Question 1

What face shapes do aviators flatter most?

Accepted Answer

Aviators flatter most face shapes because the teardrop curve softens angular features (square, rectangular) and adds visual length to round and oval faces. Where aviators work less well: very heart-shaped faces with narrow chins (the wide-at-top frames can emphasize the narrowness below). Try aviators with a slightly smaller lens height if you have a shorter face from forehead to chin.

Question 2

When were aviator sunglasses invented?

Accepted Answer

Aviators were designed in 1936 for U.S. military pilots to reduce glare at high altitude — the original teardrop shape was specifically engineered to cover the full range of an aviator's downward eye movement during instrument scanning. They crossed into civilian fashion in the 1940s and have been a continuous men's style staple since. The shape itself is one of the most enduring sunglass designs in history.

Question 3

What are Quince sunglasses made of?

Accepted Answer

Quince sunglasses use Italian acetate frames — a plant-based plastic derived from cotton and wood pulp that holds rich color, polishes smooth, and feels warmer and lighter on the face than petroleum-based plastic. Acetate is hand-polished, hypoallergenic, and durable enough for daily wear. Hinges are stainless steel with five-barrel construction for smooth opening over years of use.

Question 4

Are these sunglasses polarized? What does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Polarized lenses are available on most Quince sunglasses styles — check each product page for the polarized variant. Polarization filters out horizontal-axis glare from water, snow, roads, and car hoods, which sharpens contrast and reduces eye fatigue. For driving, water sports, and bright-sun environments, polarized is the better choice. Non-polarized lenses are slightly less expensive and work fine for general use. All Quince lenses block 100% UVA and UVB.

Question 5

Do these sunglasses provide UV protection?

Accepted Answer

Yes — all Quince sunglasses block 100% of UVA and UVB rays, the standard set by the American Optometric Association for sun protection. This holds true regardless of lens darkness; tint controls visible-light reduction (how dark the world looks), but UV blocking is a separate coating on the lens. Daily UV protection helps prevent cataracts, macular degeneration, and pterygium — the same UV protection you give your skin.

Question 6

How do I figure out the right sunglass size for my face?

Accepted Answer

Sunglass fit is mostly about frame width — the distance across the front of the frames should match your face width (measured temple to temple). Each Quince product page lists frame width (typically 130-150mm), lens width, bridge width, and arm length. As a general rule: 130-138mm fits narrow faces, 138-145mm fits average faces, 145mm+ fits wider faces. The arms should curve gently over the ears without pinching.

Question 7

What other categories should I shop with Aviator?

Accepted Answer

Explore our Sunglasses for Men, Men's Blue Light Glasses, Oval Sunglasses for Men, Men's Rectangle Sunglasses, Men's Round Sunglasses and Men's Square Sunglasses collections.

Aviator

Gold with Green lens Halston Polarized Stainless Steel Aviator Sunglasses

Silver with Green lens Baja Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses

Silver/Black with Grey lens Rio Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses

Clear Brown with Light Grey lens Berlin Polarized Acetate Sunglasses

Gold with Brown lens Baja Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses

Gold/White Tortoise with Grey lens Rio Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses

Gold/Fawn Tortoise with Green lens Rio Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses

Ginger Tortoise with Brown Gradient lens Berlin Polarized Acetate Sunglasses

Clear Brown with Brown lens Wyatt Polarized Acetate Sunglasses

Ginger Tortoise with Green lens Kai Polarized Acetate Sunglasses