The Mellume AS113 is a vintage-inspired round frame with a slightly bolder profile than classic rounds. Cut from solid acetate and finished with multi-stage hand polishing, the frame carries the retro warmth of 1970s eyewear with the build quality of modern CNC manufacturing. For buyers who need round frames with more personality than a basic circle—something that reads intentional rather than generic—the AS113 fills that gap. Ideal for vintage streetwear brands, retro fashion retailers, and online sellers building a round Acetate Sunglasses collection with character.
The AS113 sits in the sweet spot between timeless and trendy. It delivers the recognizable round silhouette that customers search for, but with enough visual substance to stand out on a crowded wholesale sunglasses page.
Product Features
- Solid Acetate Frame — Full-block cellulose acetate, CNC-milled for consistent edge geometry. The material carries deeper color saturation and richer gloss than injection-molded plastic alternatives.
- UV400 TAC Lenses — Standard Category 3 tint with full UV400 protection against UVA and UVB. Sharp optical clarity for daily wear.
- Bolder Round Profile — Slightly larger lens diameter (52mm) than our classic AS112 round frame, creating a more pronounced vintage presence without tipping into oversized territory.
- Five-Barrel Hinges — Stainless steel construction with manual tension calibration. Smooth, consistent opening action.
- Multi-Color Stock — Available in classic black, tortoise, and translucent colorways. Build a layered vintage Sunglasses display from a single product line.
- Comfortable Weight — Approximately 30g per frame. Light enough for all-day wear, substantial enough to feel quality in hand.
Craftsmanship
Design Inspiration: The AS113 draws from the oversized round frames that dominated 1970s European cinema and street photography—the era when eyewear stopped being purely functional and became a deliberate style choice. The frame is scaled slightly larger than our AS112 classic round to capture that vintage proportion, but the acetate construction keeps it grounded in modern material quality. The temple-to-frame transition avoids sharp corners that would disrupt the circular flow of the design.
Frame Dimensions: Lens Width: 52mm | Bridge Width: 21mm | Temple Length: 145mm | Frame Width: 140mm | Weight: ~30g. The 52mm lens diameter gives the AS113 its vintage presence. Combined with a 21mm bridge, the frame sits comfortably on medium to wider nose profiles without pinching.
Nose Pad Design: Integrated acetate nose pads are shaped from the same acetate block as the frame front during CNC routing. This single-piece approach eliminates the adhesive joint that causes pad separation on cheaper frames.
Hinge Design: Five-barrel stainless steel hinges are recessed into the frame for a flush fit. Each hinge undergoes manual tensioning during assembly to deliver consistent opening resistance across the full production batch.
Temple Style: Curved acetate temples follow the natural contour behind the ear. A full-length internal stainless steel wire maintains temple shape through temperature changes and repeated handling. The temple tips are polished smooth—no sharp edges or rough burrs on skin contact points.
Surface Finish: Six-step hand polishing sequence—coarse shaping, fine grit, buffing compound, wax polish, gloss buff, and final 3x magnification inspection. The result is a uniform wet-look gloss across every visible surface.
Application Scenarios
Face Shape Compatibility: The AS113 vintage round silhouette works best for square faces (circular curves soften strong jawlines), heart-shaped faces (round lower half balances wider forehead), oval faces (adds definition without disrupting balance), and diamond faces (soft curves counterbalance prominent cheekbones). Less suited for round faces where the circular silhouette may exaggerate facial roundness, or very narrow faces where the 52mm diameter may appear oversized.
Target Wholesale Buyer Profiles:
- Vintage streetwear brands — The AS113's slightly oversized round profile pairs naturally with retro sportswear, graphic tees, and 90s-inspired fashion lines.
- Retro-focused online retailers — The frame photographs with clear vintage character even in flat-lay product shots, boosting thumbnail click-through on marketplace listings.
- Independent optical and lifestyle shops — Customers looking for something different from the usual rounds will gravitate toward the AS113's bolder presence.
- Music and arts festival vendors — The retro silhouette resonates with festival-goer aesthetics. Lightweight enough to try on and wear immediately after purchase.
- Private label brands targeting the vintage niche — The acetate base and clean construction make the AS113 an ideal canvas for custom sunglasses branding—laser engraving, custom color combinations, and branded packaging.
Product Certifications
Every pair of AS113 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. Our BSCI-audited factory ensures ethical production conditions that meet the compliance requirements of major EU and North American retailers.
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 need a vintage round but most suppliers only do micro-rounds or go oversized. Nothing in between. The AS113's 52mm lens hits the sweet spot: clearly vintage in proportion but not costumey. A size that real customers reach for in stores.
- My current round frames have inconsistent curvature—some look egg-shaped. CNC routing produces mathematically circular cuts every time. No hand-cutting variance that turns round frames into ovals.
- I want to develop an exclusive retro colorway but worry about MOQ. Custom acetate color matching is available for orders meeting our color development threshold. For light customization (laser logo + custom packaging), start with as few as 12 pieces per color.
- I sell vintage-style clothing and want matching eyewear, but my clothing supplier does not do glasses. We can match frame colors to your seasonal clothing palette. Send us your fabric swatches or Pantone references and we will propose acetate matches.
- Temple logos from my last factory were inconsistent—some faint, some burned too deep. Our laser engraving depth is calibrated per acetate color and thickness. Test runs on your specific colorway before full production. Mold fee from $15 per design.
FAQ
Q: How does the AS113 differ from the AS112 round frame?
A: The AS113 has a slightly larger lens (52mm vs 50mm) and a more pronounced vintage-retro character. The AS112 is a cleaner, more classic round profile. Choose AS113 for a bolder vintage look, AS112 for timeless versatility.
Q: Can I use the AS113 as an Optical Frame with prescription lenses?
A: Yes. We can supply the AS113 with demo lenses ready for your optical lab to fit prescription lenses. Mention this requirement when ordering.
Q: What colors are available in ready-to-ship stock?
A: Classic black, dark tortoise, and translucent tones are in regular stock. Seasonal colors may vary. Contact us for current stock availability by color.
Q: Does the 52mm lens size look oversized on smaller faces?
A: On narrow or petite face shapes, the 52mm round will read as a deliberately bold vintage look. It is not costume-oversized but will make a clearer statement than our 50mm AS112. For customers seeking a more subtle round, recommend the AS112.
Q: Can I order mixed colors in one shipment?
A: Yes. Our low MOQ terms allow color mixing in a single order. Typical starter quantities from 12 pieces per color.
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