The right sunglasses tint determines how you see the world and also determines what it can be used for. Each lens color acts differently in different daily environments. They boost contrast, enhance depth, or reduce glare in varying light conditions. So, when you are driving, hiking, or heading to the beach, one pair of sunglasses for all situations might not be possible.
Through this blog, we aim to break down the common lens colors, revealing their pros and cons, styling tips, and ideal use cases as well.
Grey/Black Tints
Grey might be one of the most popular and versatile lens tints available. Especially in the bright outdoor environments in Sri Lanka, they emerge as a top lens choice. This lens option acts as a natural light filter, which dims brightness across all colors visible to the eyes, without distorting them. So, you’ll be able to see the true colors around you but with reduced glare.
Ideal Use cases: Daytime driving, sunny beach days.
Benefits:
Suitable for all weathers: This sunglass lens color isn't just for sunny climates. It offers clarity for overcast and hazy days as well.
Rescue eye fatigue: It is highly effective for eye strain and fatigue, which are common when travelling during the daytime.
Cons:
Lower contrast: Grey/black lens tints do not boost contrast or depth perception. They aren’t suitable for mountaineering.
Styling
Almost all frame colors like tortoise, black, and metal go with them. Pair them in minimal black or white clothing and shiny accessories.
Discover ideal picks under this lens color, like the Classic Nimbus Grey Hexagonal Sunglass by Polar Sun.
Brown/Amber Tints
The lens color, which shines where grey/black lacks, is brownish/amber. Unlike these darker tints, they enhance contrast and depth visibility. This means they make objects around stand out, especially against green and blue backgrounds.
Ideal use cases: Outdoor activities in green backgrounds. For example, golfing, hiking, or driving on cloudy days.
Benefits:
Warmer vision: The more you go towards the amber side of the spectrum, the warmer you see the world. These will help relax your eye muscles by mimicking the late afternoon, sunset-like surroundings.
Excellent for variable light: Suits both bright and hazy, foggy days.
Cons:
Color distortion: Colors through the lens may not appear completely natural.
Styling
Olive greens, beige, white linens, and deep blues go perfectly with the brown lens sunglasses. Pair them with tortoise frames and gold accessories and complete your look.
Picks like the PolarSun Lucent Brown Pantone Sunglass with Tortoise Frame and Diablo Brown Rectangular Sunglass are top choices from our collection.
Green Tints
The key strength of green colored lenses is their natural color visibility. They preserve true colors better than brown and amber-tinted sunglasses. These lenses are more accurate than brown lenses by filtering out blue light while softening the contrast between colors. This color is considered the best for more intense sunny days in Sri Lanka.
Ideal Use Cases: Sports like tennis, baseball, cycling, and general everyday use.
Benefits
Brighten shadows: Green lenses give detailed vision in darker, shadowy areas.
Easy to Adapt: Despite its unnatural colors, opticians praise its ease of adaptation.
Cons
Weaker in-depth visibility: Green tints are less reliable when it comes to depth visibility.
Styling
Outfits like leather jackets and white tees strike the perfect aesthetic. Gold metal frames or clear acetate frames further complete it.
Check out green lens picks from our latest women’s collection like the Tropez-gold-green Diamond Sunglass and the Capri-Black Green Tinted Aviator Sunglass.
Blue/Purple Lens Tints
The specialty of blue/purplish tinted lenses shines in foggy, misty settings or on water surfaces on sunny days. They are also a highly fashionable choice around the world. They block harsh green, blue, and violet light waves, only letting specific light colors. These lenses improve depth perception and help you see the outlines of objects much more clearly.
Ideal Use cases: Water sports, boating, and even winter activities if you decide to travel to any snowy countries.
Benefits
Cut off glare: Enjoy clear, glare-free vision on roads and water surfaces in everyday life
Enhance contours: Depth perception is also a strength of blue lenses.
Cons
Color distortion: Because they boost certain wavelengths, they can alter your perception of natural colors.
Find perfect picks that tick all these boxes under the Polar Sun Blue lens color collection, such as Hawk Shiny Blue Rectangular Wraparound Sunglasses or lighter tints like the Drift Blue Rectangular Sunglass.
Wrapping Up
Selecting the appropriate lens tint, from neutral grey for daily use to specialized green for high-contrast environments, significantly enhances visual comfort and performance. Explore a variety of lens tints with our exclusive sunglass range at Polar Sun.
For more deeper guidance, read the full guide on choosing the right pair of sunglasses
