Disclosure: I received product samples; opinions shared are mine.
As I age, my eyes become more sensitive to sunlight. It’s rather ironic, since my eyes actually need more artificial light in order to see a book page or computer screen. Sunlight, however, seems to irritate my eyes. Sunglasses have become an essential part of my accessory wardrobe in recent years! Sometimes sunglasses still don’t shield my eyes enough; the light peeps in and around my frames. That’s why Solar Shields was such a hit with me. These are designed to fit over prescription glasses, if needed, but can also be worn alone.
I was surprised by the variety and affordability of options on the Solar Shields site. It was tough, but I finally narrowed down my selections to the Wrap Around Volcano for my husband, and the Condor Tortoise for me. The Condor is designed to help prevent dry eyes, which tends to plague me in the car (where I normally wear sunglasses). When the air conditioning blows toward my face, then the sunlight bears down on my eyes, it makes me want to shut those peepers tight! Condor helped me to appreciate the gift of relief that a pair of good sunglasses can offer.
There are several features I like about Solar Shields. First, they aren’t flat on the surface. It may be difficult to tell in the photo above (look at the one below instead), but the frames are actually curved. This means that my eyelashes don’t brush up against the lenses. It’s a much more natural shape for sunglasses to fit over a face. Next, the frames have a thin black cushion around the outsides. I’m guessing this is there to help secure the over-the-glasses fit, but it seems to help block the sunlight from creeping in through the tops of the lenses. Nice! Finally, the frames have a sturdy build right at the bend of the earpiece. Where other sunnies have a thin handle, these are thick and bold. That also helps to prevent light from seeping through the sides of the lenses. Overall, there’s excellent coverage from all angles!
It took me a couple of days to get used to having the black cushion thing in my peripheral vision, but now I’ve grown to appreciate (and almost need!) it. The frames are clearly of excellent quality; they’re thick and heavier than other brands I’ve owned. I’m really pleased with my Solar Shields and look forward to better eyesight in the future, thanks to the Solar Shields protection!
Which Solar Shields frame is your favorite?
Many thanks to Solar Shields for sending me a pair of sunnies.
I would choose the ANDES sunglasses.
I would pick the ALLISON CRYSTAL solar shields because I love the bling on the sides!
I would choose Natalie
I like the ADELE TORTOISE/DRIVING. Fashionable and fun.
I’d get the Natalie.
I would choose the buckeye sunglasses.
I would get the Flash Chevron pair. I think My daughter would love them best.
I would select the Aspen/Black Driving Extra Large pair.
I like Adele.
I love the ANDES pair, I currently wear Solar Shields, love them, they fit perfect over my prescription glasses!
I would choose the CONDOR TORTOISE/COPPER.
I would choose Sparrow Tortoise/Copper!
I think I would choose McKinley.
I would go with the Solar Shield Horizon glasses in the medium size.
I like the Allison Crystal Sunglasses in black
I would choose the Natalie sunglasses.
I would choose the Allison Crystal in large.
I would pick the Arrowhead Diamond pair.
I would pick the Amazon in medium.
I would select the ADELE TORTOISE/DRIVING
I would pick the Charlotte sunglasses in Medium. Thanks!
I would choose the Flash Chevron glasses
The HORIZON are nice.
I would choose the SOLAR SHIELD
ARROWHEAD BLACK/DRIVING
MEDIUM/LARGE
I like the ADELE TORTOISE/DRIVING.
I would choose Raven Black/Smoke
I would pick the Allison Crystal. They are so pretty.
I like the Foster Grant Choice sunglasses. They are very fashionable.
I love the little bling on ALLISON CRYSTAL
SKU# 10600200.FGX.
i like the adele tortoise driving. i could really use these. i just moved from a desert climate and think i can finally wear contacts and thus sunglasses again.
I like all Foster Grant products too.
I’d get my daughter the ALLISON CRYSTAL. Thanks for the opportunity to win
The ALLISON with the Crystals is fun.
I love the ANDES pair and they will fit perfect over my prescription glasses!
I would pick the CHARLOTTE
If I am the lucky winner, I may pick the ADELE TORTOISE/DRIVING!
I would pick the Solar Shield
ADELE TORTOISE/DRIVING.
I would choose the Allison Crystal.
I might choose the ARROWHEAD BLACK/DRIVING
i like these allison-crystal
I would choose the Arrowhead Diamond Sunglasses in black!
I like a little bling on my frames so I pick Allison Crystal.
