Buyer Guides
Sunglasses Sourcing Guides
Five authoritative, regularly-updated guides covering everything an importer or eyewear brand needs to source custom sunglasses with confidence.
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Frame Materials
Frame Materials Guide
Acetate, bio-acetate, TR90, Monel, stainless and titanium compared for your eyewear program.
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Lens Technology
Lens Technology Guide
UV400, polarized, gradient, mirror/REVO, photochromic, blue-light and coatings explained.
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Customization & Branding
Customization & Branding Guide
Laser engraving, pad printing, logo plates, custom temples, Pantone and packaging.
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Sourcing & Compliance
Sourcing & Compliance Guide
MOQ, supplier vetting, AQL inspection and the standards that gate each market.
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Packaging & Logistics
Packaging & Logistics Guide
Packaging, carton planning, Incoterms, freight, lead times and landed cost.
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