Parafina
Colina Polarized Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Colina Polarized Cat-Eye Sunglasses from the Parafina collection feature lightweight recycled HDPE plastic frames and polarized UV400-protected lenses with Level 3 UV protection, suitable for bright sunny conditions. The cat-eye frame has a glossy black finish with dark gray-green tinted lenses, and includes a soft case and a plantable pencil from the Parafina Social Project. Key measurements: eye width 55 mm, bridge 20 mm, temple 145 mm.
- Material
- Recycled HDPE plastic
- Gender
- female
- Style
- vintage, classic, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Elegant cat-eye sunglasses with polarized lenses and sustainable recycled frames from the Parafina collection.
Polarized UV400-protected lenses, Level 3 UV protection, lightweight recycled HDPE frames, includes case and plantable pencil.
- Material
- Recycled HDPE plastic
- Style
- vintage, classic, retro
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- cat-eye silhouette
- polarized lenses
- UV400 protection
- level 3 UV protection
- recycled HDPE plastic frames
- lightweight construction
- includes soft case
- includes Parafina Social Project pencil with seeds
- Parafina collection from Spain
- lens width 55mm
- bridge width 20mm
- temple length 145mm
Product Insights
Parafina's Colina Polarized Cat-Eye Sunglasses pair a 55mm cat-eye frame optimized for heart and oval faces with a stable, adjustable temple wrap and 3-bar hinge, offering prescription-ready polycarbonate lenses that block 99–100% of UVA/UVB and cut reflected glare, though the Category 3 tint and polarization reduce visibility in shade and on LCD screens. The ultra-light frame, made from 100% recycled HDPE from post-consumer detergent containers, feels comfortable and includes a water-, grease-, and scratch-resistant coating for durability. Each 125 CAD purchase funds five percent of sales toward school scholarships and therapy, comes in a soft case with a plantable pencil identical to those given to sponsored children, and is backed by B Corp certification with verified CO2 and water savings per pair.
Verified claims
- Face shape
- 55mm cat-eye frame suits heart and oval faces per style guides.
- Fit stability
- Temple wrap, adjustable HDPE, water resistance, and 3-bar hinge maintain fit stability over time.
- Prescription
- Frame accepts prescription lenses.
- Light protection
- Blocks 82-92% of visible light and 99-100% of UVA/UVB rays, ideal for bright sun but too dark for tunnels or dusk.
- Polarization
- Cuts reflected glare from water, snow, and roads but can interfere with LCD screens at certain angles.
- UV protection
- Blocks 99–100% of UVA/UVB, shielding against cataracts and macular degeneration.
- Lens performance
- High-impact polycarbonate, Category 3 tint, and polarization minimize eye fatigue.
- Usability tradeoffs
- Tint and polarization may reduce visibility in shade and on screens.
- Additional features
- Frame accepts prescription lenses and features a water, grease, and scratch-resistant coating.
- Feel
- Buyers report the frame is ultra-light and comfortable, easy to forget wearing.
- Impact resistance
- 1mm polycarbonate lenses are more impact-resistant than standard acrylic lenses.
- Scratch resistance
- Lenses have a coating that resists scratches, water, and grease.
- Comfort
- HDPE frame is tough, flexible, water-resistant, and has a reinforced 3-bar hinge.
- Social project
- 5% of each sale funds 485 school scholarships and a support team.
- Cause packaging
- Soft case and plantable pencil from the Social Project mirror student supplies.
- Impact transparency
- B Corp certified with product-level CO2 and water savings data.
- Unboxing ritual
- Case and plantable pencil are identical to those given to sponsored children.
- Environmental impact
- CO₂ savings equivalent to 26 days of an LED bulb and 94.5 L of water saved.
- Price comparison
- The 125 CAD Colina undercuts similar polarized sunglasses from Sunski and Quince.
- Social impact
- Each Colina purchase funds scholarships and therapy while using 100% recycled HDPE with verified CO2 and water savings.
- Extra features
- The Colina is prescription-ready, includes a plantable pencil, and has polarized glare-reducing lenses.
- Material
- Frame: 100% recycled HDPE from post-consumer detergent containers.
- B Corp certification
- Parafina earned B Corp Best for the World 2022 in Community.
- Environmental metrics
- Colina saves 94.5L water and 26 days of CO₂ avoidance per pair.
Product record
- Title
- Colina Polarized Cat-Eye Sunglasses
- Brand
- Parafina
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front three-quarter view of a glossy full-rim cat-eye sunglasses frame with tinted lenses and slim temples; right temple shows a contrasting brand wordmark.
- Frame shapePronounced cat-eye silhouette with upswept outer corners and a single continuous full-rim surrounding each lens.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy black plastic acetate appearance on the front rim and temples, reflecting highlights along edges.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Lens color and finishUniform dark gray-green tinted lenses with a matte appearance and subtle internal reflection near the upper-right of each lens.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high) - Nose bridgeIntegrated molded bridge that is part of the continuous front frame with a slight V-shaped dip between lenses.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Temples and earpiecesSlim straight temples that taper toward rounded hooked earpieces with a small circular terminal hole at each end.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.42 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (medium) - Right temple wordmarkSmall contrasting wordmark printed on the outer side of the right temple.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.50 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Inner temple fine printNarrow fine-print text visible along the inner left temple but not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.33 · w 0.30 · h 0.06 (medium) - Temple hinge areaHinge area is visually continuous with the frame with no separate visible metal hinge plates from this angle.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.48 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium) - Legible text on product“PARAFINA”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a pale neutral background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; three-quarter front angle placement centered lower in the frame.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view with the frame angled so the right temple extends further back and the left temple is angled slightly toward the camera.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light gray neutral background and surface providing a soft shadow under the frame.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse lighting producing soft highlights on the glossy frame edges and minimal harsh shadows.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly under and slightly right of the sunglasses consistent with a light source above-left.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
gloss black· framedark gray-green tint· lenses#434A4Bbright white· right temple wordmark#EDEDED- Frame shapePronounced cat-eye silhouette with upswept outer corners and a single continuous full-rim surrounding each lens.