Dries Van Noten
Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
CA$495.00CAD
In Stock
These Dries Van Noten tortoiseshell sunglasses feature a glossy acetate frame with a subtle cat-eye silhouette and gradient brown lenses. They provide 100% UV protection and are made in Japan, with dimensions of 57 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, and 138 mm temple length. A designer case, cleaning cloth, and signature storage box are included.
- Color
- Tortoiseshell
- Material
- Acetate
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Brown
Size
ONE SIZE
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 that may differ from online images.
- Fit
- 57 mm eye width and 18 mm bridge classify as a standard medium fit, matching Oliver Peoples and Garrett Leight.
- Nose pads
- Non-adjustable nose pads, standard for acetate; may not suit very high or low nose bridges.
- Prescription compatibility
- Possible to replace with prescription lenses due to standard dimensions; consult optician.
- Shape retention
- Japanese acetate's curing and included case maintain frame shape and fit long-term.
- Acetate quality
- Multi-month Japanese curing delivers deep color and superior shape memory.
- Unique pattern
- Each pair has a unique tortoiseshell pattern due to layered material.
- Entry price
- $495 CAD entry into Dries Van Noten with Japanese acetate construction
- Collector experience
- Includes designer case and box; each tortoiseshell pattern is one-of-a-kind
- Lens features
- Provides 100% UV protection but is not polarized; lenses can be replaced by opticians
- UV protection
- UV400 protection blocks 99-100% of UVA and UVB rays.
- Non-polarized
- Non-polarized lenses preserve natural color and screen visibility.
- Prescription replacement
- Frame can be fitted with prescription lenses by an optician.
- Lens replacement
- 57mm eye width, 18mm bridge, and acetate frame enable prescription lens installation by most opticians.
- 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.
Product record
- Title
- Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
- Brand
- Dries Van Noten
- Price
- 495 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value in the designer acetate market at $495 CAD
- Simons stocks this model only in brown tortoiseshell, aligning with Dries Van Noten’s seasonal, tightly edited approach where each release is a deliberate statement rather than a mass-market assortment — for a buyer overwhelmed by choice or seeking a singular look, this constraint is a value-add that simplifies decision-making and underscores the designer’s authority.
- The 57mm eye width and 18mm bridge classify these as a standard medium fit — the most popular size category across acetate frames — putting them in the same fit universe as flagship models from Oliver Peoples and Garrett Leight, so the online purchase risk is low because the proportions are widely calibrated to adult faces and compete directly with those better-known names.
- With Dries Van Noten ready-to-wear pieces routinely exceeding $2,500 CAD, these sunglasses at $495 CAD function as the brand’s most accessible physical entry point, translating the designer’s narrative-driven aesthetic into a daily-wear object without a four-figure investment — ideal for a first-time buyer or a collector seeking a wearable piece of the collection.
- Japanese acetate production, shared with many premium eyewear brands at the $400–$600 CAD tier, involves a multi-month curing process that yields deep, stable tortoiseshell patterning and superior shape memory — so the $495 CAD price is underpinned by the same supply chain costs that dedicated eyewear labels pay, making the Dries Van Noten markup modest for the designer name.
- The soft designer case and signature storage box included with every pair — explicitly listed on the product page — elevate the purchase to a keepsake-unboxing experience that mirrors the ritual-building packaging of luxury optical boutiques, compensating for the online purchase format by encouraging long-term care and emotional attachment to the object.
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.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- Are the lenses polarized?
- No, the lenses are not polarized. The product description specifies 100% UV protection but does not mention polarization.
- What is the specific UV protection rating (e.g., UV400)?
- The product states 100% UV protection, which typically corresponds to UV400 protection, blocking 99-100% of UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nanometers.
- Does the frame have adjustable nose pads?
- No, the frame does not have adjustable nose pads. As an acetate frame, nose pads are typically integrated into the frame and not adjustable.
- Can the lenses be replaced with prescription lenses?
- While not specifically designed for prescription replacement, many opticians can replace the lenses in acetate frames like this one. We recommend consulting a professional optician to confirm feasibility based on the frame dimensions (eye width 57 mm, bridge 18 mm).
- Does the tortoiseshell acetate pattern vary significantly between individual pairs?
- Yes, the tortoiseshell acetate pattern varies between individual pairs because it is a layered material that creates unique swirls and colors. Each pair is distinct.