SO&EI Retro Square Cat Eye Sunglasses — PC Frame, UV400, 36.3g, 145mm, 7 Colours

SO&EI Retro Square Cat Eye Sunglasses — PC Frame, UV400, 36.3g, 145mm, 7 Colours

The SO&EI retro square cat eye sunglass is a 145mm thick PC fashion frame — raised outer corner cat-eye geometry, PC UV400 lenses, silicone-style moulded nose pads, metal hinge hardware, silver dot temple accents, 49mm lens width, 50mm frame height, 20mm bridge, 142mm temples, 36.3g. Seven colour variants including gradient and warm-toned options.

Key Specifications

Variants — Seven Configurations

Black / Grey: Classic dark — the most versatile daily option.

Black / Clear: Black frame with clear lens — fashion-forward minimal tint.

Blue / Blue Gradient: Blue frame with matching gradient blue lens.

Purple / Purple Gradient: Purple frame with gradient purple lens — the most vivid.

Champagne / Tea Gradient: Warm champagne frame with warm tea-tinted gradient lens — the most formal.

Orange / Tea Gradient: Orange frame with tea gradient — the most distinctive warm combination.

Transparent / Clear: Translucent frame with clear lens — the purest fashion character.

Square Cat Eye Geometry

The SO&EI frame uses a square front with elevated outer corners — the cat-eye lift occurs at the outer upper edge of the lens aperture. This creates the retro fashion silhouette associated with mid-century European eyewear while maintaining the square lens shape that provides more coverage than a traditional round or oval cat-eye frame.

At 49mm lens width and 50mm frame height the lens is nearly square in proportion — unusually tall relative to width, which reinforces the frame’s fashion presence.

Thick PC Frame

The thick frame temples and front rim are the defining visual characteristic — the SO&EI reads as a statement frame rather than a minimal everyday accessory. The PC construction at 36.3g means the frame is lighter than it appears at this thickness. The silver dot accents near the hinges add a detail element without additional weight.

20mm Bridge

At 20mm the SO&EI has a wider bridge than most sports sunglasses in the range. The moulded silicone-style nose pads are integrated into the bridge structure, creating a soft contact surface across the 20mm span.

UV400 — Fashion Sunglass Protection

UV400 certification confirms the PC lenses block wavelengths up to 400nm — protecting against UVA and UVB radiation during outdoor wear. The SO&EI is not polarized — it does not have the glare-reduction filter present in the Cook Shark and polarized sports sunglass range. For buyers who need glare reduction for driving or water activities, a polarized model is the appropriate choice. For fashion outdoor wear and general sun protection, UV400 is the correct specification.

Warm Gradient Options

The champagne/tea and orange/tea gradient variants are the most distinctive in the SO&EI range — warm-toned lenses that create a softer visual output than the dark grey or black lens options. Gradient lenses are tinted top-to-bottom (darker at the top, clearer at the bottom) — providing sun protection for overhead light while maintaining clearer lower-field vision.

Who Is the SO&EI For?

The SO&EI is built for:

• Cat eye frame buyers who want the retro raised-corner shape on a square rather than oval or round base
• Thick frame fashion buyers who want a statement frame character — the SO&EI is designed to be noticed
• Warm gradient buyers who want the champagne/tea or orange/tea lens tones for a softer, warmer outdoor look
• Transparent frame buyers — the clear/transparent variant is the most purely fashion-oriented option in the range

How It Compares

vs. BERNY 2917L Hexagonal — BERNY is a watch with crystal lug accents. The SO&EI is a fashion sunglass. Different product categories but both designed for decorative statement character.

vs. Cook Shark and polarized sports sunglasses: The SO&EI is not polarized and is designed for fashion/casual wear rather than active outdoor performance. For polarized options see the polarized sports sunglasses guide.

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