The Mellume AS108 is a large hexagonal frame cut from solid cellulose acetate. Six clean facets replace the continuous curve of traditional round or oval frames, creating a geometric silhouette that reads contemporary without veering into avant-garde territory. For fashion-forward boutiques, streetwear brands, and online sellers looking to add structured shapes to their Acetate Sunglasses collection, the AS108 delivers geometric appeal with acetate substance.
Hexagonal frames have been on a steady demand curve since geometric eyewear broke into mainstream fashion. They occupy the space between round frames (too soft for some buyers) and square frames (too severe for others). For wholesale sunglasses buyers, the AS108 is a smart hedge—it captures trend dollars while the hexagon trend is strong, and holds its own as a unique shape when trends shift.
Product Features
- Solid Acetate Hexagonal Frame — Six-facet geometry CNC-cut from full-block acetate. The angles are crisp but not sharp, with softened corners for wearable comfort.
- UV400 TAC Lenses — Category 3 tint with full UVA/UVB protection. The hexagonal lens cut follows the frame geometry precisely.
- Bold Presence — Approximately 53mm lens width and a defined geometric profile. The frame makes a clear style statement without shouting.
- Multi-Color Options — Available in classic black, tortoise, crystal, and seasonal fashion tones. The hexagonal facets catch light differently on each color.
- Durable Build — Five-barrel stainless steel hinges, manual tension calibration, 10,000-cycle tested.
- Comfort Weight — Approximately 30g. Balanced for extended wear despite the larger profile.
Craftsmanship
Design Inspiration: The AS108 takes the hexagon—a shape with roots in both natural geometry (honeycombs, basalt columns) and mid-century modern design—and scales it into a wearable eyewear silhouette. The six-facet cut creates a structured alternative to round frames while avoiding the harshness of square frames. Each facet is a deliberate angle, not a softened compromise.
Frame Dimensions: Lens Width: 53mm | Bridge Width: 20mm | Temple Length: 145mm | Frame Width: 142mm | Weight: ~30g. The 53mm lens width across the hexagonal shape reads noticeably larger than a same-width round lens. The straight facets add visual width while the angled corners prevent the frame from dominating smaller faces.
Hexagonal Geometry: The six-facet shape is CNC-routed as a single continuous path. Each facet angle is consistent batch to batch—no hand-filing variance that turns hexagons into irregular polygons. The corners are radiused to 0.5mm for comfort without softening the geometric intent.
Nose Pad Design: Integrated acetate nose pads are carved from the frame front block. The faceted geometry extends through the bridge area—the pads sit cleanly within the hexagonal design language.
Hinge Design: Recessed five-barrel stainless steel hinges. Tension calibrated for the frame weight and temple length.
Temple Style: Straight acetate temples with slight inward taper. Internal stainless steel wire core. The temple-to-frame junction is positioned at the mid-point of the upper facet for balanced visual weight.
Surface Finish: Six-stage hand polishing across all six facets. The challenge with hexagonal frames is maintaining consistent gloss across flat surfaces—our polishing sequence is tuned specifically for angular geometries.
Application Scenarios
Face Shape Compatibility: The AS108 hexagonal silhouette works for: round faces (angular facets add structure and definition), oval faces (hexagonal shape adds character without distortion), heart-shaped faces (geometric lines balance softer lower features). Less suited for very square faces where angular frames create competing geometry.
Target Wholesale Buyer Profiles:
- Streetwear and urban fashion brands — Hexagonal frames are a staple of contemporary street fashion. The geometric profile photographs with clear edge definition for social media and lookbook content.
- Trend-forward optical shops — Customers asking for "something different from the usual rounds and squares" will gravitate toward hexagonal frames. The shape is distinct enough to justify a try-on.
- Online geometric and minimalist fashion retailers — Clean lines, sharp photography angles, and a shape that communicates "designed" rather than "generic."
- Festival and event accessory vendors — The geometric silhouette reads clearly from a distance. Festival-goers scanning a crowded accessory tent will spot a hexagon before a circle.
- Private label brands targeting the architectural fashion niche — The hexagonal geometry provides a strong base for custom Sunglasses branding. Add laser-engraved logos, custom colorways, or branded geometric packaging.
Product Certifications
Every pair of AS108 sunglasses complies with international safety standards, including ISO, FDA, and CE certifications. You can trust their consistent quality and full regulatory compliance, making them suitable for worldwide wholesale and retail distribution.
Additionally, Mellume's manufacturing facility holds ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, and ISCC certifications.
Customization Options
Based in Shenzhen with over 20 years of eyewear manufacturing experience, Mellume specializes in acetate frames, Optical Eyewear, sports sunglasses, and Reading Glasses. We provide full OEM/ODM customization services—including custom logos, materials, lenses, accessories, and packaging—with flexible MOQ, strict quality control, and reliable lead times to bring your eyewear brand vision to life.
What We Solve for Your Business:
- I want hexagonal frames but other suppliers' hexagons look lopsided—some sides are longer than others. CNC routing produces mathematically precise hexagons. All six facets are equal length. All six angles are 120 degrees. Every batch.
- Geometric frames feel sharp and uncomfortable against the face. Our facet corners are radiused to 0.5mm. The frame reads as geometric without digging into skin during wear.
- Hexagonal frames are trendy now but I worry about getting stuck with dead stock when trends shift. The AS108 ships in low-MOQ batches. Stock what sells without committing to deep inventory. Mix hexagons with other shapes in one order.
- I need custom colorways but geometric frames require separate color blanks for each facet, which drives up cost. The AS108 uses a single-color acetate blank. All six facets share the same material. Custom colors require one acetate development, not six.
- My geometric frames arrive with inconsistent corner sharpness—some look rounded, some look pointed. Our CNC tool path maintains consistent corner radius across every frame in a batch. No hand-finishing variance.
FAQ
Q: Are the hexagonal facets sharp or rounded at the corners?
A: The corners are radiused to 0.5mm for wearing comfort. The facets read as clean geometric lines without sharp edges against the skin.
Q: Does the hexagon shape work for prescription lenses?
A: Yes. The AS108 can be supplied with demo lenses for your optical lab to replace with prescription lenses. The hexagonal lens shape requires precise edging—confirm your lab can handle non-round lens shapes.
Q: How does the AS108 hexagon compare to a standard round frame in terms of face fit?
A: The hexagonal shape at 53mm reads wider than a 53mm round because the straight facets push visual weight outward. If a customer finds 53mm rounds too narrow, the AS108 hexagon often feels more balanced.
Q: Can I mix hexagon frames with round and square frames in one order?
A: Yes. Mix shapes, colors, and styles in a single shipment under our low MOQ terms.
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