Wayfarer Sunglasses in Tortoiseshell Bio-Acetate with Wooden Temples
Wayfarer Sunglasses in Tortoiseshell Bio-Acetate with Wooden Temples
The frame is made from bio-acetate — a material derived from natural wood pulp and recycled ocean plastic — with walnut wood temples that carry genuine natural grain. Bear Essentials backs every pair with a lifetime warranty, which tells you something about how they feel about their own construction.
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The classic wayfarer shape has earned its place for good reason. Bear Essentials takes that silhouette and builds it from bio-acetate — a material made from natural wood pulp and recycled ocean plastic — in a sunset red tortoiseshell pattern that shifts with the light. The walnut wood temples are a considered contrast: each one carries its own natural grain, so no two pairs are identical.
The temple tips are also bio-acetate, keeping the material story consistent from front to back. It is a small detail, but it is the kind of thing you notice when you are holding a pair that has been thought through.
- Frame material: bio-acetate (natural wood pulp and recycled ocean plastic)
- Temple material: walnut wood with bio-acetate tips
- Lens: polarised with UV 400 protection
- Lens colour: Sunset Red
- Suitable face shapes: heart, oval, square, rectangle, diamond, round
- Comes with a protective cork case that folds flat
- Lifetime warranty included
The polarised lenses are built to reduce glare on bright days — UV 400 protection means the full spectrum of ultraviolet light is blocked, not just the visible glare.
The cork case is worth mentioning separately. It folds down small enough for a back pocket, which means the frames are actually protected when you are not wearing them rather than rattling around at the bottom of a bag.
For every purchase, Bear Essentials plants one tree in areas of deforestation, using only native species. It is a direct response to the materials the brand uses — closing the loop rather than simply offsetting it.
Lifetime warranty: Bear Essentials offers a lifetime warranty on all wooden frames. Their aftersales team works with you directly if any issue arises after purchase.
About Our Brand Bear Essentials
Travel accessories are often mass-produced from synthetic materials, leaving environmentally conscious explorers with limited options that align with their values. Bear Essentials addresses this by creating durable, considered products for those who wish their equipment to be as thoughtful as their journeys.
Every Bear Essentials item is handcrafted using natural materials, including wood from sustainable forestry and recycled pellets, ensuring each piece is unique. The brand prioritises natural alternatives over plastic, a practical manufacturing decision that speaks to their commitment to responsible production.
Originating from a family home workshop, Bear Essentials maintains handcrafting as central to its production, refusing to compromise craft for scale. For every purchase, a tree is planted, directly replenishing the natural resources used and closing the loop between consumption and environmental return.