Simons
Layla Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Layla Cat-Eye Sunglasses are a pair of fashion sunglasses with a cat-eye shaped full-rim frame made of glossy black plastic, accented by gold metal trim around the lenses and a metal bridge. The dark gray tinted lenses provide 100% UV protection, making them suitable for outdoor use while offering a lightweight and comfortable fit.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Size
Specifications
Cat-eye sunglasses with a light and comfortable frame and 100% UV protection.
100% UV protection
- Material
- Frame: Metal; Lenses: Plastic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Cat-eye frame shape
- Light and comfortable frame
- 100% UV protection
Product Insights
The Layla Cat-Eye Sunglasses by Simons combine a lightweight metal frame with adjustable nose pads and bendable temples for a custom fit, reducing pressure headaches and preventing cat-eye tilt, while offering full UV protection. Their 1950s-inspired silhouette suits square, round, and oval faces, but the metal construction demands regular cleaning and careful hinge maintenance to avoid corrosion and warping—a tradeoff for durability and adjustability at a $19 price point.
Verified claims
- UV protection
- Simons lists the Layla as providing 100% UV protection, and the plastic lenses support UV-blocking treatment without added cost.
- Weight and stability
- The lightweight frame and comfortable fit reduce the chance of pressure headaches and help the cat-eye silhouette sit securely without tilting forward.
- Adjustability
- Adjustable nose pads and bendable temples allow a custom, secure, comfortable fit on different nose shapes.
- Design heritage
- 1950s-inspired cat-eye silhouette with a softer, modern profile.
- Style
- Cat-eye silhouette merges 1950s Hollywood glamour with a softer, modern profile.
- Face shape
- Cat-eye's upswing softens square jaws, defines round faces, and complements oval faces.
- Frame
- Metal frame at $19 offers durability and adjustability lacking in plastic cat-eyes.
- Care routine
- Regular cleaning and storage prevent corrosion and warping.
- Hinge screw maintenance
- Tighten hinge screws in quarter turns, stopping at the first sign of resistance; if a screw spins freely, replace it and dab the new screw's threads with clear nail polish.
- UV400 / polarization
- The lenses are listed with 100% UV protection but do not explicitly state UV400 rating or polarization.
- Lens cleaning
- Use a microfiber cloth and a lens cleaner designed for eyewear, and avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive materials to protect the lenses.
- Perceived value
- Buyers describe the sunglasses as chic and say they look more expensive than their price.
- Budget positioning
- The Layla is a budget-friendly cat-eye option at CA$19, with a light and comfortable frame and 100% UV protection.
- Color options
- Third-party listings describe the Oxford colorway as a dark charcoal-grey rather than true black and cooler in bright daylight; Taupe is the warmer neutral alternative.
Product record
- Title
- Layla Cat-Eye Sunglasses
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Layla Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a light, comfortable pair of cat-eye sunglasses with 100% UV protection, upward-swept corners, and dark gray tinted lenses framed by thin gold metal trim. They come in one size, with Oxford and Taupe color options. Note that the nose pads are molded into the frame rather than separate silicone pieces, which may matter if you prefer adjustable padding.[1,2] | Syntax Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a light, comfortable cat-eye style with full sun coverage: the plastic frame and lenses offer 100% UV protection, and the upswept silhouette comes in a glossy finish with dark gray-blue lenses. It is offered in one size in black, taupe, or raspberry/cherry red.[3,4] | Carmen Soft Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a light, comfortable cat-eye style with a glossy front frame, thin gold metal temples, and gradient gray lenses that are darker at the top and lighter at the bottom. The plastic and metal construction comes with a 100% UV protection label indication, and it is offered in one size in Black and Taupe colors.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of cat-eye sunglasses shown from a three-quarter front angle; glossy black plastic frame with a thin gold metal trim around the lenses and bridge, and dark gray tinted lenses. Left temple interior shows legible manufacturing text.
- Overall shapeCat-eye silhouette with upward-swept outer corners; lenses are rounded-triangle shapes set in full-rim frames; temples extend straight back with a slight downward curve at the tips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.32 · w 0.84 · h 0.44 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy black plastic forms the main frame front and temples; surface appears smooth and reflective.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.70 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.44 · w 0.26 · h 0.26 (high) - Metal trim and bridgeThin gold-colored metal trim outlines the outer edge of both lenses and forms a narrow metal bridge between lenses.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.34 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Lens tintUniform dark gray tinted lenses with slightly lighter internal reflections near top-left of each lens.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.32 (high) - Interior temple text“MADE IN CHINA FABRIQUE EN CHINE”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.21 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high) - Nose pads and attachmentSmall integrated metal bridge with molded nose pad area where bridge meets the frame; nose pads are not separate silicone pieces.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; three-quarter front angle, even lighting, no props or packaging visible.
- Shot compositionSunglasses positioned slightly angled with left lens closer to camera, centered horizontally and set against a plain light gray background.
- Shadow and lightingSoft shadow visible under and to the right of the sunglasses consistent with overhead diffuse lighting; mild highlights on glossy frame surfaces.
Colors
gloss black· framewarm gold· metal trim and bridgesmoky gray· lenses#4A4B4C- Overall shapeCat-eye silhouette with upward-swept outer corners; lenses are rounded-triangle shapes set in full-rim frames; temples extend straight back with a slight downward curve at the tips.
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Super belle lunettes 🤓
J’adore🩷
Chic and look expensive
Always get compliments and people are shocked to know I only Paid $19 for them!