Quay
Talk Nice Cat-Eye Sunglasses
The Talk Nice Cat-Eye Sunglasses are cat-eye sunglasses by Quay, featuring a glossy tortoiseshell acetate frame and brown-tinted, scratch-resistant lenses. They offer level 3 UV protection and measure 55 mm in eye width, 17 mm in bridge, and 140 mm in temple length. User discussions indicate that Quay sunglasses balance style and affordability with reliable daily durability, though some styles may fit oversized on smaller face shapes.
- Material
- acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- vintage, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Cat-eye sunglasses from Quay collection with acetate frame, scratch-resistant lenses, and UV protection.
Scratch-resistant lenses, Level 3 UV protection, light acetate frame, includes soft case and cleaning cloth.
- Material
- acetate
- Style
- vintage, retro
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Quay collection from Australia
- Light and comfortable acetate frame
- Scratch-resistant lenses
- Level 3 UV protection rating
- Signature on the temples
- Soft case and small cleaning cloth included
- Eye width: 55 mm
- Bridge: 17 mm
- Temple: 140 mm
Product Insights
The Talk Nice Cat-Eye Sunglasses by Quay offer a narrower fit for smaller faces with built-in acetate nose pads and a lightweight contour, providing secure all-day comfort. Crafted from plant-based cellulose acetate with richer color depth and moisture resistance, they feature impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses delivering UV400 protection (ANSI Z80.3 and EN ISO 12312-1 certified) and a Category 3 dark tint for bright daylight. While standard lenses are non-polarized, a free polarized upgrade is available exclusively on Quay's website. Priced at $100 CAD, they cost about 3.3× the budget DIFF cat-eye but trade price for polycarbonate durability, even build quality reported by buyers, and multi-season reliability.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Narrower than Quay's signature oversized frames; fits smaller faces securely with nose pads and lightweight contour.
- Positioning
- Quay positions the Talk Nice against budget DIFF with a larger 55mm lens, built-in acetate nose pads, polycarbonate lenses, and a polarized version available at no extra cost.
- Competitive value
- At $100 CAD, the Talk Nice is about 3.3× the price of DIFF's CR-39 cat-eye ($29.97) for polycarbonate's durability.
- UV protection
- Level 3 UV protection, certified to ANSI Z80.3 and EN ISO 12312-1 for UV400.
- Tint
- Category 3 dark tint for bright daylight, not for twilight driving.
- Polarization
- Standard lenses are non-polarized; polarized version available at no extra cost.
- Moisture resistance
- Acetate frame resists moisture and sweat, so it holds its shape and finish in humid conditions and won't corrode like metal frames.
- Visual depth
- Acetate frame has richer color depth and a warm luster compared to injection-molded plastic.
- Plant-based origin
- Frame is made from plant-based cellulose acetate rather than petroleum-based plastic.
- Lens
- Acetate frame; polycarbonate lenses are impact-resistant with dual UV cert and free polarization, unlike DIFF's CR-39.
- Nose pad design
- Built-in acetate nose pads for a seamless, minimalist look.
- Daily wear comfort
- Lightweight, balanced acetate frame comfortable for all-day wear.
- Compliance
- Complies with ANSI Z80.3:2018 and EN ISO 12312-1:2022 UV safety standards.
- Lens durability
- The lenses are polycarbonate, inherently impact-resistant and sold as scratch-resistant.
