How to Get Your Own Sunglasses Fast with Lida

Do you know how to get your own sunglasses quickly? Many people think they need a full design team to create specific styles, but in reality, it’s much simpler. At Lida, getting wholesale glasses frames in your own style is easier than you might imagine. Whether you’re a small business owner, a start-up eyewear brand, or a retailer looking to add unique designs to your store, we’ve developed a streamlined process that can turn your idea into a finished product in record time. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step—from choosing materials to finalizing colors—so you can create custom sunglasses that reflect your vision.

What Materials Are Good for Your Custom Sunglasses?

Before you start designing your sunglasses, the most important decision is choosing the right material. The material affects not just the appearance, but also the weight, comfort, durability, and even the price point of your final product.

Acetate

Acetate is a premium, plant-based material derived from renewable resources like cotton and wood pulp. It’s lightweight, durable, and offers an impressive range of colors and patterns. One of its biggest advantages is flexibility in design—you can create everything from bold, multi-color patterns to subtle, transparent styles. At Lida, we use high-quality acetate sheets that are cut, heated, and molded into shape before being polished to a smooth, glossy finish. This results in frames that feel luxurious, fit comfortably, and last for years.

Metal

Metal frames—made from stainless steel, aluminum, or titanium—are popular for their strength and sleek appearance. They’re often chosen for modern, minimalist designs or high-end luxury styles. Titanium in particular offers superior durability with an ultra-lightweight feel, making it ideal for premium sunglasses. Our manufacturing process includes precision cutting, shaping, and joining with welding or soldering, followed by polishing and protective coating to prevent corrosion and maintain shine.

TR90

TR90 is a highly durable thermoplastic known for its flexibility, lightweight comfort, and resistance to heat and impact. This makes it an excellent choice for sports and active lifestyles. The frames are produced through injection molding, which allows for quick manufacturing and consistent quality. TR90 sunglasses are especially popular among customers looking for performance eyewear that can withstand rough conditions without losing shape.

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re unsure which material to choose, our team can help you match the right option to your target audience, price range, and intended use—whether it’s fashion-forward streetwear, high-performance sports eyewear, or luxury designer frames.

How to Make Custom Sunglasses from Your Hand-Drawn Draft

You don’t need professional design skills to bring your ideas to life. At Lida, we encourage you to share your vision in any form—whether it’s a polished digital design or a quick sketch on paper.

Simply draw the outline of your sunglasses frame and temples. You don’t need to worry about exact measurements at this stage; just focus on the shape, style, and any unique details you want to include. Once we receive your draft, our designers will refine it and suggest optimal sizing for both style and comfort.

Your sketch could be the start of a bold new silhouette, a retro-inspired frame, or even a functional sports design. We value this stage because it allows us to blend your creativity with our expertise, producing designs that are distinctive yet manufacturable.

From Draft to Detailed AutoCAD for Production

After receiving your draft, our design team translates it into a detailed AutoCAD file. This is a critical step that ensures your idea can be accurately manufactured.

We’ll work with you to define technical specifications such as:

Arm length, lens width, bridge size, and overall dimensions.

Material compatibility (whether your design is best suited for acetate, metal, or TR90).

Lens shape and curvature for both style and comfort.

AutoCAD gives us exact measurements and allows us to visualize the sunglasses from multiple angles. This stage also helps us identify potential manufacturing challenges early on and make necessary adjustments before production begins. With our experienced engineers and access to advanced manufacturing technology, we can move from draft to prototype with speed and precision.

How to Make Your Own Sunglasses in the Right Colors

Choosing the right colors can make or break your sunglasses’ appeal. Beyond personal style, color selection can be a powerful marketing tool—certain shades and patterns can resonate more strongly with your target customers.

Grey Eyes: Colorful patterned frames add vibrancy while complementing the natural coolness of grey eyes.

Brown or Hazel Eyes: Warm tones like gold, olive green, and deep yellow create a rich, flattering contrast.

Blue Eyes: Cool shades like blue and grey highlight blue eyes beautifully. These also pair well with tortoiseshell patterns and dark browns.

Green Eyes: Earthy shades with gold accents are a classic choice, while young audiences may enjoy bold pinks and purples for a playful touch.

At Lida, we offer an extensive color library, from timeless neutrals to custom prints, so you can match your frames perfectly to your brand’s aesthetic.

Upload Your Media to Lida – Get Your Sunglasses Fast

Once you’ve decided on the structure, material, and colors, simply upload your media—sketches, color palettes, reference images—to Lida’s online portal. Our experts will review your files and confirm every detail with you before moving to production.

Thanks to our streamlined workflow and advanced machinery, we can deliver high-quality, custom-made sunglasses in just a few days. Whether you need a small batch for a boutique collection or a large wholesale order for retail, we can scale production to meet your needs.

Beyond sunglasses, we also offer a variety of other eyewear products, including wholesale optical frames, giving you more ways to expand your product line.