Upfront disclosure: we are Aura Shades, and we make sunglasses too. So read this as an informed competitor's assessment rather than a neutral third-party review. We have kept it factual, we say plainly where Sunday Shades is the better choice, and every claim about their products comes from their own public information. Judge it on whether it is useful.
The short verdict
Sunday Shades is a legitimate Singapore sunglasses brand with a clear, well-executed idea: sunglasses designed around an explicit Asian fit, marketed hard on staying put while you run. Their range is tight, simple and affordable, roughly $49 to $89, with lightweight polymer frames and no metal hinges. If your priority is a low entry price and a brand that has built its whole identity around a secure running fit, they are a sensible pick and you should buy them.
Where we think we go further is technical depth: Category 3 polarised lenses across the range, carbon fibre construction, photochromic options, adjustable nose pads, and a clearly stated 1 year warranty with 30 days of free returns. We start at $54.90 with free local delivery and go up to $159.90. If you want more lens technology and are willing to pay for it, that is our argument.
Buy Sunday Shades if: you want the lowest entry price, a simple range with no decisions to agonise over, or you specifically want a brand built around an explicit Asian fit label.
Buy Aura Shades if: you want Category 3 polarised or photochromic lenses, carbon fibre frames, adjustable nose pads, or a warranty and returns policy stated in plain terms.
In this article
- Sunday Shades vs Aura Shades at a glance
- What Sunday Shades genuinely gets right
- Fit matters more than the label
- No-bounce is nothing without the right fit
- How do the prices stack up?
- Looking for a Sunday Shades alternative?
- Which should you choose?
- FAQ
Sunday Shades vs Aura Shades: how do they compare at a glance?
| Feature | Sunday Shades | Aura Shades |
|---|---|---|
| Based in | Singapore | Singapore |
| Price range (SGD) | $49 to $89 | $54.90 to $159.90 |
| Lens options | Polarised, UV400 | Polarised Cat 3, UV400, photochromic (select models) |
| Frame material | Lightweight polymer, no metal hinges | Carbon fibre, TR90 |
| Nose pads | Fixed | Adjustable on carbon fibre series |
| Fit approach | Explicit "Asian fit" design | Snug, secure fit across face shapes |
| Range size | Tight and simple | Broader, more variants |
| Warranty | Refer to their site for current terms | 1 year, full coverage |
| Returns | Check current terms on their site | 30 days, free |
What Sunday Shades genuinely gets right
It would be easy to write a comparison that finds nothing good to say about a competitor. That is not a useful review, and it is not honest. Four things Sunday Shades does well:
- A clear, single idea. Explicit Asian fit is a real answer to a real problem. Plenty of eyewear is designed around face shapes that do not reflect most people in this region, and saying so out loud is a genuine service to buyers.
- A simpler decision. Their range is deliberately tight. If you do not want to compare lens categories and frame materials, fewer options is a feature, not a limitation. We offer more choice, and more choice is not always what people want.
- A lower entry price. At around $49, their Classic series undercuts our $54.90 starting point. If budget is the deciding factor, that is a straightforward win for them.
- No metal hinges. Fewer failure points and less to corrode in humidity. It is a reasonable engineering choice, not just a marketing line.
Fit matters more than the label
Here is where we differ in philosophy. Sunday Shades markets a dedicated Asian fit design, and that is a valid attempt to solve a real problem. But face shapes vary hugely even within that description. Wider bridges, narrower temples, higher cheekbones, smaller heads: the range is enormous, and no single fit label covers all of it.
That is exactly why Aura Squad members keep telling us the same thing in their reviews: it is not about a label on the box, it is about how the frame actually feels on your face, hour after hour, run after run.
"The fit is very good for me and it does not cause a mark on my nose bridge, which is very often for me, when I wore it during driving."
It is also why our carbon fibre series comes with adjustable nose pads. Nose bridge height varies a lot from person to person, and a fixed nose pad forces you to compromise. An adjustable one lets you set the shades closer or further from your face until it actually feels right.
The fair counterpoint: a fixed, well-chosen fit that happens to suit your face needs no adjusting and has one less thing to loosen over time. If Sunday Shades fits you well straight out of the box, adjustability is solving a problem you do not have.
No-bounce is nothing without the right fit
Let's be honest about something the whole active sunglasses category loves to shout about: "no-bounce," "zero slip," "locked in." Sunday Shades has built its identity around this promise and we respect that. We believe in it too. A pair of sunglasses that flies off mid-sprint is worse than useless.
But a no-bounce claim only means something if the frame actually fits your face in the first place. A frame that is too small or clamps down too tight might technically not bounce, but that is not a win, that is discomfort wearing a different name. The point of "secure" should be confidence, not counting down the minutes until you can take them off.
The Arctic Yeti was built to stay locked in through real movement, real sweat and real pace, without squeezing your head to do it. It is our most proven pick, with 88% five-star ratings.
Transparent frame, Category 3 polarised lenses, carbon fibre temples. 88% five-star rated.
No bounce and no clamping. Secure should never come at the cost of comfortable.
How do Sunday Shades and Aura Shades prices compare?
