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Global SourcesUpdated on 2023/12/01

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Most unisex sunglasses from South Korea use TR-90 frames and the rest metal and acetate-metal types.

Manufacturers of unisex sunglasses in South Korea are going with the trend for durable, flexible and lightweight TR-90 frames, while keeping the line broad with all-metal and acetate-metal options. Many continue to look for ways to differentiate products and capture market attention.

Second Round Co. Ltd is developing sunglasses that float for water sports enthusiasts, and those with glow-in-the-dark frames for the novelties and accessories segments. Models that allow customization of the temples and frames are on the maker's drawing board as well. In addition, "we are partnering with Skullcandy to combine its earphones with our sunglasses," said sales manager Gi-Log Byun. "We are also collaborating with companies such as New Era and Taiwan designers to expand to new markets."

Sodamon Co. Ltd has a series with high-impact lenses and snug TR-90 frames that will not be easily dislodged, targeting the niche street sports segment. It is working with a lens manufacturer to develop polarized and photochromic lenses for sports sunglasses.

DS I.T.C Co. Ltd uses Tygon-brand tubing material, which is medical-grade and causes no skin irritation.

Zoolook Co. Ltd hopes to develop models that have light weight, and enhanced durability and flexibility but are competitively priced.

South Korea’s unisex sunglasses come in aviator, round, square and oversized types.

Besides TR-90 and acetate, amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide is used for frames. Some suppliers adopt ULTEM-brand version of the last material. In the metal category, the choices include stainless steel, titanium and titanium-coated. Frames have a glossy or matte finish.

CR-39 lenses are common, with options of hard, UV, water-repellent, anti-scratch, back, mirror or green-tinged coating.

The predominantly plastic selection is based on injection molding.

Despite the higher cost of differentiation, most makers are keeping prices unchanged to attract more orders locally and abroad.

Here are models handpicked by our Market Analyst for representing current trends in unisex sunglasses.

TR-90 frame

The Be Other model from DS I.T.C Co. Ltd is a pair of unisex sunglasses with a TR-90 frame Its eye size is 53mm, bridge 20mm and temple length 140mm Orders are delivered within 7 days

The Be Other model from DS I.T.C Co. Ltd is a pair of unisex sunglasses with a TR-90 frame. Its eye size is 53mm, bridge 20mm and temple length 140mm. Price is $89. Orders are delivered within 7 days.

TR-90 frame

TR-90 frame

DS I.T.C Co. Ltd's model Super Air 2 unisex sunglasses have eye and bridge sizes of 58mm and 20mm, and temple length of 140mm. The frame is made of TR-90. This pair is $99 and has a 7-day delivery lead time.

TR-90 frame, CR-39 lenses

TR-90 frame, CR-39 lenses

Second Round Co. Ltd offers its Pop Series of unisex sunglasses that use TR-90 frames and CR-39 lenses. The frame comes in seven rim and 15 temple colors, while the lenses are in black or brown. The eye size is 52mm, bridge 20mm and temple length 145mm. Price is $23. A minimum order of 50 pairs is required for delivery within 60 days.

Metal frame, mirrored lenses

The model Wicky 2 unisex sunglasses from Second Round Co. Ltd have a metal frame and mirrored CR-39 lenses. It comes in bow and round types, each in two color choices. Bow pairs have 56mm eye, 21mm bridge and 145mm temple sizes, and round versions 52, 23 and 145mm. A pair sells for $40. The minimum order of 50 pairs has a 60-day delivery lead time.

Float in water, UV 400 protection

The Atem.III/AT3001-c1 model from Sodamon Co. Ltd is a pair of unisex sunglasses that float in water. It has a Swiss Grilamid TR-90 frame with black rim, sky-blue temple and matte finish, and blue, mirrored nylon lenses. The eye size is 55mm, bridge 18mm and temple length 140mm. The pair has UV 400 protection. It is priced at $107.62. No minimum order quantity is required. Delivery lead time is 5 days.

Acetate-stainless steel frame

This $143.80 pair of unisex sunglasses from Sodamon Co. Ltd, HTP616-c1 model, has a frame made of acetate and stainless steel, and silver mirrored lenses of CR-39 material. The eye size is 53mm, bridge 22mm and temple length 140mm. There is no minimum order requirement for this UV 400-protected pair. Orders are delivered within 5 days.

28g TR-90 pair

Zoolook Co. Ltd offers this $17 unisex sunglasses, Ladigue No. 2 model, with a TR-90 frame in choices of black, black and white, purple, yellow and mint green, and CR-39 lenses. The pair has 52mm eye and 20mm bridge sizes, and 140mm temple length. It is 28g. The minimum order is 300 pairs for delivery within 7 days.

TR-90 frame, CR-39 lenses

Zoolook Co. Ltd's model Manhatta unisex sunglasses, weighing 34g, use a TR-90 frame in black, black and white, purple, yellow or mint green, and CR-39 lenses. The eye size is 56mm, bridge 20mm and temple length 142mm. Price is $17. An order must include a minimum of 300 pairs and will be delivered within 7 days.

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