Product record
- Title
- Talk Nice Cat-Eye Sunglasses
- Brand
- Quay
- Price
- 100 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 15 sourcesUses
Sunny-day wear with comfortable cat-eye coverage
For bright, sunny days when you want UV protection in a flattering cat-eye shape, these Quay sunglasses have a Level 3 UV protection rating and dark category 3 tint. The light, comfortable acetate frame with built-in nose pads and arms that hug rather than pinch helps them sit comfortably without slipping. Scratch-resistant lenses and an included soft case and cleaning cloth make them easy to keep in good shape for everyday wear.[1,2,3,4,5]
A flattering cat-eye accent for everyday looks
Quay's Talk Nice sunglasses pair a narrow cat-eye shape with a flattering, face-lifting silhouette that balances soft curves with bold style. With proportions that are neither overly oversized nor too petite, they contour along the brow and cheekbones and sit comfortably without slipping—an easy finishing touch to wear day to day.[1,6]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Talk Nice Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a narrow cat-eye silhouette in a light, comfortable acetate frame with built-in universal nose pads — offered in one size in a taupe/tortoiseshell finish (55 mm eye width, 17 mm bridge, 140 mm temple). The scratch-resistant lenses have a dark category 3 tint with Level 3 UV protection that the merchant calls perfect for sunny days, and a soft case and cleaning cloth are included. Note that the lenses are non-polarized, so choose accordingly if polarization matters to you.[1,2,3,4,6,7] | Call The Shots Rectangular Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a light, comfortable cat-eye frame with a rectangular lens shape and subtly upswept corners in a glossy finish, complete with a gold QUAY logo on the temple and a soft designer case. The lenses offer 100% UV protection with a Level 3 rating described as perfect for sunny days, in a brown gradient tint that darkens at the top, and built-in universal nose pads add fit flexibility. This taupe variant comes in one size only, with a 54 mm lens width, 19 mm bridge, and 150 mm temples, so check those dimensions against your face fit.[8,9,10,11] | Hit Single Narrow Angular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, comfortable golden metal frame in a narrow, slightly angular cat-eye style with dark grey-green lenses and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses with a Level 3 UV protection rating that the merchant describes as perfect for sunny days. Adjustable silicone nose pads and a 54 mm lens width with a medium-to-large fit help it suit a range of face shapes, though it is sold only in one size. It comes with a soft case and a small cleaning cloth.[12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
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Product
Single pair of cat-eye sunglasses with glossy tortoiseshell acetate frame and brown-tinted roundish cat-eye lenses; gold 'QUAY' logo visible on the outer right temple.
- Frame shapeCat-eye front frame with an upswept outer upper rim and rounded lower rims forming a tapered cat-eye silhouette.
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x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy acetate-looking material with a tortoiseshell/brown mottled pattern across the front and temples.
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x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Lens tintSolid brown-tinted lenses with a uniform color and subtle internal reflections.
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x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Right temple constructionStraight temple that narrows slightly before curving down at the ear tip; outer face shows the same tortoiseshell pattern.
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x 0.60 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high) - Left temple visible portionLeft temple seen folded back toward camera with matching tortoiseshell finish and curved ear tip.
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x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Inner temple small textSmall white printed text on the inner left temple is present but too small to read clearly at this resolution.Partial
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x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Temple logo text“QUAY”
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x 0.66 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft directional lighting from top-right producing faint shadows below and to the left of the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the sunglasses placed on a flat surface, slightly angled with the right temple extended toward the background.
- BackgroundEven light gray background occupying the whole frame.
- Shadows and lightingSoft shadow visible beneath and slightly left of the frame and temples consistent with top-right studio lighting; subtle highlights on glossy frame surfaces.
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x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus on the sunglasses with high detail; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame front and templesbrown tint· lenses#AD8162metallic gold· outer right temple logo- Frame shapeCat-eye front frame with an upswept outer upper rim and rounded lower rims forming a tapered cat-eye silhouette.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Quay
TALK NICE
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Reddit Insights
4 threads · r/NYCbitcheswithtaste, r/BuyItForLife, r/AusFemaleFashion, r/sunglassesOverall, Redditors praise Quay sunglasses for being stylish, affordable, and durable enough for everyday use, though some note that many styles are oversized.
The majority of comments highlight Quay's good value, durability, and style; minor criticism about oversizing does not significantly detract from the positive sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday fashion accessory
- Durable everyday wear
- UV protection
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Compared To
vs Diff Eyewear
Quay styles are generally larger and more oversized than Diff, but Quay products are more consistently even upon arrival.
Source Threads
Quay praised for style and affordability
Hit up Quay. They are stylish and very affordable. They look more expensive than they are. They also have cool BOGO sales online from time to time.
u/quickandnerdyr/NYCbitcheswithtasteView thread →
Quay sunglasses noted for durability
it really is a struggle to find sunnies that dont just fall apart after a season, like you want that everyday style but also something that can take a beating and my quay ones have been pretty reliable for a while now.
u/Aminazaki26r/BuyItForLifeView thread →
Quay recommended as Australian brand with good UV protection
You might be better off with an Australian brand such as Le Specs or Quay.
u/Mammoth_Breath_7249r/AusFemaleFashionView thread →
Comparison of Diff and Quay sizing and consistency
I do prefer the Diff styles more than Quay as most Quay's are huge and oversized. But all my Quay's never arrived uneven.
u/Dont_TaseMe_Bror/sunglassesView thread →