CADDIS
Wabi Sabi Rounded Square Reading Glasses
The Wabi Sabi Rounded Square Reading Glasses from Caddis at Simons feature a lightweight, rounded-square frame made from high-density bio-acetate and a tortoiseshell pattern. Lenses include a scratch-resistant hard coating and a water, dirt, and grease-repellent treatment. Key specifications are 5-barrel industrial hinges, 45 mm eye width, 23 mm bridge, 145 mm temple length, and a signature storage pouch. Customer reviews praise the frame's design, though some note it may feel heavy and advise caution when selecting progressive lenses.
- Material
- high-density acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- wabi-sabi, modern, minimalist
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Specifications
Lightweight rounded square reading glasses with high-density acetate frame and premium coatings.
Scratch-resistant and water-repellent lenses, 5-barrel hinges, storage pouch.
- Material
- high-density acetate
- Style
- wabi-sabi, modern, minimalist
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- lightweight and comfortable frame
- high-density acetate derived from biotechnology
- rounded square frame shape
- premium hard coating for scratch resistance
- high-performance water, dirt, and grease-repellent coating
- 5-barrel industrial hinges
- signature storage pouch included
- eye width 45 mm
- bridge 23 mm
- temple 145 mm
Product Insights
The CADDIS Wabi Sabi Rounded Square Reading Glasses are premium, bio-acetate frames with a deep tortoiseshell finish, hypoallergenic comfort, durable five-barrel hinges, and water- and oil-repellent coatings that resist smudges. However, the progressive lenses cause significant distortion (single-vision recommended), the blue light coating is highly reflective with no anti-reflective layer, the fit suits narrow faces with high nose bridges but may slip on low bridges, some frames include unexpected engravings, and customer service is unhelpful for final sale returns and exchanges. The included soft pouch protects against dust and scratches but not impacts.
Verified claims
- Progressive lens
- Buyers report significant distortion with progressive lenses and recommend single-vision readers.
- Adjustability
- Opticians can heat and bend the temples for a custom, stay-put fit without snapping or warping.
- Hinges
- Five-barrel hinges are durable and can be tightened by an optician if they loosen over time.
- Fit
- Suits narrow faces with high nose bridges; may slip on low nose bridges.
- Glare
- The lenses do not have an anti-reflective coating; the listing specifies only scratch-resistant and water/dirt/grease-repellent coatings.
- Smudge
- Water- and oil-repellent coatings bead off sweat and resist smudges.
- Tortoiseshell finish
- Bio-acetate frame is cloudless, showing a deep vibrant tortoiseshell pattern.
- Tactile feel
- Frame retains the warm hand-feel of traditional acetate.
- Frame proportion
- 45mm lens width and 23mm bridge produce a refined, centered fit for narrower faces.
- Storage pouch
- The included storage pouch is a soft fabric sleeve that helps prevent dust and minor scratches but offers less impact protection than a hard case.
- Comfort
- Bio-acetate frame with plant-based plasticizers is inherently hypoallergenic.
- Aesthetic quality
- Bio-acetate yields pristine transparent frames and deep color saturation.
- Brand positioning
- Caddis describes this as a premium, bio-based acetate frame on their website.
- Scratch resistance
- The lenses have a premium hard coat that resists everyday scratches, staying optically clear longer than uncoated readers.
- Hypoallergenic frame
- The bio-acetate frame uses plant-based plasticizers, making it hypoallergenic and less likely to irritate skin during prolonged wear.
Product record
- Title
- Wabi Sabi Rounded Square Reading Glasses
- Brand
- CADDIS
- Price
- 160 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Wabi Sabi Rounded Square Reading Glasses: Choose this if you want lightweight, comfortable readers with a glossy rounded-square look — one customer called the tortoiseshell frame beautiful — built from bio-based acetate with 5-barrel industrial hinges and scratch-resistant, water- and smudge-repellent lens coatings that are easy to maintain. It suits smaller faces, with a 45 mm eye width and a 23 mm bridge, and comes in Taupe in 1.5 or 2.0 magnification with a signature storage pouch included. Note that one Wabi Sabi owner was unsure whether the progressive lenses worked for them and considered exchanging for plain readers, so lens type matters if that applies to you.[1,2,3,4] | Neta Reading Glasses: Choose this if you want full-rim rectangular reading glasses with a glossy black, high-density bio-acetate frame, a punch-through keyhole bridge with integrated acetate nose pads, and 5-barrel industrial hinges built to withstand over 25,000 flex cycles. The clear lenses carry a hard anti-scratch coating plus a water, dirt, and grease-repellent coating that the maker says eases cleaning and supports optics, and the frames come in 53 mm eye width with an 18 mm bridge and 140 mm temples. They are offered in magnifications 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5 in Black, while Brown is listed in 2.0 only.[5,6,7] | Miklos Rectangular Reading Glasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, comfortable daily reader for everyday reading and computer work, with a thick, sturdy bio-acetate frame in a large fit that reviewers say looks as advertised and draws compliments. The scratch-resistant, anti-reflective and smudge-repellent lens coatings ease upkeep, a storage pouch is included, and it comes in magnification strengths of 1.5 and 2.0 in Taupe or Green. Note that the arms run tight for some wearers and may cause headaches during extended wear if you are pressure-sensitive, so check the sizing carefully.[8,9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing pair of glossy tortoiseshell eyeglass frames with rounded-square lenses set in full-rim acetate; clear lightly green-tinted lenses; temples visible behind the lenses and casting soft shadows on the surface.