I love the Andes, they will fit perfect over my prescription glasses!
I like the idea of the GLEAM for night driving.
I have changed my mind. I would choose the Natalie glasses!!
I would choose the Allison Crystal Solar Shields sunglasses!
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I would like the Solar Shield
ALDER
I would pick the Alder-I like the style and they dark lenses
I would choose the Adele
I would choose the Logan design.
my wife would love the allison crystal
I would pick the Andes style.
The Charlotte looks like a nice style and size for my daughter.
I would choose the Solar Shield
MCKINLEY
I would also like the Solar Shield
ANDREA
I like the Allison Crystal! Thank you for the chance!
I would pick the solar shield beam. My night vision is awful.
I would choose the Allison Crystal ones.
I like the Charlotte pair, these would look great over my prescription glasses.
I want the Alder Small
I would choose the Natalie style.
I like the shape of the Charlotte for my daughter.
I would like the Solar Shield
ARROWHEAD BLACK/GRAY
I would choose the buckeye.
I would love the ANDES glasses to fit over my prescription glasses! I love solar shields.
The Natalie are so different. It would be interesting to try them.
I would choose the Natalie’s first!
I would chooseCHARLOTTE or horizon.
I love the look of the ANDES glasses to fit over my prescription glasses!
I would also like SOLAR SHIELD
BEACON
I just the love the color and style of the Natalie and that’s what I’d choose.
I would choose the Charloette pair!
I would choose Solar Shield Adele Tortoise/Driving
I like the SOLAR SHIELD ANDES fits over glasses
I like the CHARLOTTE glasses.
I like the style of the Andes, they will work super with my prescription glasses!
I really want the Natalie!
I like the Charlotte. Very stylish!
Diana C
The ALLISON CRYSTAL are large so block out a lot of sun.
I would like the Solar Shield
DELTA
SKU# 2X101S.DGU
The Amazon glasses SKU# 2Y101.DGU is another pair I would choose if I won!!
I like the Solar Shield Buckeye.
I do like
Solar Shield Charlotte glasses.
I like the Solar Shield Amazon Glasses
I like the HORIZON ones.
I would just love to have a pair of the Natalie Sunglasses!
I like the Alder pair.
I like the Solar Shield Andrea shades
I do like the SOLAR SHIELD
BUCKEYE
LARGE
There are quite a few styles I would love to have, but I really like the Andes.
I really like the Solar Sheilds called Allison CRystal! We all need a little sparkle!
I would love to have the Natalie Sunglasses.
I would love to have Allison Crystal.
I would pick the Buckeye.
if i won, i would get the
Solar Shield
Buckeye
Large
The FLASH CHEVRON are a nice size, large enough to block lots of sun but not too big.
Probably the Natalie Large. They are cute!
maybe the Arrowhead Black/Gray SKU# 25206A.DGU
I’d choose the Solar Shield HORIZON in Medium. Very nice sunglasses!
I like the bling of Allison Crystal
I like Adele Tortoise/Driving.
I may choose the Solar Shield Arrowhead Black/Driving
I would love the ALLISON CRYSTAL sunglasses, Thanks
I like the Arrowhead Black/Driving.
I like quite a few of the styles, in fact I own a pair, but I think I would like the Charlotte for wearing over my glasses!
The Allison are really cute with the crystals.
I do like SOLAR SHIELD
NATALIE
Solar Shield McKinley.
I would love to have the Natalie sunglasses
I really like the ALLISON CRYSTAL glasses!
I would choose the Torch fits over for night driving.
I like the Solar Shield Beacon Glasses but would want them in a smaller size than listed.
I like almost all the styles, but I would choose Charlotte for myself.
I might pick the Arrowhead Diamond
I like the Adele tortise.
I would choose the Natalie ones!
I love the Allison Crystal style. Thanks for the opportunity to win! !
Zion for me!
I love the Natalie style.
I do like SOLAR SHIELD
AMAZON
MEDIUM
I might choose the SOLAR SHIELD
TORCH
The Charlotte design is my favorite! Very nice.
i would chose the SOLAR SHIELD
ALLISON CRYSTAL
Another pair of shades I love are the Charlotte glasses
I would select the Allison Crystal pair.
The Charlotte has a nice style and size.
I would choose the Allison Crystal
I would choose the Allison Crystal or Alder
The Condors look like they fit perfectly!
Great style and fun design. I like all their options and the protection is excellent. Winter or summer…all seasons need protection from the sun and these shades keep you in style.