Dries Van Noten
Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
These Dries Van Noten sunglasses feature an acetate tortoiseshell frame with gradient brown lenses that provide 100% UV protection for outdoor wear. Made in Japan, the frame has a subtle cat-eye silhouette, measures 57 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and 138 mm temple length, and includes a soft designer case, cleaning cloth, and signature storage box.
- Color
- Tortoiseshell
- Material
- Acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Classic tortoiseshell sunglasses with acetate frame and 100% UV protection, made in Japan.
100% UV protection, acetate frame, generous dynamic curves
- Color
- Tortoiseshell · brown
- Material
- Acetate
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Acetate frame
- 100% UV protection
- Generous and dynamic curves
- Made in Japan
- Soft designer case and small cleaning cloth included
- Signature storage box included
- Eye width: 57 mm
- Bridge: 18 mm
- Temple: 138 mm
- Narrative take on classic tortoiseshell
Product Insights
Dries Van Noten's tortoiseshell sunglasses offer an entry into the brand at $495 CAD, featuring Japanese acetate with multi-month curing for deep color and shape memory. Each pair's tortoiseshell pattern is unique due to layered material, though it may differ from online images. The 57mm eye width and 18mm bridge provide a standard medium fit, but non-adjustable nose pads may not suit all noses. Lenses provide 100% UV protection but are non-polarized, preserving natural color and screen visibility; they can be replaced with prescription lenses by an optician. The included designer case and box encourage long-term care, balancing one-of-a-kind aesthetics with functional compromises.
Verified claims
- Pattern uniqueness
- Each pair has a unique tortoiseshell pattern because the acetate is layered, so the exact pattern varies between pairs and may not match product photos.
- Fit
- 57 mm eye width and 18 mm bridge classify as a standard medium fit, matching Oliver Peoples and Garrett Leight.
- Nose pads
- Nose pads are integrated into the acetate frame and are not adjustable.
- Shape retention
- Japanese acetate's multi-month curing gives the frame superior shape memory, and the included designer case supports long-term care.
- Acetate quality
- Multi-month Japanese curing delivers deep color and superior shape memory.
- Entry price
- $495 CAD entry into Dries Van Noten with Japanese acetate construction
- UV protection
- Provides 100% UV protection, typically corresponding to UV400 and blocking 99-100% of UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nm.
- Non-polarized
- The lenses are not polarized.
- Lens replacement
- 57 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and acetate frame mean many opticians can replace the lenses, but this frame is not specifically designed for prescription use and should be confirmed by a professional.
- Color story
- Single brown tortoiseshell colorway, each with unique pattern.
- Packaging
- Designer case and signature storage box create a keepsake unboxing ritual that encourages long-term care.
- Fit comparison
- Classified as a standard medium fit, with proportions comparable to acetate frames from Oliver Peoples and Garrett Leight.
Product record
- Title
- Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
- Brand
- Dries Van Noten
- Price
- 495 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Glossy tortoiseshell acetate sunglasses shown at a three-quarter front-right angle with gradient brown lenses, visible temple arms and hinge rivets.
- Frame shapeThick glossy acetate frame with a widened rectangular lens opening that tapers slightly toward the outer edge, producing a subtle cat-eye silhouette when viewed from this angle.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.70 · h 0.38 (high) - Frame patternTortoiseshell pattern across the frame and temples consisting of dark brown base with amber and lighter brown flecks, glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.86 · h 0.30 (high) - LensesLens panes with a warm brown vertical gradient, darker at the top and lighter toward the bottom, fitted inside the frame with a visible inner rim.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.54 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Temple armsStraight tapered temple arms continuing the tortoiseshell pattern; left temple is visible inside face showing interior text, right temple extends back with a curved tip.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.62 · h 0.28 (high) - Hinge detailTwo small circular metal rivets visible at each temple hinge on the front outer face.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.54 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Inner left temple text“DRIES VAN NOTEN”
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.32 · w 0.22 · h 0.07 (high) - Inner right temple text“MADE IN JAPAN”Partial
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; three-quarter front-right perspective, even diffuse lighting.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front-right perspective showing front face and both temple arms laid on a flat surface.
- Background and shadowSmooth light-gray background with a soft shadow cast below and to the right of the sunglasses, indicating overhead diffuse lighting.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly lit product image with clear focus and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· frame and temples#443C3Awarm gradient brown· lensesmetallic silver· hinge rivets- Frame shapeThick glossy acetate frame with a widened rectangular lens opening that tapers slightly toward the outer edge, producing a subtle cat-eye silhouette when viewed from this angle.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Dries Van Noten
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