The danger with aviator sunglasses is that sometimes they can wear you, rather than the other way round. But the new Esteros from Californian brand, Sunski, hit that sweet spot between style and statement. They're the kind of shades that go well with just about anything, whether you're dressed up for work or dressed down for the beach. And the build quality is fantastic, with polarised CR-39 2mm lenses that'll block 100% of damaging UV rays. The tough metal frames are designed with comfort in mind, and sculpted nose pads make them comfortable for all-day wear. Compared to Sunski's other aviator sunnies – the Astras – these have a squarer, more modern shape. They suit quite a broad range of faces and are a great pick if you want a dash of classic Americana without going full-on Dallas Buyers Club.
The Estero is a large sized frame with a rectangular aviator shape.
US brand Sunski, based in sunny California, do things differently. All their styles are 100% original, designed from scratch at their studio in San Francisco. From the outset they prioritised style, fit, performance, value and sustainability. That means honest pricing, great looking frames, premium polarised lenses, high-quality components and a comfortable fit all day long, without squeezing or pinching. Sunski are so confident you’ll love your shades that they offer a lifetime warranty.
Maybe most importantly though, the brand also uses their own Superlight recycled polycarbonate resin in all their frames, rescuing scrap plastic from landfill and turning it into sunglasses. Their packaging is also plastic-free. The company is completely carbon neutral and are part of 1% for the Planet, supporting environmental causes year on year.
TL, DR? Great sunglasses designed for outdoorsy people, made from recycled stuff. Now, go have some fun.
