Sunglass Lens Colors Explained
What do sunglass lens colors do? Smoke grey, brown, amber, blue, green and gradient tints compared for driving, beach and fashion.
Smoke grey
Grey lenses reduce brightness evenly without changing colors, which makes them a safe all-round choice for driving and everyday wear.
Brown and amber
Warm tints add contrast and make shadows look richer. Many people like brown or amber on hazy days and for general outdoor use.
Blue and mirrored tints
Blue-tinted lenses are mostly a style choice. They look striking against sun and sky, especially with light frames.
Green, rose and yellow
Green tints are close to grey in feel, rose and yellow tints are fashion colors that bring warmth to a photo or an outfit.
Gradient lenses
Darker at the top and lighter at the bottom, gradient lenses cut glare from above while letting you see a dashboard or a phone screen more easily.
Protection note
Lens color alone does not tell you how much UV light a lens blocks. If UV protection matters to you, look for a stated UV rating on the product and do not rely on tint darkness.