Simons
Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses
Helena XL Aviator Sunglasses are oversized plastic-frame sunglasses offering 100% UV protection, suitable for daily wear and sun protection. The frame has a glossy black finish with semi-transparent amber/yellow lenses, an integrated nose bridge, and wide tapering temples. The lightweight construction provides comfort for prolonged use; the lens is CE marked and manufactured in China.
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Size
Specifications
Aviator-style sunglasses with lightweight plastic frame and 100% UV protection.
Lightweight plastic frame, 100% UV protection
- Material
- Plastic frame
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- aviator style
- XL size
- lightweight plastic frame
- 100% UV protection
- comfortable fit
Product Insights
The Helena XL Aviator Sunglasses from Simons offer a trend-forward oversized silhouette that is both lightweight and sturdy, featuring 100% UV protection up to 400nm. Priced at $19 CAD, they trade off polarization and lens quality for affordability, with plastic lenses that exhibit an iridescent shimmer and scratch more readily, and a one-size XL fit that suits only larger face shapes. Available in black or taupe without polarized or mirror options, they deliver on style and UV protection at a budget-friendly price backed by in-store try-ons and returns.
Verified claims
- Style appeal
- Buyers say the oversized aviator frame is trend-forward and feels lightweight yet sturdy.
- Lens quality
- Buyers report an iridescent lens shimmer that some find acceptable for the $19 price.
- Fit
- The one-size XL frame suits larger face shapes, though some buyers find it too clunky for their face.
- Color options
- Available only in black or taupe with no polarized or mirror lens options.
- Weight
- Despite the oversized silhouette, the plastic frame keeps the sunglasses lightweight.
- Build quality
- Buyers describe the frame as sturdy and substantial.
- Styling
- Buyers are drawn to the oversized trendy look.
- Buying confidence
- At $19 CAD, price beats LUENX and includes store returns.
- Iridescent shimmer
- Buyers note an iridescent shimmer that signals lower-cost plastic lenses.
- UV protection
- Provides 100% UV protection up to 400nm (UV400).
- Polarization trade-off
- Lightweight frame and 100% UV protection for $19, without polarization.
- Physical attributes
- The frame is lightweight and buyers describe it as sturdy, but the oversized fit may overwhelm small faces.
- Lens performance
- 100% UV protection, but buyers note iridescent shimmer and no polarization.
- Value
- Lenses are non-polarized, and buyers note an iridescent shimmer from lower-cost materials.
- Purchase experience
- Simons is a Canadian fashion retailer with a store-backed return policy for this $19 aviator.
- Lens material
- Plastic lenses (polycarbonate/CR-39) scratch more readily than glass.
- Cleaning
- Rinse lenses under water before wiping to prevent micro-scratches.
- Sturdiness
- Plastic frame is described as sturdy and well made despite the low price.
- Comfort
- Lightweight plastic frame enables all-day wear of oversized aviator silhouette.
- Target buyer
- Budget-friendly $19 aviator from Simons, a Canadian fashion retailer with store-backed returns.
- UV protection wording
- The product's '100% UV protection' is typically interpreted as blocking both UVA and UVB rays up to 400nm.
Product record
- Title
- Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Everyday sun protection with an oversized aviator look
For daily wear in the sun, these aviators offer 100% UV protection in a light, comfortable plastic frame that reviewers report holds up to regular use. The oversized frame suits some faces well, though it can feel clunky or too large on smaller faces, and there is no smaller size option.[1]
Elevating everyday outfits with a trendy oversized aviator
Reach for these Helena XL aviators when you want a trend-forward finishing touch that instantly lifts a look. Several reviewers report the sunglasses have a high-end appearance, and the oversized aviator silhouette is described as on-trend. The semi-transparent amber-tinted lenses let your eyes stay partially visible while worn.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Helena Xl Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want an on-trend, oversized aviator look with full UV protection — the light, comfortable plastic frame is reported to feel sturdy for everyday wear, and it comes in Black or Taupe in one size. Be aware the XL frame fits some faces perfectly but can feel too large or clunky on smaller faces, with no smaller size option, and the lenses show an iridescent shimmer that may bother anyone used to premium optics.[1] | Micaela Tinted Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a statement-making, oversized retro aviator with warm amber/orange tinted lenses that offer 100% UV protection for bright days. Reviewers describe the light plastic frame as comfortable for casual daily wear and say the retro shape adds a compliment-worthy touch to many looks. Note that the oversized fit may overwhelm smaller faces, and some wearers find the see-through plastic frame feels less premium.[3] | Sundown Aviator Sunglasses: Choose this if you want a lightweight, 100% UV-protective aviator with a two-tone translucent plastic frame, gradient brown-to-clear lenses, and thin metal temples, offered in one size across Ivory/Cream Beige, Taupe, and Pink. Reviewer feedback suggests it works best for careful, light use—like desk-to-dinner wear—since frames are reported to be brittle at the bridge, lenses can pop out, and no protective case is included. Note the width runs narrow (a risk for wide faces) and the tint looks darker in person than in photos, so it is not ideal for variable-light driving or active wear.[4,5] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Large aviator-style sunglasses with a thick glossy black upper frame and amber-tinted lenses, shown worn on a model facing the camera.
