Seconds & Samples - Each pair has a minor cosmetic flaw - a small mark, a light scratch, or a slight variation in the frame, or even better, just been used in a photoshoot once! The exact fault is noted next to the specific pair you choose. Same lenses, same UV protection, same bored·george quality, for a lot less. Because they’re one-offs, seconds & samples are final sale: no returns or exchanges.

You know that feeling when someone stops you and asks where you got your sunnies? That’s the Piper Tort effect. Our most-reviewed pair and most asked-about style. The oversized cat-eye polarised sunglasses loved by over 5000 customers and counting, with hundreds of 5-star reviews across New Zealand and beyond.

Designed in New Zealand. Built to last. Worn everywhere, from the school run to the beach to date night.

Why you’ll love the Piper Tort:

• Oversized cat-eye silhouette, flattering on almost every face shape, with a timeless retro-modern edge
• Polarised UV400 lenses with 100% UVA/UVB protection to reduce glare and eye strain
• Category 3 UV protection, perfect for driving, beach days, and high-glare environments
• Premium acetate frames, a plant-based material derived from tree pulp and cotton, and a sustainable alternative to plastic
• Warm tortoiseshell pattern. Each pair is unique, with subtle variations that make yours one of a kind
• Complies with New Zealand and Australian sunglasses standards (AS/NZS 1067)
• Designed in New Zealand by a small, women-led team

The oversized cat-eye sunglasses trend, and why Piper leads it

The cat-eye silhouette has been a go-to for decades, but the oversized version is having a real moment. As proven by thousands of customers over 6 years, and the sales aren’t slowing. In fact, the Piper Tort effect is just getting bigger. Bigger lenses mean more sun coverage, less squinting, and a bolder look that works just as well with a linen shirt and jeans as it does with a slip dress.

The Piper Tort is our standard-size cat-eye, with an extra-small fit also available. Love the look but want a different colour? The Piper family also comes in Black, Purple, and Shimmer.