Pala Lich Sunglasses - Havana

the brand story:

Right at the heart of Pala, is their desire and willingness to make change. Founder of Pala, John Pritchard established an eyewear brand built on keeping their impact on the planet low, and their impact on people high. In his early twenties, John was fortunate enough to travel to numerous countries across Africa. The people he met, and the beauty of the landscape never left him, he says. There are 1.2 billion people worldwide with poor vision simply because they are unable to receive basic surgery or access glasses, and Africa has 73% more visually impaired people than any other region in the world. Yet a pair of glasses is recognised as the number one tool to fight poverty – it empowers the wearer by enabling them to read, learn and work. He knew that something more could be done; that's why John founded Pala as a purpose-driven brand. Pala gets to deliver lasting change, empowerment and opportunity through funding eyecare projects across Africa whilst creating sustainable sunglasses to help you get the best out of the natural world. Why not create kind-to-the-planet sunglasses, that give back through eye care projects? Joining the dots and helping others to see. Designed for those who acknowledge the need for a better future, appreciate the world we live in and embrace the adventure of exploring. 

you are making a difference:

• For every pair of sunglasses sold, Pala gives back to eye-care programs in Africa by providing grants to vision centres, dispensaries and screening programs.
• Pala work alongside a Ghanaian-based NGO to support weaving communities to make their protective sunglasses cases. Woven using traditional methods utilising otherwise wasted plastic, they help to provide an income for women in the region and support them in maintaining their traditions and empowering themselves.
• To date, thousands of sight-impaired people have had their lives changed and their ability to earn an income enhanced thanks to receiving a pair of prescription glasses.
• Recycled paper packaging and swing tags.

features:

• High quality and stylish.
• Brown tortoise shell-like frame with gradient brown lenses.
• Classic circular design with an angled brow line.
• Italian biodegradable, plant-based acetate frame.
• Polarised anti-glare and anti-scratch lens.
• 100% UVA/UVB protection.
• Medium fit size.
• Lightweight FC3 lenses with shock resistance.
• Comes with both a soft bag and the semi-hard woven case to protect your eyewear.
• Soft bag is made from 70% recycled plastic bottles and doubles as a cleaning cloth.
• Semi-hard case protects your sunglasses and is made from 100% upcycled plastic by traditional weavers from one of three rural communities in Bolgatanga, Ghana.
• Can be used with prescription lenses through your local optician.
• This style suits a square face shape particularly well.

fit:

Did you know different frames are better suited to different face shapes and that even your hairstyle can make a difference? For the vast majority of us it’s all about bringing ‘balance’ to the face rather than accentuating your face shape. Round – Go for angular, square or rectangular frames; Oval – Most frames shapes will suit you; Square – Balance angles with rounded or semi-rimless styles; Heart-shaped – Avoid round or oversized, think cat-eye or clubmaster styles.

end of life:

Biodegradable and recyclable at end of life.

Designed in the UK. Made in China.

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