- Overall silhouetteLarge aviator-shaped sunglasses with a single continuous browline that forms a rounded teardrop lens outline; bridge area has a downward V-shape between the lenses.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.16 · w 0.58 · h 0.28 (high) - Frame material and finishThick plastic frame with a glossy finish appearing black in tone.
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x 0.24 · y 0.19 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Lens tintLenses have a warm amber/brown tint and are semi-transparent, allowing the eyes to be partially visible.
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x 0.30 · y 0.21 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Frame wrap and temple visibilityFrame wraps slightly around the sides of the face; temples are mostly out of view behind the model's hair.
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x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.26 (medium) - Nose area detailFrame sits directly on the model's nose with no visible separate metal nose pads; bridge is part of the molded plastic frame.
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x 0.42 · y 0.27 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible branding or textNo visible printed branding or text on the sunglasses discernible in this image.
Other
Lifestyle studio portrait of a model wearing the sunglasses against a vertical wooden panel background; warm directional lighting and tight crop focus on face and upper torso.
- Model pose and framingFrontal portrait crop from upper chest to top of head, model facing the camera with head slightly tilted.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.05 · w 0.80 · h 0.90 (high) - BackgroundVertical wooden panels in warm medium brown tones behind the model.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 1.00 (high) - Clothing and accessories (not product)Model wears a rust-brown knit sweater, hoop earrings, and a bead-style necklace visible at the collar; left hand near collar showing rings.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.54 · w 0.70 · h 0.42 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsWarm directional lighting from camera-left creates soft highlights on the glossy frame and subtle reflections on the lenses; overall image has warm color grading.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the face and sunglasses with shallow depth of field; no legible text or labels in the background.
Colors
gloss black· frame#020E1Damber brown· lenses#9A5C3B- Overall silhouetteLarge aviator-shaped sunglasses with a single continuous browline that forms a rounded teardrop lens outline; bridge area has a downward V-shape between the lenses.
- 02
Product
A pair of oversized aviator-style sunglasses with a thick glossy black frame, integrated nose area, wide tapering temples, and yellow-tinted lenses; shown at a front three-quarter angle with the right temple extending back.
- Frame geometryThick, single-piece glossy black front frame with an oversized aviator silhouette and a pronounced straight upper rim that angles down toward the temples.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.33 · w 0.75 · h 0.35 (high) - Lens tintBoth lenses are a uniform translucent yellow tint.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.33 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.42 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high) - Nose areaIntegrated nose bridge area formed by the same black frame material with rounded cut between lenses creating a small nose gap.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - TemplesWide black temples that taper toward the curved temple tips; right temple is visible extending back and resting above the surface.
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x 0.60 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.25 (high) - Hinge seamVertical seam line visible at the junction between the front frame and each temple indicating the hinge location.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.45 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.07 · y 0.46 · w 0.05 · h 0.18 (medium) - Inner temple marking“Small white printed text on the inside of the left temple near the tip.”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Inner temple characters“CE”
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x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium) - Inner temple country text“China”
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio shot at a front three-quarter angle on a light gray background with soft diffuse lighting and a soft shadow beneath the sunglasses.
- Shot angleFront three-quarter view with the right temple angled away from camera and the left front of frame slightly closer to camera.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background and surface with a soft drop shadow under the sunglasses.
- Reflections and highlightsSoft specular highlights on the glossy black frame and faint reflective shapes visible on the yellow lenses.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.35 · w 0.55 · h 0.20 (medium)
Colors
gloss black· frameamber yellow· lenses- Frame geometryThick, single-piece glossy black front frame with an oversized aviator silhouette and a pronounced straight upper rim that angles down toward the temples.
Customer Reviews
7 total7 reviews · out of 5
Good style
Great fit for my face. You do see the iridescent shimmer from a cheaper quality lens but for 20 bucks it’s okay
Trendy On A Budget
Love the oversized trendy look with the very reasonable price tag.
Great sunglasses
Stylish, Substantial and sturdy. Well made. I would recommend.
Sunnies for the stars
Well made and on trend just too clunky for my face.
Très fashion
Très fashion
Perfect for the price 👌
Great quality 👌
I feel like the coolest person I know
Took a gamble on a trend. . . and it payed off! Love these!