Simons
Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses
The Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses are women's sunglasses featuring a glossy black acetate frame and grey-blue tinted lenses with a cat-eye silhouette. They offer 100% UV protection, as indicated by the temple marking '100% UV Protection CE', and are designed with a lightweight, comfortable plastic frame suitable for various face shapes. Key specifications include a plastic frame material and standard temple hinges, with no dimensions provided.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Plastic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
Simons' exclusive Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses provide 100% UV protection and a face-flattering upswept design at a flat $19 CAD across three colorways, matching the quality of higher-priced models, but require precise fit at the widest part of the face and diligent care for durability.
Verified claims
- Face shape flattery
- Upswept outer corners lift and widen upper face, flattering round and square shapes.
- Frame fit
- Frame front should end at or slightly past widest part of face.
- Fit rule
- Buyers must apply the fit rule: frame ends at widest part of the face.
- UV protection
- 100% UV protection, unlike budget rivals that disclaim direct sun protection.
- Exclusive design
- Val is a Simons exclusive.
- Color options
- Available in three colorways (Black, Light Grey, Pink) at a flat $19 CAD.
- Quality consistency
- Same 100% UV protection and lightweight plastic frame as higher-priced Simons cat-eye models.
- Durability
- The $19 plastic frame can last multiple seasons with case storage and liquid cleaning.
Product record
- Title
- Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How cat-eye shapes suit different face types
- This model's 'any face shape' fit should be tested against the cardinal cat-eye rule: the frame front should end at or just past the widest part of your face; if it sits narrower than your cheekbones, the 'too small' look and temple sliding are likely.
- For round faces, the sharp angularity of a cat-eye's upswept edges introduces structural lines that break up soft facial curves, creating the perception of a more sculpted jawline and higher cheekbones without makeup or contouring.
- The curved, upward-sweeping contours of a cat-eye frame introduce a contrast against the straight, angular lines of a square jawline, effectively softening the face's strongest features without losing the frame's definition.
- The defining move of a cat-eye frame — the diagonally upswept outer corners — simultaneously lifts the eye line (counteracting lower-face heaviness) and widens the upper third (drawing attention to brows and cheekbones), which is why opticians and stylists consistently describe the shape as one of the most universally flattering.
How these compare to other budget cat-eye options
- The Val is a Simons exclusive, which gives it a degree of brand curation absent from generic marketplace cat-eye sunglasses — a subtle but meaningful point for shoppers who want a designed product at $19 rather than a no-name fast-fashion copy.
- The Val ships in Black, Light Grey, and Pink at the flat $19 CAD sticker, whereas many budget retailers either offer only one finish or charge more for seasonal tints — a straightforward advantage for building a small rotation of affordable statement eyewear.
- The Val explicitly states "100% UV protection," while direct competitor PrettyLittleThing's $12–$40 cat-eye models carry a warning that their lenses are "not for protection against direct sunlight," and budget-centric brands like ZeroUV often leave UV ratings unspecified — making the Val's concrete sun-safety guarantee a decisive purchase differentiator at this tier.
- The same 100% UV lightweight plastic frame is used across multiple Simons cat-eye models — from the Vivian to the Diva — including styles listed up to $29, so choosing the Val means selecting a silhouette rather than trading down on core protection or comfort.
Plastic frame durability and long-term care
- Consistent case storage — not just at home but every time they leave your face — is the single highest-impact habit for stretching the lifespan of a lightweight plastic frame, as it shields the arms from getting crushed in a bag and prevents the lenses from being scratched by keys or sand, a routine that shifts these from disposable fashion to a multi-season summer staple.
- Because dry-wiping with a shirt or paper towel grinds surface dust into the frame and lenses, the only safe cleaning method is a soak in lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap, followed by a gentle finger-rub and drying with a clean microfiber cloth — a routine that keeps the black finish from looking scratched-up after a few weeks at the beach.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing cat-eye sunglasses with glossy black acetate frame and medium grey-blue lenses, shown centered on a white background.
