Jimmy Fairly
Kaya Narrow Rectangular Sunglasses
Kaya Narrow Rectangular Sunglasses by Jimmy Fairly at Simons are lightweight cellulose acetate eyewear featuring a tortoiseshell-patterned frame with pale green lenses and subtle metallic dot accents on the temple. They provide complete UVA and UVB protection with a Level 1 UV rating, suited for partly sunny days. Key specifications include an eye width of 51 mm, bridge of 18 mm, temple length of 145 mm, and they come with a designer case and cleaning cloth.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Lightweight narrow rectangular sunglasses with UVA/UVB protection.
Lightweight cellulose acetate frames, full UVA/UVB protection, level 1 UV rating.
- Material
- cellulose acetate
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- lightweight cellulose acetate frames
- full UVA and UVB protection lenses
- level 1 UV protection rating
- designer case included
- cleaning cloth included
- narrow rectangular shape
- eye width: 51 mm
- bridge: 18 mm
- temple: 145 mm
Product Insights
The Kaya Narrow Rectangular Sunglasses from Jimmy Fairly deliver $240 CAD optics through in-house lens design and a direct-to-consumer model, with lenses that tested superior to top glassmakers. Their non-polarized Level 1 tint preserves natural color and provides full UV protection, ideal for overcast conditions, trading glare reduction for optical clarity. The lightweight acetate frame is hypoallergenic and heat-adjustable for a custom fit, featuring a narrow 51mm profile suited for slim to average faces. Each purchase funds a pair of reading glasses for someone in need, a program that has helped over two million people since 2011.
Verified claims
- Light tint utility
- Non-polarized Level 1 tint transmits most visible light, preserving natural color, ideal for overcast and low-light wear.
- Lens performance
- In-house lens treatments topped blind tests vs. three largest glassmakers.
- Optical engineering
- In-house lens design and a direct-to-consumer sales model replace licensed lens technology with the brand's own optical engineering.
- Lens tint
- Level 1 tint provides full UV protection and natural color.
- Polarization
- Non-polarized lenses trade glare reduction for optical clarity.
- Social impact
- Each purchase funds a pair of reading glasses; program has helped over 2 million people since 2011.
- Fair pricing
- Direct-to-consumer model and in-house lens R&D (tested superior to top glassmakers) justify the $240 CAD price.
- Sizing
- 51mm lens and 18mm bridge suit slim to average faces; 145mm temples fit without gapping.
- Hypoallergenic
- Cellulose acetate frame is hypoallergenic, free of metal ions.
- Fit
- Acetate frame can be heat-adjusted by an optician for a custom fit.
- Frame weight
- The narrow 51 mm rectangular profile keeps material volume low, placing the Kaya toward the lighter end of the typical 20–35 g acetate frame range.
- Design identity
- Paris-designed, out-of-the-box styling, hand-assembled near Paris.
- Value
- The Kaya's value is in Parisian design, a light fashion tint, a designer case, and the one-for-one social impact program, not in polarization.
- Hypoallergenic frame
- Cellulose acetate is derived from cotton and free of metal allergens, so the frame is unlikely to provoke skin reactions, making it a lower-risk option for wearers with metal sensitivities.
- Frame material comparison
- The Kaya's cellulose acetate frame is stronger, more flexible, and richer in feel than standard injection-molded plastic, the same material strategy used by $400+ luxury frames.
Product record
- Title
- Kaya Narrow Rectangular Sunglasses
- Brand
- Jimmy Fairly
- Price
- 240 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Partly sunny day UV protection
These Jimmy Fairly Kaya sunglasses are a fit for partly sunny days, when light cloud still lets UV through. Their lenses provide complete UVA and UVB protection, with a Level 1 UV protection rating.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Kaya Narrow Rectangular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, comfortable narrow rectangular acetate frame in a tortoiseshell pattern with pale green tinted lenses — sized one size with a 51 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and 145 mm temples. The lenses provide complete UVA and UVB protection, but the Level 1 rating makes these best suited to partly sunny days rather than bright, full-sun conditions. A designer case and small cleaning cloth are included.[1,2] | Freja Rectangular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want lightweight, comfortable cellulose acetate frames in a rectangular-rounded silhouette with a glossy tortoiseshell finish and peach-to-light-orange tinted lenses. The lenses provide complete UVA and UVB protection with a Level 1 rating, which the retailer describes as perfect for partly sunny days rather than intense sun. This one-size Taupe variant measures 51 mm eye width, 21 mm bridge, and 142 mm temples, and comes with a designer case and small cleaning cloth.[3,4] | Etty Rectangular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, comfortable cellulose acetate pair in a glossy black rectangular shape with warm brown-to-amber gradient lenses, silver rivet details at the corners, and complete UVA and UVB protection with a Level 3 rating for sunny days. The listing gives a 48 mm eye width, 25 mm bridge, and 150 mm temples, sold as a one-size Black variant, with a designer case and small cleaning cloth included. Care guidelines recommend cleaning with a microfiber cloth and avoiding harsh chemicals or paper products on the frames and lenses.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Narrow rectangular sunglasses shown at a three-quarter front-right angle; tortoiseshell patterned acetate frame with pale green tinted rectangular lenses and small decorative dots on the right temple.
- Frame shapeNarrow rectangular eye rims with gently rounded corners and a slight inward curve at the bridge area, forming a continuous single-piece front.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.56 · w 0.68 · h 0.20 (high) - Frame material and patternShiny acetate-like material with tortoiseshell pattern showing dark brown and lighter amber-brown patches across the front and temples.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.50 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high) - Lens tintUniform pale green tinted rectangular lenses with slight internal reflection; both lenses show same tint.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Temple decorationThree small circular metallic dots arranged in a triangular cluster on the outer face of the right temple near the hinge.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.59 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Temple shapeSlim temples with a gentle outward bend then tapering to angled, flattened ear tips; right temple visible in near full length, left temple partially visible behind frame.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (medium) - Inner temple text“MY FAIRLY”Partial
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.11 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light grey background with soft shadow beneath the glasses; image shows a slightly elevated three-quarter front-right perspective.
- BackgroundEven light grey backdrop with no visible props or packaging.
- Shot perspectiveThree-quarter front-right view with the glasses angled so right temple extends toward the viewer's right and left temple recedes.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse lighting producing a faint soft-edged shadow below and slightly to the right of the glasses; subtle reflections on frame surfaces.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on product with even exposure and neutral color balance.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame (tortoiseshell pattern)#3D3C3Apale green· lensesmetallic gold· temple dots- Frame shapeNarrow rectangular eye rims with gently rounded corners and a slight inward curve at the bridge area, forming a continuous single-piece front.
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- Brand
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