Sunday Shades keeps things simple with a tight range, from $49 for its Classic series up to $89 for Max and Volt. Aura Shades starts at $54.90 for everyday styles, with free local delivery included, and stretches to $159.90 with our photochromic releases.
At the entry level the two brands are close enough that price should not be your deciding factor: roughly $5 apart. The real divergence is at the top end, where we offer lens technology that has no equivalent in Sunday Shades' current lineup. Whether that is worth double the price depends entirely on how you use them. For casual weekend wear, honestly, it probably is not.
Photochromic polarised lenses (Category 2 to 4), carbon fibre frame with adjustable nose pads, built for sustained tropical brightness and glare off water.
Ghostless photochromic lenses (Category 0 to 3) with adjustable nose pads, the everyday all-rounder from near-clear indoors to moderate tint outdoors. A strong pick for cyclists moving between shade and open light. See our full photochromic guide →
Looking for a Sunday Shades alternative?
If you have looked at Sunday Shades and something did not quite land, here is an honest map of where to go next depending on what was missing.
- You wanted adjustable fit rather than a fixed one: our carbon fibre series has adjustable nose pads, which is the single most useful thing if fixed frames have left marks on your nose bridge before.
- You wanted lenses that adapt to changing light: photochromic is the answer, and neither brand's entry range covers it. 67 Shades of Grey runs Category 0 to 3, which is the range that matters if you move between shade and open sun.
- You wanted a warranty stated in plain terms: we publish 1 year full coverage and 30 days free returns. Compare that against whatever their current terms say and decide for yourself.
- You wanted something cheaper than both: honestly, below about $49 in Singapore you are usually buying unverified UV protection, which is worse than no sunglasses at all. Read our UV400 explainer before you go bargain hunting.
Which should you choose: Sunday Shades or Aura Shades?
- Lowest entry price and a simple range: Sunday Shades, at around $49.
- An explicit Asian fit label as your starting point: Sunday Shades built their identity around it.
- Proven fit with Category 3 polarised lenses and carbon fibre construction: the Arctic Yeti, 88% five-star rated.
- Lenses that adapt automatically as light changes: Blinded by My Own Greatness or 67 Shades of Grey, both in stock now.
- Adjustable nose pads because fixed frames have marked your nose before: our carbon fibre series.
- A clearly stated warranty and free delivery across Singapore: 1 year warranty, free delivery from $54.90, 30 days free returns.
Join the Aura Squad
Polarised, carbon fibre sports sunglasses built for Singapore's sun, and for your face, not just a label. Backed by a 1 year warranty and 30 days of free returns.
Shop Aura Shades →Free local delivery from $54.90 · 1 year warranty · 30 day free returns
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunday Shades worth it?
For a lot of buyers, yes. At around $49 for the Classic series you get polarised UV400 lenses in a lightweight polymer frame with no metal hinges, from a Singapore brand built specifically around a secure running fit. If your priority is entry price and a simple decision, it is a reasonable buy. Where it stops short is technical lens options: no photochromic, and fixed rather than adjustable nose pads.
What is the best Sunday Shades alternative in Singapore?
We would obviously say us, so weigh that accordingly. The honest version: if you want a broadly similar product at a similar price, the two brands are close at entry level. If you specifically want Category 3 polarised lenses, carbon fibre frames, adjustable nose pads or photochromic lenses, that is where our range goes further than theirs currently does.
Is Sunday Shades better than Aura Shades for Asian face shapes?
Sunday Shades markets an explicit Asian fit design as its core positioning, and it is a genuinely good idea. We do not use that label, but our customers consistently report a comfortable, secure fit that does not pinch or leave marks, and our carbon fibre series adds adjustable nose pads. Since face shapes vary so much person to person, check the size guide either way before you order.
Does a "no-bounce" claim actually matter if the sunglasses do not fit well?
Not really. A secure fit only works when the frame is genuinely sized right for your face. If a frame is clamping down to stop movement, that is not the same as a comfortable, properly fitted no-bounce design. Comfort and security should go hand in hand, not trade off against each other.
What is the price difference between Sunday Shades and Aura Shades?
Sunday Shades ranges from $49 to $89. Aura Shades ranges from $54.90 to $159.90, with the top end held by two photochromic models, Blinded by My Own Greatness and 67 Shades of Grey, both in stock now.
Are Aura Shades good for running in Singapore?
The Arctic Yeti uses Category 3 polarised lenses to cut glare from roads, water and buildings, in a lightweight carbon fibre frame built to stay put at pace, whether you are at East Coast Park or climbing at MacRitchie.
Do Aura Shades' carbon fibre sunglasses have adjustable nose pads?
Yes. Our carbon fibre series, including Blinded by My Own Greatness and 67 Shades of Grey, comes with adjustable nose pads, so you can set the fit closer or further from your face rather than relying on one fixed shape.
Which brand has a better warranty, Sunday Shades or Aura Shades?
Aura Shades offers a clearly stated 1 year warranty covering manufacturing defects and workmanship, plus 30 days of free returns. For Sunday Shades' current warranty and returns terms, refer to their website directly, as policies can change.
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