Fashion & Acetate

Cat-Eye Sunglasses

Upswept cat-eye frames in acetate and metal-acetate combinations — a high-margin fashion staple for women's eyewear lines.

Custom cat-eye sunglasses manufactured by LumiShades
Overview

OEM & ODM Cat-Eye production

The cat-eye remains the defining feminine silhouette in eyewear, with upswept outer corners that lift the face and signal fashion-forward styling. LumiShades produces cat-eyes across the spectrum — from soft, subtle lifts for everyday optical lines to dramatic, exaggerated 1950s-revival shapes for runway and influencer brands. We run them in full acetate, metal-and-acetate combinations and crystal laminates, with gradient and mirror lenses being the most popular finishes. Cat-eyes carry strong margins because the styling commands a premium, and our tooling supports both sharp angular and rounded soft-cat variants.

  • Upswept outer-corner browline
  • Sharp angular or soft-cat variants
  • Crystal & two-tone acetate laminates
  • Metal browbar option for combo frames
  • Decorative temple rivets & logo plates
Specifications

Technical specification

Every cat-eye order is built to your tech-pack. Below are the standard ranges; custom specs are welcome.

Frame materialsCellulose acetate, Metal-acetate combo, Bio-acetate, TR90 nylon
Lens optionsGradient tint, Mirror / REVO, UV400 solid, Flash mirror, Polarized TAC
UV protectionUV400 (blocks 100% UVA/UVB) on all lenses
Hinge5- or 7-barrel metal hinge; optional spring hinge
Standard dimensionsLens 50-60mm · Bridge 14-21mm · Temple 140-148mm (custom on request)
BrandingLaser engraving, pad printing, metal logo plate, custom temple & tips, color injection
PackagingHard case, soft pouch, microfiber cloth, retail box — custom printed
ComplianceCE EN ISO 12312-1 · ANSI Z80.3 · AS/NZS 1067 · FDA-registered · REACH
MOQ50 pairs per style/color
Sample lead time7-10 days
Production lead time25-35 days after sample approval
Pricing

MOQ & quantity pricing

Indicative per-pair OEM pricing in USD, FOB Wenzhou/Ningbo. Low end = basic frame + PC lens; high end = premium frame + polarized/mirror lens. Use our MOQ cost calculator for a tailored estimate.

Quantity (pairs) Tier Price / pair
50 - 300Entry / sample$3.90 - $9.00
300 - 1,000Growth$3.30 - $7.40
1,000 - 5,000Volume$2.80 - $5.90
5,000+Wholesale / program$2.30 - $4.80

Prices exclude ocean freight, duties and one-time tooling/setup fees. Pantone matching and compliance testing quoted separately. Request a formal quotation for binding pricing.

Customization

Make it yours

We are a vertically integrated factory: frame, lens, decoration and packaging are all done in-house in Wenzhou. Explore the options below or send your artwork.

Lens

Lens technology

UV400, polarized TAC, gradient, mirror/REVO, photochromic and blue-light filter. See our lens technology guide.

Frame

Frame materials

Acetate, bio-acetate, TR90, Monel, stainless and titanium. Compare them in our frame materials guide.

Branding

Branding & decoration

Laser engraving, pad printing, metal logo plate, custom temples and Pantone color injection. See customization & branding.

FAQ

Cat-Eye sourcing questions

How exaggerated can the cat-eye lift be?

We tool everything from a subtle 5mm browline lift to dramatic 1950s-revival points. Highly exaggerated shapes need a custom die above 600 pairs; moderate lifts are available from stock tooling at MOQ 50.

Are gradient lenses standard on cat-eyes?

Gradient tints (dark-to-light, top to bottom) are the most popular finish and are available in grey, brown, rose and custom colors. We control the gradient fade line precisely in our tinting line.

Can you do a metal-and-acetate combination cat-eye?

Yes. A metal browbar or core with acetate front and temples is a popular premium look and is fully supported. It adds a small cost versus full acetate.

Do you offer rhinestone or embellished cat-eyes?

We can apply hand-set rhinestones, metal studs or laser-cut detailing as a value-add. These are labor-intensive and add to unit cost and lead time.

What lens shapes work best for cat-eye frames?

Cat-eye lenses are typically smaller and more angular than wayfarer lenses. We cut them to match your frame front exactly with our CNC lens edger.

What is the typical price for a polarized cat-eye?

Polarized acetate cat-eyes land in the mid-to-upper pricing tier; see the pricing table on this page for quantity-based ranges.

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