Sito Reaching Dawn Polarized Sunglasses
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Classic Shape, Sustainable Construction
The Reaching Dawn from Sito pairs a timeless rectangular silhouette with genuinely considered materials. The frame is handmade from plant-based acetate, a bio-sourced alternative to conventional petroleum plastics that carries its pattern all the way through the material. Wide, statement temples modernize the classic shape, while subtly rounded edges soften the profile so the frame reads refined rather than retro.
Reaching Dawn is engineered to a small-to-medium fit, sitting best on round and heart-shaped face structures where the proportioned lens width and narrowed nose bridge keep the frame in balance with your features.
CR-39 Polarized Lenses
Every pair ships with CR-39 lenses, the optical-grade thermoplastic resin that set the standard for lightweight, distortion-free clarity in quality eyewear. CR-39 is roughly half the weight of glass at equivalent thickness, resists scratching better than most plastics, and accepts optical coatings cleanly. The polarized filter is integrated into the lens stack, not a surface film, so it will not peel or degrade with normal use.
Polarization cuts horizontally reflected glare from water, wet pavement, and sand, reducing the eye fatigue that builds up over a full day outdoors. High UV protection is built in, blocking the UVA and UVB wavelengths that cause cumulative sun damage.
Made to Australian Standards
Sito manufactures to Australian Standard AS/NZS 1067, one of the more stringent voluntary eyewear benchmarks in the world. The standard sets minimum requirements for UV transmittance, lens power uniformity, and impact resistance, giving you an independent reference point beyond marketing claims.
Frame Dimensions
For fit reference, the Reaching Dawn measures: Lens Width (A) 51mm, Nose Bridge (B) 19mm, Temple Length (C) 145mm, Frame Width (D) 144mm. These are fixed dimensions across the frame, independent of variant selection.
Sustainable Packaging
Each pair arrives in Sito's sustainable packaging, which includes a protective pouch. The pouch doubles as a lens cleaning cloth so it earns its place in your bag rather than heading straight to a drawer.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Sito
- Model
- Reaching Dawn
- Frame Material
- Handmade plant-based acetate
- Lens Material
- CR-39 optical resin
- Lens Type
- Polarized
- UV Protection
- High UV protection
- Standard
- Made to Australian standards (AS/NZS 1067)
- Fit
- Small to medium
- Lens Width (A)
- 51mm
- Nose Bridge (B)
- 19mm
- Temple Length (C)
- 145mm
- Frame Width (D)
- 144mm
- Packaging
- Sustainable packaging including protective pouch
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are the Sito Reaching Dawn sunglasses polarized?
- Yes. The Reaching Dawn uses CR-39 lenses with an integrated polarized filter that cuts reflected glare from water, sand, and wet surfaces, reducing eye fatigue on bright days.
- What is plant-based acetate and why does it matter?
- Plant-based acetate is made from wood pulp and natural plasticizers rather than petroleum derivatives. It is bio-sourced, carries rich depth of pattern through the full thickness of the material, and is the preferred frame material in quality independent eyewear because of its durability and finish.
- What face shapes work best with the Reaching Dawn frame?
- Sito designed the Reaching Dawn for a small-to-medium fit that works particularly well on round and heart-shaped faces. The proportioned lens width and moderate bridge width keep the frame in balance with softer facial features.
- What UV protection do the Sito Reaching Dawn lenses provide?
- The lenses offer high UV protection, blocking UVA and UVB radiation. The frame is made to Australian Standard AS/NZS 1067, which sets minimum requirements for UV transmittance and lens performance.
- What comes in the box with the Reaching Dawn sunglasses?
- Each pair includes Sito's sustainable packaging and a protective pouch that also functions as a lens cleaning cloth.
- How do CR-39 lenses compare to glass or polycarbonate?
- CR-39 is roughly half the weight of glass at the same thickness, offers excellent optical clarity with minimal distortion, and accepts coatings more cleanly than polycarbonate. It is the standard choice in quality fashion and lifestyle eyewear where weight and optical purity matter more than impact resistance.
- Where can I buy Sito Reaching Dawn sunglasses?
- The Reaching Dawn is available in store and online at Island Water Sports, South Florida's destination for beach lifestyle and water sports gear.