- Overall shapeSymmetrical cat-eye silhouette with pointed upper outer corners and a narrow bridge; front-facing view shows both lenses and full frame rim.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.26 · w 0.96 · h 0.48 (medium) - Frame material and finishGlossy black frame (appears to be hard plastic or acetate) with reflective highlights along the top rim and outer corners.
3 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - LensesRounded teardrop-shaped lenses with a medium grey-blue tint and even coloration across each lens.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high) - Bridge detailSmall, slightly raised central bridge integrated into the frame with the same glossy black finish.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Temples (visible portion)Inner portions of the temples are visible behind the lenses, matching the frame color and showing slight taper toward the ear.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.38 · w 0.10 · h 0.24 (medium); x 0.90 · y 0.38 · w 0.10 · h 0.24 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a white background with a soft shadow cast beneath the sunglasses, photographed head-on and centered.
- BackgroundPlain white background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft, diffuse grey shadow directly under the frame following the curvature of the lenses, strongest near the lower edge of the product.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionDevice photographed straight-on and centered with even frontal lighting; image shows full front face of the sunglasses.
Colors
gloss black· frame#0D0E0Dgrey-blue· lenses#72858B- Overall shapeSymmetrical cat-eye silhouette with pointed upper outer corners and a narrow bridge; front-facing view shows both lenses and full frame rim.
- 02
Product
Glossy black cat-eye sunglasses shown at a three-quarter side angle with blue-gray tinted lenses and slim temples; inner left temple text reads '100% UV Protection CE'.
- Frame shapeUpswept cat-eye frame with pointed upper outer corners and rounded lower rims, visible from a three-quarter side angle.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.34 (high) - Frame material and finishHigh-gloss black plastic frame visible across front and temples, with specular highlights along edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.44 · w 0.82 · h 0.34 (high) - Lens tintBlue-gray tinted lenses with uniform color and slight reflectance.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.50 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high) - Temple designSlim, straight temples that taper slightly toward curved temple tips; right temple extends toward the right edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.50 · h 0.28 (high) - Bridge and nose areaLow-profile molded saddle bridge integrated into the plastic frame connecting the lenses.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Hinge detailStandard inset hinge connecting front frame to temples, visible as a small joint at the upper outer corner of the frame.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.50 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (medium) - Inner left temple text“100% UV Protection CE”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Additional small marking on right temple interiorSmall white mark or short text near the inside of the right temple tip, partially visible and not fully legible.Partial
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft directional lighting producing a faint shadow below and to the right of the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side product shot positioned slightly left-of-center with the right temple extending toward the right edge of the image.
- Background and surfaceSeamless white background and white surface; product casts a soft gray shadow on the surface beneath and to the right.
- LightingEven studio lighting with soft shadows and visible highlights on the glossy frame edges.
Colors
gloss black· frame and temples#030303blue-gray· lenses#7E9299white· inner temple text#FFFFFF- Frame shapeUpswept cat-eye frame with pointed upper outer corners and rounded lower rims, visible from a three-quarter side angle.
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Customer Reviews
9 total9 reviews · out of 5
Fun and fashionable
Fun and fashionable
Lovely shape,
Lovely shape,
Crooked
Arms are crooked and won't fold properly. One side presses too closely to my cheek.
Un peu cheap mais font
Un peu cheap mais font la job.
Great!
Nice and light
Great sunglassed
I’ve received many compliments on these sunglasses. Bonus: they fit my relatively narrow face perfectly.
Cool Sunglasses
Really looked good. I little flimsy but they really suit me.
Tel que souhaité
Tel que souhaité
Perfect shape!
Great fit! Many of the cat's eye sunglasses are too big for my face, but these are just right. The price was reasonable, too, for someone who contiinually looses or breaks their sunglasses!
Q&A
2 answered- Are the Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses lightweight?
- Yes, the Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses are lightweight. The product description notes they have a 'light and comfortable plastic frame' [1].
- Do the Val Cat-Eye Sunglasses provide UV protection?
- Yes, they provide 100% UV protection, as stated in the product description [1].