The Shady FAQ: “everything you need to know”
The Shades: Protection & Tint
u003cstrongu003eYes. Always.u003c/strongu003e Every single pair of Shady Shack sunglasses features 100% UVA and UVB protection. Youu2019re not just buying a retro look; youu2019re buying certified safety for your eyes. Youu2019ll find the specific UV category (1u20133) printed right on the inside of the arm.
Think of categories as your u201chow bright is the sun today?u201d setting. They tell you how much light the lenses filter:u003cbru003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/uv-category-sunglasses-1-2-3/u0022u003eu003cstrongu003eCategory 1u003c/strongu003eu003c/au003eu003cstrongu003e:u003c/strongu003e Light tint. Perfect for u0022Golden Hour,u0022 overcast days, or looking dangerous indoors.u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/uv-category-sunglasses-1-2-3/u0022u003eCategory 2u003c/au003e:u003c/strongu003e Medium tint. The u0022Everyday Herou0022 for city life, terrace vibes, and normal sunny days.u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/uv-category-sunglasses-1-2-3/u0022u003eCategory 3u003c/au003e:u003c/strongu003e Dark tint. The u0022High Noonu0022 legend for beach days, open water, and intense summer sun.u003cbru003eu003cemu003eNote: All categories offer full UV protectionu2014the difference is just how dark the world looks.u003c/emu003e u003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/uv-category-sunglasses-1-2-3/u0022u003eSee our full Category Guide for more.u003c/au003e
Yes! Itu2019s not just about aesthetics; itu2019s about the mood. u003cstrongu003eAmber and Brownu003c/strongu003e lenses enhance contrast and make the world look warm and retro. u003cstrongu003eGrey and Greenu003c/strongu003e lenses keep colors natural and are the ultimate choice for bright beach days. u003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/uv-category-sunglasses-1-2-3/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eExplore lens color theory hereu003c/au003e.
Not at the moment. We focus on high-quality tints that feel natural and look dangerous for everyday life. For most city adventures and sunset drinks, youu2019ll find our standard tints are exactly what you need.
Absolutely. Most of our shades are great for keeping your eyes relaxed on the road. u003cstrongu003ePro-tip:u003c/strongu003e If youu2019re behind the wheel a lot, a u003cstrongu003eCategory 2u003c/strongu003e tint is often the perfect all-rounder for tunnels and changing light.
The Fit: Finding “The One”
A perfect fit should feel like youu2019ve forgotten youu2019re wearing them after 30 seconds. They should sit balanced on your nose without sliding and not touch your cheeks when you smile. u003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/how-should-sunglasses-fit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eCheck our 3-Point Fit Guide for the full testu003c/au003e.
For a high-fashion look, your pupils should be centered horizontally within the lenses. If your eyes look too close together or too far apart, the frame proportions arenu2019t right for your face. u003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/how-should-sunglasses-fit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eLearn how to check your centering hereu003c/au003e.
Usually, itu2019s a fit issueu2014either the temples are too tight or the bridge is pinching your pressure points. High-quality acetate frames can often be adjusted for a custom fit. u003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/how-should-sunglasses-fit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eRead how to fix your fit hereu003c/au003e.
u003cstrongu003e100%.u003c/strongu003e Shady is for everyone. If you love the frame and it fits your face, itu2019s yours. No labels, just vibes.
Quality & Care
We donu2019t do cheap plastic. Our frames are crafted from u003cstrongu003ehigh-grade acetateu003c/strongu003eu2014a premium material that actually warms up and molds to your head over time for a custom fitu2014and sleek, durable metals.
To keep our pricing fair and accessible for everyone, cases arenu2019t included automatically. They are available for just u003cstrongu003eu20ac1u003c/strongu003e. If you prefer to travel light, weu2019ll pack your shades safely in a plastic wallet.
Keep it simple:u003cbru003eUse a soft u003cstrongu003emicrofiber clothu003c/strongu003e.u003cbru003eIf theyu2019re extra dusty (hello, beach days), rinse them gently with water first.u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eAvoidu003c/strongu003e tissues or your t-shirtu2014theyu2019re basically sandpaper for lenses.
The Shady Experience
Because perfection is personal. We believe the only way to find your perfect pair is to feel the weight, test the fit, and see the tint in real life. We want you to walk out feeling 100% confident, which is something a screen just canu2019t provide.
Come hang with us in:u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/our-stores/u0022u003eAmsterdamu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/our-stores/antwerpen/korte-hoogstraat-38/u0022u003eAntwerpu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://loveshadyshack.com/our-stores/sitges/carrer-de-sant-francesc-17/u0022u003eSitgesu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eu003cemu003eCheck our specific city pages for the most up-to-date opening hours.u003c/emu003e
Yes! We love seeing your Shady style. Tag us, take that selfie, and share the vibes. Just be mindful of the privacy of other customers while youu2019re at it.
Returns & RX
Yes. If they are in perfect condition and within the return period, we can help you with a return or exchange. Since we are in-store only, just pop back into the shop where you bought them with your receipt.
Many customers do!u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eAcetate frames:u003c/strongu003e Usually very easy for an optician to swap.u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eMetal frames:u003c/strongu003e A bit trickier, as they donu2019t always open the same way. Ask your local optician for their expert opinion.
Still have questions? Contact us directly or visit one of our stores to try on sunglasses in person. You can also browse our full collection online. For general eye protection advice, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has useful resources on UV protection.
