SALT. Sunglasses

Expert Japanese craftsmanship, timeless styles with a side of nostalgia, and thoroughly modern optical performance come together in SALT. sunglasses. Crafted in Japan by hand with the use of state-of-the-art machining, the lineup takes a long and creative look back at eyewear history, coming up with contemporary interpretations of classic teardrop and square aviators, tailored rectangles and oversized cat-eyes, old-school P3 rounds and dramatic mid-century acetate shapes. From the clean restraint of the '50s and '60s to softer proportions and bolder volumes that come into view in later decades, the brand taps into the past for inspiration, yet the treatment keeps pace with the latest in the eyeglass technology department. Painstakingly calibrating proportions and finishing surfaces, the company makes the most nostalgic silhouettes sharp enough for nowadays.

Material choice is just as vital to how SALT. sunglasses look and wear. The use of premium cotton-based Japanese acetate provides the rigidity needed for substantial fronts to retain their fit. At the same time, the material is renowned for its deep surface finish, enabling all the rich, classy colors you can see in the brand's frames. On the opposite end, aerospace-grade Japanese titanium is employed to manufacture fine, lightweight structures that nevertheless offer extraordinary strength and durability. Every detail of the shades and the way the elements come together into a coherent frame is aimed at optimal fit. Functional rivet hinges, carefully controlled thickness, bridge shapes selected to better distribute weight and pressure, textured nose pads and temple tips for extra grip on some models - SALT. has a dozen small ways to make their shades just as easy and nice to wear as they are amazing to look at.

When it comes to sun lenses, SALT. sunglasses pay considerable attention to how the eye and brain process visual information. That basically comes down to three main parameters: color (natural perception of various shades and differences between them), contrast (distinguishing details from their surroundings), and light transmission (how much visible light reaches the eye). The brand makes sure to balance these characteristics, while polarization takes care of reflected glare, which is crucial around water, wet roads, and other reflective surfaces. Both the CR-39 and optical-grade polarized glass lenses used by the company in its sunwear also meet U.S. FDA impact-resistance requirements, providing a verified degree of resistance to impact and enabling a prolonged lifespan for your shades.

Another layer of performance is added by the surface treatment. SALT. sunglasses incorporate anti-reflective coatings on the front and back of their polarized lenses. An important addition is the company's proprietary Wellness treatment that specifically addresses light reaching the lenses from behind. While you are looking through a protective lens, UV-containing light can strike the inner lens surface and still reflect back toward the eye - those backside reflections won't disturb you with a pair of SALT. sunglasses. The brand also offers hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings, making the lens surfaces less receptive to water, oils, and grime, which means less cleaning and better visibility. Together, these advanced specifications ensure that your visual experience and comfort match the exquisite style of your new summer frames.