Margot Angular Oval Sunglasses

Verified claims

Fit

Narrow 15mm bridge sits high and stable on low or average nose bridges.

Weight and comfort

Lightweight bioplastic frame and polycarbonate lenses reduce weight and resist sliding.

Shatter resistance

Lenses meet the FDA drop ball impact test for safety eyewear.

UV permanence

UV400 protection is built into the lens material and cannot wear off.

Light transmission

Category 3 rating: filters 8–18% of visible light for intense sun.

Material

Bioplastic frame from renewable Bio Nylon G850, lighter than acetate or metal

Heat sensitivity

Frame may warp if exposed to extreme heat like a hot car interior

Warranty

2-year manufacturer warranty, longer than typical fashion eyewear.

Owner experiences

Buyer feedback on durability ranges from years-long use to comparisons below premium brands.

Care accessories

Includes cleaning cloth and soft pouch for lens and frame maintenance.

Value

2-year warranty, cleaning cloth, and pouch included at roughly a third of premium frame prices.

Lens

Category 3 UV400 polycarbonate lenses: impact-rated, 30% lighter than standard.

Frame quality

Bioplastic Bio Nylon G850 frame with narrow bridge and 54mm lenses fits most face shapes securely.

Heat warping

Bioplastic frame can warp in extreme heat; warranty excludes heat damage.

Hot-weather comfort

Lightweight bioplastic frame reduces sliding and pressure points in hot weather.

Product record

Title

Margot Angular Oval Sunglasses

Brand

KOMONO

Price

125 CAD

Availability

In stock

Value compared to other sunglasses in this price range

• Constructed from Bio Nylon G850, a renewable‑sourced polymer, the Margot’s frame avoids petroleum‑based plastics typical of its price class and provides a legitimate sustainability story without the green premium of high‑end eco‑eyewear.
• The Category 3 lens rating filters out 8–18% of visible light, a level designed for intense sunshine and the same class used by driving and boating glasses — it’s a step up from the lighter tints common in fashion‑first frames and keeps eyes comfortable on bright beach days or in open snow glare.
• KOMONO backs the Margot with a 2‑year warranty, a coverage span that outstrips the typical fashion‑eyewear warranty by a full year and signals real confidence in the frame’s resistance to everyday bumps and flexing.
• The packaging includes a cleaning cloth and a soft pouch, adding immediate protective value that helps the scratch‑resistant lenses stay pristine — not a given at this price, where some brands ship sunglasses loose or with a basic sleeve.
• The bioplastic composition yields a notably light frame that avoids the weight‑induced discomfort of metal arms and the rigid pressure points of heavy acetate — a practical advantage for all‑day wearers who often take sunglasses off midway through a long outing.

Polycarbonate lens benefits for everyday wear

• Polycarbonate passes the FDA drop ball test so readily that it's the only lens material recommended for children's glasses and OSHA-rated safety eyewear, so while the Margot is styled as a fashion piece, its lenses are genuinely protective — an uncommon overlap that makes them a smart pick for outdoor concerts, bike rides, or a weekend hike.
• The Margot's polycarbonate lenses are designated UV400, meaning they filter out virtually 100% of UVA and UVB rays up to 400nm — the highest protection level offered in sunglasses — and because this filtering is built into the lens material rather than applied as a surface coating, it won't scratch off or degrade with cleaning.
• At up to 30% lighter than regular glass or plastic lenses, the Margot's polycarbonate lenses reduce the overall weight of the sunglasses to a barely-there feel, which matters when you're wearing them from morning market to sunset dinner without wanting to take them off.