With 100% UV protection (UVA and UVB) and a tortoiseshell pattern that transitions from formal to casual, these non-polarized lenses prioritize style over functionality. At $785 CAD, they match the price of other Tom Ford full-acetate pilot frames, but the buyer must accept a 14mm bridge (3mm narrower) and 140mm temples (5mm shorter) than the Icon Pilot, along with the need to avoid heat above 60°C and solvent-based cleaners.
Verified claims
- Pilot silhouette
- Wide squared front with saddle bridge replaces aviator teardrop.
- T-bar signature
- Metal T inlay on temple is Tom Ford's undisputed eyewear icon.
- Tortoiseshell authenticity
- Ethical acetate recreates the tortoiseshell look banned in 1973.
- Styling versatility
- Tortoiseshell pattern transitions from formal to casual settings.
- Price positioning
- Same $620 price as other Tom Ford full-acetate pilot frames.
- Size
- Lens width (56mm) matches the Icon Pilot; bridge (14mm) is 3mm narrower and temple (140mm) is 5mm shorter.
- Design
- Squared front silhouette with saddle bridge and T logo, distinct from teardrop pilots.
- Face shape
- Suits oval, round, and heart faces; larger 56mm width balances stronger jawlines.
- Weight distribution
- Oversized acetate frame distributes weight evenly; saddle bridge eliminates pressure points.
- Hypoallergenic
- Acetate frame is hypoallergenic, free of nickel and common metal allergens.
- Impact resistance
- Acetate bends under impact rather than snapping.
- Acetate material
- Acetate frame is an ethical, plant-based, hypoallergenic material.
- Pricing context
- At $620 USD ($785 CAD), the Rhonda is priced alongside other Tom Ford acetate pilots; the choice is silhouette preference.
- Acetate care
- Avoid heat above 60°C and solvent-based cleaners.
- Frame
- Opticians heat the frame to adjust fit and can also repair accidental bends.
- UV protection
- 100% UV protection covers both UVA and UVB rays.
- Polarization
- Lenses are not polarized; the gradient tint is a style, not functional, choice.
Product record
- Title
- Xl Rhonda Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Tom Ford
- Price
- 785 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front three-quarter view of oversized aviator-style sunglasses with a glossy tortoiseshell acetate frame, gradient brown lenses, and metal T-shaped temple accents.
- Frame shapeOversized aviator-style frame with a single-piece browline that gently curves over both lenses and rounded lower rims; temples are wide and taper toward the earpieces.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.46 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy acetate or plastic appearance with a mottled tortoiseshell pattern of dark brown and amber flecks.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.46 (high) - Lens appearanceRectangular-oval lenses with a brown gradient tint that is darker at the top and becomes lighter toward the bottom.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high) - Temple accentsMetal T-shaped decorative inlay at each temple hinge area in a light metallic finish aligned horizontally into the temple arm.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Brand text on lens“TOM FORD”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.43 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Temple width and curvatureTemples are relatively wide where they meet the frame and curve smoothly down and back toward the earpieces with a slight inward bend at the tips.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.38 · h 0.26 (high) - Finish detail at earpieceSmall rectangular metal plaque or accent visible near the outer edge of the right earpiece tip.
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.57 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, soft shadow beneath the sunglasses, and even soft lighting that produces subtle reflections on glossy surfaces.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the sunglasses placed on a flat surface, slightly angled so the right temple extends toward the camera's right.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and surface with a soft shadow beneath and slightly to the right of the product.
- Reflections and highlightsSoft specular highlights along the top edge of the frame and temples consistent with studio lighting; minor reflection visible on lens surfaces.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame#353533gradient brown· lenses#837463metallic light gold· metal temple accents#ABAA9E- Frame shapeOversized aviator-style frame with a single-piece browline that gently curves over both lenses and rounded lower rims; temples are wide and taper toward the earpieces.