- Frame shapeFull-rim rounded-square front with a slight saddle-style center bridge and gently curved upper brow line.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.33 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Material and finishGlossy acetate appearance with a polished, shiny surface and visible light reflections along the top edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.33 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high) - Color patternTortoiseshell pattern mixing dark brown, amber and yellow patches across the full rim and visible temple sections.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.33 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - LensesClear lenses with a subtle pale green tint visible across both lens surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.42 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high) - Temple visibilityTemple arms extend rearward and are visible through the lenses as blurred darker shapes ending in slightly rounded tips.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (medium) - Metal hinge accentsSmall rectangular vertical metal rivet accents located near the outer top corners of both rims.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.38 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.87 · y 0.38 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (high) - Lens print or markTiny white printed mark on the upper outer area of the right lens; characters are faint and not clearly legible.Uncertain
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (low)
Other
Studio-front product shot on a neutral light gray background with even top lighting and soft cast shadows beneath the frame; centered composition with slight perspective flattening.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background filling the frame.
- ShadowsSoft diffuse shadow cast below and slightly to the left and right of the frame, matching the frame contour.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionCentered front-facing view with the glasses occupying the lower central portion of the image and considerable empty space above.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting producing soft highlights along the top rim and subtle reflections on lens surfaces.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown-amber· frame#3C2D2Cpale green tint· lenses- Frame shapeFull-rim rounded-square front with a slight saddle-style center bridge and gently curved upper brow line.
- 02
Product
Glossy tortoiseshell acetate eyeglass frame with rounded-square lenses, visible temples with printed inner text, metal hinge accents, and lightly tinted lenses showing a pale green-blue reflection.
- Frame shapeRounded-square full-rim frame with slightly thick glossy acetate rims and a subtle keyhole-style bridge area visible from this angle.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.48 · w 0.38 · h 0.30 (high) - Temple armsTwo full-length temples in matching tortoiseshell acetate with slightly tapered rounded tips and a smooth glossy finish.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.48 · y 0.45 · w 0.47 · h 0.28 (high) - Hinge detailSmall triangular metal inlay at the temple hinge on the outer temple near the front of the frame.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.53 · w 0.08 · h 0.07 (high) - Corner metal pinSmall vertical rectangular metal pin inset into the front frame near the upper outer corner of each lens.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.53 · w 0.02 · h 0.04 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.53 · w 0.02 · h 0.04 (high) - Lens tint and reflectionsClear lenses with a faint pale green-blue anti-reflective tint visible as subtle color reflections across both lens surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Inner temple text“CADDIS”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.09 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadowing under the glasses and even front lighting; image cropped with empty space above the product.
- Background and lightingEven, pale neutral studio background with soft shadow cast by the glasses to the lower right, indicating directional overhead lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter angled side view of the glasses showing front and both temples, positioned on a flat surface.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown with amber flecks· frame front and templespale aqua tint· lenses- Frame shapeRounded-square full-rim frame with slightly thick glossy acetate rims and a subtle keyhole-style bridge area visible from this angle.
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/glassesReddit users praise Caddis reading glasses for their stylish design but frequently criticize progressive lens performance, heavy frames, and unreliable customer service.
While the aesthetics receive positive remarks, the prevalent complaints about lens quality, comfort, and support create a cautious and somewhat negative overall sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Non-prescription reading glasses
- Prescription glasses (especially for strong prescriptions)
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Roka
Roka is recommended as a superior alternative with lightweight frames, secure fit for activities, and excellent customer service.
Source Threads
Positive frame aesthetics but uncertain about progressive lenses
just got Wabi Sabi-it's a beautiful frame-not sure the progressive is working for me however-i may exchange for just readers.
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