Bold Architectural CatEye Acetate TAC Sunglasses | Mellume Eyewear
Introducing a masterfully sculpted, highfashion acetate silhouette that fuses elegant heritage with sharp, modern architectural lines. Engineered to reconstruct the classic cateye profile, this style utilizes an angular geometric base, lifting slightly at the upper edge toward the cheekbones while narrowing the lower rim to deliver a structured, modern visual impact. Blending a bold 90s vintage silhouette with a highstreet editorial aesthetic, it is meticulously proportioned to embellish round faces and perfectly neutralize strong jawlines—effortlessly transitioning from executive business meetings to leisure weekend driving.
We provide premium factorydirect manufacturing and flexible wholesale order support for crossborder ecommerce, designer private labels, and highend fashion boutiques seeking a highmargin seasonal standout.
Features
- Precision CNCcut from premium solid acetate blocks. The frame features a sharp, upswept top profile contrasted by a narrowed lower rim, creating a striking architectural frame that delivers an instant highfashion lifting effect.
- Fitted with highgrade Triacetate Cellulose (TAC) lenses featuring a deep space gray gradient coating. They offer exceptional scratch resistance, retain environmental true colors, and provide complete UV400 protection by filtering 99% of harmful radiation.
- Crafted from premium, imported highquality cellulose acetate sheets. The frame undergoes a rigorous 12stage manual progressive buffing cycle to yield a mirrorsmooth surface with rich, marblelike depth. A 3.5mm ultrathin frame design breaks the heavy impression of traditional sunglasses, achieving an incredibly light 22g weight for an "airfeeling" wear experience.
- Equipped with a unique reinforced doublehinge structure supporting a 015° microflex expansion. This adapts seamlessly to different head shapes, keeping the temple tension uniform with zero loose wobble, and folds tightly to show precision manufacturing aesthetics.
- Features premium laser engraving brand badges seamlessly embedded into the inner temple segments. This offers a clean, hidden identity, leaving the outer side completely pristine for a sleek aesthetic.
- The highly flexible and sensitive properties of the premium acetate ensure a firm, nonslip grip during active or sports scenes, eliminating pressure points and skin indentations even after a long day of continuous wear.
Production Workflow
1. Precision CNC Carving: Solid premium acetate sheets are milled into our ultrathin 3.5mm front blanks and tapered architectural temple profiles according to exact CAD specifications.
2. 12Stage Manual Polishing: Every rim bevel, interior corner, and temple edge goes through a rigorous multistage tumble and handpolishing wheel process to reveal a warm, rich marble texture.
3. Thermal Hinge Anchoring: The unique doublehinge components are precisely heated and anchored into the joints, allowing for calibrated 015° flexible opening angles.
4. Gradient Lens Lamination: Precisioncut deep space gray gradient TAC lenses are seamlessly fitted into the cateye rims, providing highdefinition clarity and strict UV filtering.
5. Quality Control Audit: Every finished batch undergoes comprehensive inspections for hinge flexibility, precise 22g weight compliance, and mirrorsmooth surface consistency before packaging.
Usage Scenarios
- EndUser Style:Highstreet fashion styling, urban business commutes, executive leisure meetings, weekend coastal driving, and outdoor sports or café hangouts.
- Wholesale Partners:Premium menswear boutiques, highstreet streetwear brands, social media influencer private labels, crossborder independent ecommerce platforms, and luxury fashion accessory retailers.
Compliance & Certifications
Exportgrade quality control documentation is available for hasslefree global customs clearance:ISO 9001 / CE / FDA / REACH / BSCI
Custom OEM & ODM Options
- Brand Customization: Deep laser engraving on the inner temples or custom mini metal logo plate inserts at the hinge base.
- Frame and Lens Variations: Available in classic tortoiseshell, frosted black, and amber brown colorways. Custom rim thicknesses or specific lens gradient densities can be manufactured to match your collection's aesthetic.
- Bespoke Packaging: Branded rigid boxes, microfiber cleaning cloths, stamped storage pouches, retail presentation setups, and barcoded export cartons.
- Order Support: Flexible manufacturing options tailored for independent street fashion collection launches, with fast custom sample turnarounds.
Selling Advantages
- Strong Editorial Appeal: The architectural fusion of a square base and a cateye lift delivers a sharp unisex look that stands out prominently on digital retail shelves.
- UltraLight Comfort Metric: The 3.5mm profile and 22g "airfeeling" specification provide a powerful functional selling point that highly appeals to qualitydriven consumers.
- Warm Premium Texture: The 12stage handpolished acetate texture provides an instantly recognizable luxury feel upon touch, driving strong retail conversion rates.
- LongTerm Shelf Life: The custom doublehinge structure and flexible premium acetate blanks resist warping, maintaining proper alignment and tension during long periods of storage.
Specifications & Dimensions
Brand: MELLUME
Frame Material: Premium Handcrafted Acetate (3.5mm Thin Profile)
Lens Material: HighDefinition Polarized TAC (Deep Space Gray Gradient)
Weight: 22g UltraLightweight Specification
Hinge System: Flexible DoubleHinge Structure (015° Expansion)
Fit: Ergonomic Unisex / Men's Strategic Fit
Origin: China
FAQ
Q1: How does the ultrathin 3.5mm acetate construction affect the frame's overall durability?
A1: Despite its sleek, lightweight 22g profile, the premium highelasticity acetate retains superb tensile strength, ensuring excellent impact resistance and shape memory that won't warp or bend over time.
Q2: Can the unique doublehinge structure accommodate wider head profiles comfortably?
A2: Yes, the reinforced doublehinge mechanism features a builtin 015° microflex calibration that automatically selfadjusts to varying head widths, preventing temple pinch points and tight headaches.
Q3: Does the deep space gray gradient lens coating alter true environmental colors?
A3: Not at all. The advanced multilayer gradient process is specifically calibrated to filter out 99% of harsh blinding UV rays while completely preserving natural color accuracy and depth for highdefinition viewing.
Q4: Will the matte finish on the frosted black variant wear down or become shiny with daily handling?
A4: No, our proprietary matte texturing process goes deep into the surface layer of the cellulose acetate, allowing it to resist skin oils and sweat while retaining its premium tactile finish.
Q5: Can we request custom brand laser engraving on the outer temple instead of the hidden inner side?
A5: Yes, we provide full layout flexibility for custom OEM production runs. We can shift the precise laser engraving to the outer temple profile or add metal inlays based on your branding guidelines.