
Simons
Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses
Helena XL Aviator Sunglasses are oversized plastic-frame sunglasses offering 100% UV protection, suitable for daily wear and sun protection. The frame has a glossy black finish with semi-transparent amber/yellow lenses, an integrated nose bridge, and wide tapering temples. The lightweight construction provides comfort for prolonged use; the lens is CE marked and manufactured in China.
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Aviator-style sunglasses with lightweight plastic frame and 100% UV protection.
Lightweight plastic frame, 100% UV protection
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- aviator style
- XL size
- lightweight plastic frame
- 100% UV protection
- comfortable fit
Product Insights
The Helena XL Aviator Sunglasses from Simons offer a trend-forward oversized silhouette that is both lightweight and sturdy, featuring 100% UV protection up to 400nm. Priced at $19 CAD, they trade off polarization and lens quality for affordability, with plastic lenses that exhibit an iridescent shimmer and scratch more readily, and a one-size XL fit that suits only larger face shapes. Available in black or taupe without polarized or mirror options, they deliver on style and UV protection at a budget-friendly price backed by in-store try-ons and returns.
Verified claims
- Style appeal
- Buyers say the oversized aviator frame is trend-forward and feels lightweight yet sturdy.
- Lens quality
- Buyers report an iridescent lens shimmer that some find acceptable for the $19 price.
- Fit
- The one-size XL frame suits larger face shapes, though some buyers find it too clunky for their face.
- Color options
- Available only in black or taupe with no polarized or mirror lens options.
- Weight
- Despite the oversized silhouette, the plastic frame keeps the sunglasses lightweight.
- Build quality
- Buyers describe the frame as sturdy and substantial.
- Styling
- Buyers are drawn to the oversized trendy look.
- Buying confidence
- At $19 CAD, price beats LUENX and includes store returns.
- Iridescent shimmer
- Buyers note an iridescent shimmer that signals lower-cost plastic lenses.
- UV protection
- Provides 100% UV protection up to 400nm (UV400).
- Polarization trade-off
- Lightweight frame and 100% UV protection for $19, without polarization.
- Physical attributes
- The frame is lightweight and buyers describe it as sturdy, but the oversized fit may overwhelm small faces.
- Lens performance
- 100% UV protection, but buyers note iridescent shimmer and no polarization.
- Value
- Lenses are non-polarized, and buyers note an iridescent shimmer from lower-cost materials.
- Purchase experience
- Simons is a Canadian fashion retailer with a store-backed return policy for this $19 aviator.
- Lens material
- Plastic lenses (polycarbonate/CR-39) scratch more readily than glass.
- Cleaning
- Rinse lenses under water before wiping to prevent micro-scratches.
- Sturdiness
- Plastic frame is described as sturdy and well made despite the low price.
- Comfort
- Lightweight plastic frame enables all-day wear of oversized aviator silhouette.
- Target buyer
- Budget-friendly $19 aviator from Simons, a Canadian fashion retailer with store-backed returns.
- UV protection wording
- The product's '100% UV protection' is typically interpreted as blocking both UVA and UVB rays up to 400nm.
Product record
- Title
- Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Large aviator-style sunglasses with a thick glossy black upper frame and amber-tinted lenses, shown worn on a model facing the camera.
- Overall silhouetteLarge aviator-shaped sunglasses with a single continuous browline that forms a rounded teardrop lens outline; bridge area has a downward V-shape between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.16 · w 0.58 · h 0.28 (high) - Frame material and finishThick plastic frame with a glossy finish appearing black in tone.
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x 0.24 · y 0.19 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Lens tintLenses have a warm amber/brown tint and are semi-transparent, allowing the eyes to be partially visible.
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x 0.30 · y 0.21 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Frame wrap and temple visibilityFrame wraps slightly around the sides of the face; temples are mostly out of view behind the model's hair.
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x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.26 (medium) - Nose area detailFrame sits directly on the model's nose with no visible separate metal nose pads; bridge is part of the molded plastic frame.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.27 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible branding or textNo visible printed branding or text on the sunglasses discernible in this image.
Other
Lifestyle studio portrait of a model wearing the sunglasses against a vertical wooden panel background; warm directional lighting and tight crop focus on face and upper torso.
- Model pose and framingFrontal portrait crop from upper chest to top of head, model facing the camera with head slightly tilted.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.05 · w 0.80 · h 0.90 (high) - BackgroundVertical wooden panels in warm medium brown tones behind the model.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 1.00 (high) - Clothing and accessories (not product)Model wears a rust-brown knit sweater, hoop earrings, and a bead-style necklace visible at the collar; left hand near collar showing rings.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.54 · w 0.70 · h 0.42 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsWarm directional lighting from camera-left creates soft highlights on the glossy frame and subtle reflections on the lenses; overall image has warm color grading.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the face and sunglasses with shallow depth of field; no legible text or labels in the background.
Colors
gloss black· frame#020E1Damber brown· lenses#9A5C3B- Overall silhouetteLarge aviator-shaped sunglasses with a single continuous browline that forms a rounded teardrop lens outline; bridge area has a downward V-shape between the lenses.
- 02

Product
A pair of oversized aviator-style sunglasses with a thick glossy black frame, integrated nose area, wide tapering temples, and yellow-tinted lenses; shown at a front three-quarter angle with the right temple extending back.
- Frame geometryThick, single-piece glossy black front frame with an oversized aviator silhouette and a pronounced straight upper rim that angles down toward the temples.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.33 · w 0.75 · h 0.35 (high) - Lens tintBoth lenses are a uniform translucent yellow tint.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.33 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.42 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high) - Nose areaIntegrated nose bridge area formed by the same black frame material with rounded cut between lenses creating a small nose gap.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - TemplesWide black temples that taper toward the curved temple tips; right temple is visible extending back and resting above the surface.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.25 (high) - Hinge seamVertical seam line visible at the junction between the front frame and each temple indicating the hinge location.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.45 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.07 · y 0.46 · w 0.05 · h 0.18 (medium) - Inner temple marking“Small white printed text on the inside of the left temple near the tip.”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Inner temple characters“CE”
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x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium) - Inner temple country text“China”
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio shot at a front three-quarter angle on a light gray background with soft diffuse lighting and a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses.
- Shot angleFront three-quarter view with the right temple angled away from camera and the left front of frame slightly closer to camera.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background and surface with a soft drop shadow under the sunglasses.
- Reflections and highlightsSoft specular highlights on the glossy black frame and faint reflective shapes visible on the yellow lenses.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.35 · w 0.55 · h 0.20 (medium)
Colors
gloss black· frameamber yellow· lenses- Frame geometryThick, single-piece glossy black front frame with an oversized aviator silhouette and a pronounced straight upper rim that angles down toward the temples.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
7 total7 reviews · out of 5
Good style
Great fit for my face. You do see the iridescent shimmer from a cheaper quality lens but for 20 bucks it’s okay
Trendy On A Budget
Love the oversized trendy look with the very reasonable price tag.
Great sunglasses
Stylish, Substantial and sturdy. Well made. I would recommend.
Sunnies for the stars
Well made and on trend just too clunky for my face.
Très fashion
Très fashion
Perfect for the price 👌
Great quality 👌
I feel like the coolest person I know
Took a gamble on a trend. . . and it payed off! Love these!