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Limited edition

Owl / Bio-Acetate / Matte Tortoise - Prescription

The Owl glows with nocturnal charm, wrapped with gentle curves and soft angles. It’s a beautifully balanced round frame that brings a classic, slightly whimsical look to your day, while staying grounded and easy to wear.

 

These frames are fitted with high-quality screen safe (UV420, blue light blocking) mineral glass lenses and feature durable multi-barrel hinges. They can be fitted with any prescription lens by your optometrist or by us. Learn more about lensing here.

 

Made by hand from plants. You buy one we give one.

      Lens: UV420 (Blue Light Blocking)
      Color: Matte Tortoise - Prescription
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      3 interest-free payments of R 993.33 ZAR with PayJustNow
      R 2,980.00 ZAR
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      • Ships in 2-3 working days

      • Easy 30 day returns policy

      • FREE carbon positive shipping

      BUY ONE. GIVE ONE.

      For every pair you buy, we give one to a schoolchild in need. Eye tests and lenses provided by the African Eye Institute.

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      How the Owl Fits

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      FRAME WIDTH

      145mm

      LENS WIDTH

      46mm

      NOSE BRIDGE

      27mm

      TEMPLE LENGTH

      145mm

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      Suited to square, heart, and oval faces; medium-to-wide fit for balance and comfort.

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      Frame and Lens Information

      These sunglasses are crafted from Mazzucchelli bio-acetate, a premium sustainable alternative to standard acetate:

      - Made from plant cellulose sourced from cotton and wood pulp.

      - 100% biodegradable and recyclable.

      - Fitted with high-quality brown mineral glass UV400 lenses.

      - Built with robust multi-barrel hinges for comfort and long-lasting strength.

      This eco-conscious material is produced without fossil fuels, offering durability while minimizing environmental impact.

      Wear with Purpose

      - Certified B Corporation & 1% for the Planet contributor.

      - Buy One, Give One: For every frame sold we donate a frame to a school child in need of readers.

      - One tree planted per pair, making production & shipping carbon positive.

      Prescription

      Full Service: Order online and reply to your order confirmation email with your prescription details. Our partner optometrist will handle your lens fitting.

      The DIY Route: Select 'No Prescription' to buy the frames lens-ready and take them to your own optometrist to be fitted.

      In-Store: Pop into our Cape Town workshop with your script in hand and we’ll handle the rest.

      Shipping & Warranty

      - Free local & international courier shipping.

      - Shipped with a recycled branded case & cleaning cloth.

      - 365-day warranty against manufacturing faults (excluding lenses).

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