Parafina
Desierto Polarized Angular Sunglasses
The Desierto Polarized Angular Sunglasses from Parafina are lightweight sunglasses featuring an angular cat-eye inspired frame made from recycled HDPE plastic and brown polarized lenses with UV400 protection. They provide Level 3 UV protection for bright, sunny conditions and have an eye width of 51 mm, bridge of 22 mm, and temple length of 142 mm. The set includes a soft case and a planting pencil from the Parafina Social Project.
- Material
- Recycled HDPE plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- modern, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Size
Specifications
Polarized angular sunglasses with recycled frames and UV protection.
Polarized lenses, UV400 protection, lightweight recycled HDPE frames, includes planting pencil.
- Material
- Recycled HDPE plastic
- Style
- modern, minimal
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Lightweight frames
- Recycled HDPE plastic
- Polarized lenses
- UV400 protection
- Level 3 UV protection
- Soft case included
- Pencil with seeds for planting
- Parafina Social Project
- Angular frame shape
- Sunglasses from Spain
- 51 mm eye width
- 22 mm bridge
- 142 mm temple length
Product Insights
Parafina's Desierto Polarized Angular Sunglasses pair cold-weather durability (surviving -30°C drops, moisture swelling, and sunscreen etching) with HDPE frames that resist chemicals and retain shape, while the angular design adds definition and contrast for round, oval, and square faces. Priced at 125 CAD and in stock, they require gentle cleaning with mild soap and water and storage in the included soft case.
Verified claims
- Cold weather toughness
- Frame withstands -30°C drops, moisture swelling, and sunscreen etching.
- Face shapes
- The angular silhouette complements oval and square faces by adding contrast, and adds definition for round faces.
- Cleaning
- Use mild soap and warm water with a soft cloth; avoid harsh chemicals.
- Storage
- Store in the included soft case when not in use.
- Frame durability
- HDPE frames resist chemicals, moisture, cold, and retain shape.
- Weight and durability vs acetate/metal
- Recycled HDPE frames are lightweight and flexible with good impact resistance, but are generally less rigid than acetate and not as durable as metal in long-term hinge strength; they are more eco-friendly and corrosion-resistant.
- Frame measurements
- The Desierto frames are medium-sized angular frames with a 51 mm eye width, 22 mm bridge, and 142 mm temple length.
- Shape retention vs recycled PET
- The Desierto frames are more rigid and shape-retaining than recycled PET eyewear, so the angular silhouette holds its form without warping from handling.
Product record
- Title
- Desierto Polarized Angular Sunglasses
- Brand
- Parafina
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Everyday sun protection on bright days
These polarized, UV400-protected lenses carry a Level 3 UV protection rating, which the retailer describes as perfect for sunny days. The lightweight recycled HDPE frames are made for comfortable wear, with a low molded bridge that has a smooth rounded inner nose area and no separate nose pads.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Desierto Polarized Angular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want lightweight polarized sunglasses with UV400 protection and a Level 3 rating for sunny days, set in an angular cat-eye-inspired frame made with recycled plastic in a translucent amber-gradient finish. It suits wearers who like solid brown-tinted polycarbonate lenses and a molded bridge without separate nose pads, offered in one size with 51 mm eyes, a 22 mm bridge, and 142 mm temples in Ivory/Cream Beige or Taupe. A soft case and a Parafina Social Project pencil with planting seeds are included.[1,2] | Colina Polarized Cat-Eye Sunglasses: Choose this if you want polarized, UV400-protected lenses (blocking 99–100% of UVA and UVB light with certified category 3 filter) in a lightweight, water-resistant frame made from 100% recycled HDPE plastic, with a pronounced cat-eye silhouette in Black or Taupe. It suits buyers who value sustainability — Parafina donates 5% of purchases to its Social Project and includes a recycled case plus a plantable pencil — and the frame is also suitable for optical prescriptions. Note it comes only in one size (55 mm eye width, 20 mm bridge, 145 mm temples), so check those dimensions fit before ordering.[3,4,5,6] | Valle Polarized Sunglasses: Choose this if you have a slim or petite face—customer reviews report the narrow, flat frame fits small faces snugly and flatteringly, though it can leave side gaps and feel tight on average or wider faces. The polarized, green-tinted lenses offer 100% UV protection with a Level 3 rating suited to sunny days, and the frame is made from recycled plastic bottles and is suitable for optical prescriptions. Note that some reviewers found the lightweight frame feels delicate, so it may not suit rough, active handling; it comes in one size in Honey/Camel or Patterned Blue with a soft case and a plantable pencil included.[7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Three-quarter front view of a pair of translucent angular sunglasses with rounded brown lenses and visible right-temple branding.
- Overall silhouetteSunglasses shown at a low three-quarter angle with the front facing slightly left; temples open and resting on the surface so both temple arms and both lenses are visible.
- Frame geometryAngular cat-eye inspired frame with sharp, faceted upper corners and a pronounced bridge area; lens openings are rounded-oval within the angular outer frame.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.46 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high) - Frame material and finishTranslucent glossy plastic frame with a gradient from a pale amber/beige at the center to slightly darker amber toward the outer edges and temples.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.42 · w 0.76 · h 0.38 (medium) - LensesSolid brown tinted lenses with a uniform tint and no visible pattern or mirror finish.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Right temple constructionRight temple arm is straight with a consistent rectangular cross-section that tapers slightly toward the curved temple tip; hinge area visible with an integrated plastic hinge cover.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Brand text on right temple“PARAFINA”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Bridge detailLow, molded bridge formed from the same translucent plastic as the frame with a smooth rounded inner nose area; no separate nose pads are visible.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the sunglasses; even diffuse lighting and slight reflection on glossy plastic surfaces.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light gray background and surface with a diffuse, soft-edged shadow under the sunglasses toward the lower right.
- LightingEven studio lighting producing soft highlights on the glossy plastic frame and faint reflections on the lenses.
- Image crop and framingSunglasses centered horizontally and positioned in the lower half of the image with ample empty space above.
Colors
translucent amber beige· frame front and temples#C3AA95warm brown· lenses#93644B
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