Simons
Balboa Square Aviator Sunglasses
Balboa Square Aviator Sunglasses feature a lightweight tortoiseshell acetate frame in a square-aviator silhouette with a molded bridge and a triangular cutout at the top bar. The pale green lenses offer 100% UV protection, and the temples taper to curved ear tips. Suitable for everyday sun wear.
- Material
- acetate
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Aviator-style square sunglasses with lightweight acetate frame and 100% UV protection.
Light and comfortable acetate frame with full UV protection.
- Material
- acetate
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- lightweight acetate frame
- square aviator style
- 100% UV protection
Product Insights
The Balboa Square Aviator Sunglasses deliver a squared-off aviator silhouette that matches GQ's spotlighted sub-trend at roughly one-third the price of comparable styles, with an acetate frame that is hypoallergenic, nickel-free, and can be polished to erase scratches, lasting 4-6 years with proper care (dropping cost to pennies per day). The frame is heat-adjustable by an optician for fit, but nose pads are non-adjustable, and temperatures above 60°C may warp the frame, which also allows fit adjustment.
Verified claims
- Longevity
- Acetate frame can be polished to erase scratches and lasts 4-6 years with proper care.
- Silhouette
- Square-aviator silhouette matches GQ’s featured on-trend design at roughly one-third the price.
- Care
- Acetate softens around 60°C, so leaving these sunglasses in a hot car can permanently twist the frame; storing them in a case when not worn keeps the fit intact.
- Fit
- Frame heat-adjustable by an optician; nose pads are non-adjustable.
- Material
- Acetate frame is hypoallergenic, nickel-free, and feels warmer than polycarbonate or metal.
- Durability
- At CA$19 and a 4–6 year acetate lifespan, these sunglasses cost roughly a penny per day, making them a multi-season accessory rather than a one-season purchase.
- Sensitive skin
- Acetate is naturally hypoallergenic and free of the nickel or metal alloys that irritate sensitive skin, so these sunglasses are less likely to cause temple-tip tenderness than metal-armed frames.
- Frame feel
- Compared with the polycarbonate frames common in budget aviators, the Balboa's acetate frame has a warmer, more substantial hand-feel while still delivering light, comfortable wear.
- Fit size
- Buyers describe these sunglasses as running large, but not so large that they overwhelm the face.
Product record
- Title
- Balboa Square Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Everyday sun protection in a lightweight frame
These square aviator sunglasses offer 100% UV protection for time outdoors in the sun. The light, comfortable acetate frame is suited to regular wear.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Balboa Square Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a light, comfortable acetate frame in a square-aviator style with 100% UV protection for everyday sun wear. It comes in a single ONE SIZE in the colour Taupe, so it suits shoppers looking for one simple, ready-to-wear option rather than a range of fits or finishes.[1,2] | Micaela Tinted Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want an oversized, retro aviator with warm orange-tinted lenses for casual daily wear and bright days, with 100% UV protection and a light, comfortable plastic frame that reviewers say earns compliments and pairs with many looks. Be aware the fit may overwhelm smaller faces and suits those who explicitly prefer large, statement-making sunglasses, and some wearers find the see-through plastic frame feels less premium than solid-color acetate.[3] | Sundown Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, comfortable aviator look with 100% UV protection, a translucent two-tone beige-to-clear frame, gradient tinted lenses, and a choice of Ivory/Cream Beige, Taupe, or Pink in one size. Reviewer feedback indicates the fit runs narrow (the metal arms can be bent slightly roomier, though wide faces may still find it uncomfortable) and the lenses appear darker in person than in online photos. Handle it gently: reviews describe a fragile frame, lenses that can pop out, no included protective case, and breakage risk for active or sports use.[4,5] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Three-quarter front view of a tortoiseshell acetate aviator-style frame with green-tinted lenses and a single-piece molded nose bridge with a small triangular cutout at the top bar.
- Frame shapeSquare-aviator silhouette with gently rounded lower corners and a straight horizontal top bar that extends into the temples.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.70 · h 0.40 (high) - Frame material and patternGlossy tortoiseshell patterned plastic frame showing irregular dark brown and amber patches across front and temples.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.85 · h 0.40 (high) - Bridge detailSingle-piece molded bridge with a small angular triangular cutout beneath the top bar at the center between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.38 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Lenses tintFlat pale green tinted lenses with minimal visible coating reflections.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high) - TemplesMedium-thickness straight temples with the same tortoiseshell pattern, tapering slightly toward curved ear tips.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.28 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Hinge constructionFrame-to-temple hinge area visible with small metal hinge pins set into the plastic.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium) - Inner temple text“EN CHINE”
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio shot on a light gray background with soft shadow beneath the glasses and even diffuse lighting; product shown at a three-quarter front-right angle.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front-right perspective with the right temple extending toward the image right edge and left temple visible behind the frame.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light gray backdrop and surface with a soft diffuse shadow directly beneath and slightly to the right of the frame.
- LightingEven, soft studio lighting producing gentle reflections on the glossy plastic and minimal harsh highlights.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame#4B4443pale green· lenses#B5C295- Frame shapeSquare-aviator silhouette with gently rounded lower corners and a straight horizontal top bar that extends into the temples.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Love these and so many
Love these and so many compliments every time I wear them. Love that they are on the larger side.
Perfectly Retro
Love them. Large but not too large.