CHIMI
Core 06 Cat-Eye Sunglasses
These Core 06 cat-eye sunglasses from the Chimi collection feature a glossy acetate frame with level 3 UV-protective lenses offering complete UVA and UVB coverage. Designed for everyday use, they measure 53 mm eye width, 21 mm bridge, and 145 mm temples, and include a rigid designer case. Feedback on similar Chimi models highlights durable frame construction, though lens quality may vary.
- Gender
- female
- Style
- retro, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Size
Specifications
Cat-eye sunglasses with UV protection and acetate frame.
Complete UVA and UVB protection, level 3 UV rating, lightweight acetate frame, includes designer case.
- Material
- Acetate
- Style
- retro, classic
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Complete UVA and UVB protection
- Level 3 UV protection rating
- Light and comfortable acetate frame
- Rigid designer case included
- Cat-eye silhouette
- Lens width: 53 mm
- Bridge: 21 mm
- Temple: 145 mm
Product Insights
CHIMI's Core 06 Cat-Eye Sunglasses, a Stockholm indie brand since 2016, offer a square-wing cat-eye silhouette tailored for heart and diamond faces with small to medium heads, featuring a heavier, adjustable acetate frame with scratch-resistant finish and rigid case. The core promise is superior fit-and-finish compared to Warby Parker, with Cat 3 UV protection (100% UVA/UVB, 82-92% visible light blockage), distortion-free optics, and prescription compatibility. However, the main tradeoff is compromised lens performance: absence of anti-reflective coating causes reflections, gradient lenses provide negligible light blockage for bright sun, lack of polarization reduces glare reduction, and lenses are susceptible to scratching and rated inferior to Ray Ban Polarized by buyers.
Verified claims
- Peripheral reflections
- Lenses lack anti-reflective coating, creating noticeable reflections.
- Tint
- Category 3 lenses provide high sunglare reduction suited to intense sun and bright beach days.
- Sizing
- Fits small to medium heads, with 145 mm temples and 53 mm eye width.
- Face shape
- Cat-eye styling is recommended for heart-shaped and diamond faces.
- Silhouette
- Square-wing cat-eye silhouette, distinct from Warby Parker Liana's tapered design.
- Fit
- Fits heart/diamond faces, small-medium heads, with 145 mm temples that are 5 mm longer than Liana for stable cat-eye alignment on wider faces.
- Brand heritage
- Stockholm indie brand founded in 2016 by childhood friends, distinct from corporate DTC competitors.
- Build quality
- Acetate frame is heavier, adjustable, and scratch-resistant; beats Warby Parker build.
- Design & brand
- Stockholm indie brand; modern cat-eye with square wings and angled arches.
- Durability
- Scratch-resistant finish, solid hinges, and rigid case protect the frame.
- Value
- At $220 CAD, buyers report CHIMI beats Warby Parker for fit-and-finish.
- UV protection
- Category 3 lenses provide high sunglare reduction for bright sun and offer full UVA/UVB protection that meets the UV400 standard.
- Polarization
- Polarization is not confirmed for the Core 06; do not assume glare reduction for driving or water activities.
- Optical clarity
- Distortion-free optics; high Abbe value reduces chromatic aberration.
- Case
- Included rigid case blocks UV and humidity to prevent acetate fading and oxidation.
- Prescription lenses
- The acetate frame can likely be fitted with prescription lenses by an optician, but the listing does not confirm compatibility.
- Cleaning
- Use a microfiber cloth and lens cleaning solution, and avoid paper towels or abrasive materials to prevent scratches.
- Storage care
- Use the included rigid case to preserve acetate color and gloss.
- Head size
- 53 mm eye width, narrower than typical, fits small to medium heads.
- Optician adjustability
- The acetate frame can be heated and adjusted by an optician to fine-tune the temple curve and bridge width for a more personalized fit, and can be readjusted later if it loosens.
- Frame color durability
- The black and taupe frame pigments are embedded throughout the acetate, so the color won't chip, peel, or fade even as the surface picks up micro-scratches.
Product record
- Title
- Core 06 Cat-Eye Sunglasses
- Brand
- CHIMI
- Price
- 220 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 14 sourcesUses
Sunny-day sun protection with full UV coverage
These cat-eye sunglasses are made for bright, sunny days, with lenses that offer complete UVA and UVB protection and a Level 3 UV protection rating. The light, comfortable acetate frame makes them easy to wear outdoors, and the brand describes the frame as fitting small to medium heads.[2,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Core 06 Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a bold, feminine cat-eye look with a thick glossy acetate frame and dark grey lenses — the brand describes the style as combining square wings and angled arches. The lenses offer 100% UVA/UVB protection with a Level 3 rating suited to sunny days, plus high glare reduction, scratch and impact resistance, and distortion-free vision. Handcrafted in Italian acetate and offered in one size (eye width 53 mm, bridge 21 mm, temple 145 mm) in Black or Taupe, the brand notes it fits small to medium heads, and a rigid designer case is included.[1,2,3,4,5] | Solstice Narrow Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a glossy black, narrow cat-eye style with rounded lenses for sunny days: the lenses carry a Level 3 UV rating with 100% UVA and UVB protection and are described as scratch-resistant and anti-shatter, and the lightweight, comfortable frame is made from certified biosourced and recycled Eastman Acetate Renew™. It comes as one size (eye width 53 mm, bridge 19 mm, temple 145 mm) with a soft designer case and cleaning cloth included. Note that a Shopbop listing describes the lenses as non-polarized, so consider that if polarization matters to you.[6,7,8,9] | Core 04 Square Sunglasses: Choose this if you want full-coverage sun protection for bright days: the lenses provide complete UVA and UVB protection with a Level 3 rating, and the brand also lists distortion-free, anti-shatter lenses. Choose it for a bold, glossy black square look in handcrafted premium Italian acetate, with a light and comfortable frame that comes with a rigid designer case. Note it is offered in a single one-size fit (45 millimetre eye width, 24 millimetre bridge, 145 millimetre temples), so the fit is fixed.[10,11,12,13,14] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing glossy black cat-eye sunglasses with thick frames and dark grey lenses; temples are partially visible behind the lenses.
