
Simons
Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses
These Helena XL aviator sunglasses feature a large, oversized silhouette with a glossy black plastic frame and amber-tinted lenses. They provide 100% UV protection and are suitable for everyday wear. The frame includes an integrated nose bridge and wide tapering temples, with CE marking.
- 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
- Buyers say the one-size XL frame fits only larger face shapes comfortably.
- 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
- Iridescent shimmer is cosmetic and does not affect UV protection; it indicates budget plastic lenses.
- UV protection
- 100% UV protection covers both UVA and UVB rays up to 400nm.
- Polarization trade-off
- Lightweight frame and 100% UV protection for $19, without polarization.
- Physical attributes
- Buyers find these sturdy and lightweight, 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
- Available to try on at Simons stores and backed by the retailer's return policy.
- Frame durability
- Buyers consistently describe the frame as substantial and sturdy.
- 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 aviator from Simons with reliable returns; gender-neutral.
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.
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Customer Reviews
7 total7 reviews · out of 5
I feel like the coolest person I know
Took a gamble on a trend. . . and it payed off! Love these!
Trendy On A Budget
Love the oversized trendy look with the very reasonable price tag.
Sunnies for the stars
Well made and on trend just too clunky for my face.
Great sunglasses
Stylish, Substantial and sturdy. Well made. I would recommend.
Très fashion
Très fashion
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
Perfect for the price 👌
Great quality 👌