- Frame shapePronounced cat-eye silhouette with upswept outer corners and a continuous single-piece front frame surrounding both lenses.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.33 · w 0.94 · h 0.34 (high) - Frame material and finishThick glossy black material with high specular highlights suggesting a polished plastic or acetate finish.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.33 · w 0.94 · h 0.34 (high) - BridgeSmall, narrow keyhole-style bridge integrated into the single front piece, centered between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Left lensDark grey lens with a slight uniform tint, set within the left cat-eye frame.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.44 · w 0.26 · h 0.24 (high) - Right lensDark grey lens with a slight uniform tint, set within the right cat-eye frame.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.44 · w 0.26 · h 0.24 (high) - Temples visibleInner sections of both temples are visible behind the lenses angled slightly toward the rear; they appear to match the frame in color and finish.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.83 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (medium) - Surface reflectionsBright specular highlights appear along the top edge of the frame indicating a reflective polished surface.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.33 · w 0.80 · h 0.07 (high)
Other
Studio-style front-on product shot on a light neutral background with a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses.
- BackgroundUniform light grey background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow beneath the sunglasses extending horizontally, indicating overhead lighting.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionCentered front-on crop with the sunglasses occupying the lower half of the image and substantial blank space above.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the product with clear edges and visible reflections; no legible printed text visible on the product or in the scene.
Colors
gloss black· frame#0C0E0Ddark grey· lenses#4D4A4D- Frame shapePronounced cat-eye silhouette with upswept outer corners and a continuous single-piece front frame surrounding both lenses.
- 02
Product
Glossy black cat-eye eyeglass frame with dark gray lenses and thick straight temples; inner left temple shows a small metallic plaque and printed text.
- Frame shapeCat-eye front with rounded lower rims and upswept outer corners; face of the frame is a continuous glossy black surround around each lens.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.55 · h 0.30 (high) - TemplesThick, straight black temples with a gradual inward curve at the temple tips; right temple is fully visible and extends toward the right image edge.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.34 · w 0.45 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (medium) - LensesFlat, uniform dark gray lenses with no visible gradient or mirror finish; lenses sit set back slightly from the outermost rim of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.27 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.48 · w 0.33 · h 0.28 (high) - Inner temple plaqueSmall rectangular metallic plaque set into the inner side of the left temple near the hinge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.31 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high) - Inner temple printed text“Short printed text on the inner left temple visible beside the plaque.”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with soft directional lighting from upper left; visible soft shadows under and to the right of the sunglasses.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side perspective showing front and both temples laid flat on surface with right temple angled toward viewer's right.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background and surface with subtle shadow beneath the product.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft directional lighting produces a diffuse shadow primarily to the lower-right of the glasses and gentle highlights on glossy surfaces.
Colors
gloss black· frame#232524dark gray· lenses#434343brushed gold· inner temple plaque#ABACB1- Frame shapeCat-eye front with rounded lower rims and upswept outer corners; face of the frame is a continuous glossy black surround around each lens.
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Magnifiques
Belle lunettes, super bien faites avec une belle lourdeur. Prix tout à fait résonable pour cette qualité.
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/sunglassesReddit users generally praise Chimi sunglasses for their stylish design and sturdy build quality, but often criticize the lens quality, particularly issues with reflections and lack of anti-reflective coating.
Positive comments about build quality and aesthetics are common, but significant complaints about lens performance and distracting reflections bring the overall sentiment to slightly positive/mixed.
Themes
Use Cases
- Daily wear fashion sunglasses
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Ray Ban
Ray Ban polarized lenses are considered superior to Chimi's, though Chimi frames are stylish.
vs Warby Parker
Chimi offers better build quality and materials than Warby Parker at a comparable price.
Source Threads
Positive review of Chimi build quality and aesthetics
I bought two pairs last summer and wear them daily. I LOVE them. They look expensive and the quality is there.
u/newmittensr/sunglassesView thread →
Critique of Chimi lens quality compared to Ray Ban
Bought a pair in stockholm. IMO the glass/lens is the weak link of the glasses, the first pair (Gradient) blocked zero light. Second darker pair blocks light well, but the quality of my friends Ray Ban Polarized seems higher. Still absolutely usable and look great but at some point I wonder if i can have a lens shop grind me some new lenses for these
u/CapitalDreamr/sunglassesView thread →
Comparison to Warby Parker highlighting Chimi's superior quality
Just bought some Chimi in the NYC store. Pleasantly surprised in quality and fit and finish. Blows Warby out of the water at a similar price point. Acetate is heavy and premium, and the hinges feel solid and slightly stiff (in a good way, like a Mercedes door). They look and feel high quality.
u/phonehomemusicr/sunglassesView thread →