How to Care for Your Sunglasses and Keep Them Looking New

A beautiful pair of sunglasses deserves better than ending up scratched at the bottom of a bag.
If you want to keep your Paul d’Orsay sunglasses in perfect condition for as long as possible, a few simple habits can make all the difference.

This maintenance guide is designed for everyday use, whether you're in the city, at the beach, or under the Australian sun.

1. The Right Way to Clean Your Lenses

The lenses are the most delicate part of your sunglasses, yet often the most mistreated (t-shirts, tissues, towels…).

The Proper Cleaning Method

Rinse the lenses with lukewarm water
This removes dust and sand before you start cleaning.

Add a drop of mild soap
Use neutral soap or gentle hand soap.
Avoid harsh products such as corrosive dish detergent, alcohol, or glass cleaners.

Gently rub with your fingers
Soft, controlled movements—no scrubbing as if you were cleaning cookware.

Rinse thoroughly
To remove all traces of soap.

Dry with a clean microfiber cloth
Avoid t-shirts, towels, or paper tissues.

What to Avoid

  • Clothing or beach towels: they can create micro-scratches.

  • Tissues or paper towels: fibers are too abrasive.

  • Household cleaning products: too harsh for lens coatings.

Paul d’Orsay lenses are designed to last, but they will greatly benefit from this simple routine.

2. Protecting the Frame in Daily Life

Frames also face the realities of everyday use: heat, impacts, bending, and crowded bags.

Simple Protective Habits

Always store your sunglasses in a case
A hard case is safest, especially when carrying them in a bag.

Never place them face down
Set them on their arms, or fold them and place them frame-side down.

Avoid very hot environments
On a car dashboard in full sun, for example, the frame can warp.

3. What to Do About Light Scratches

Even with care, a small scratch can happen.

For minor scratches

An optician can check your sunglasses to determine whether the scratch is purely aesthetic or affects vision.
This is also a good opportunity to have them inspect:

  • Screw tightening

  • Arm adjustment

  • Nose-bridge stability

If the scratch is too deep and interferes with vision, replacing the lenses is usually the best option.

4. Common Mistakes That Damage Sunglasses

Some everyday habits shorten the lifespan of your sunglasses.

Habits to Avoid

Wearing them on top of your head
This stretches the arms and gradually distorts the frame.

Leaving them loose in a bag
Keys, coins, and phone cases can easily cause scratches.

Cleaning them “dry”
Rubbing a dusty lens is like using fine sandpaper on its surface.

5. Caring for the Style as Well

Taking care of your sunglasses is not only technical; it is also a way of respecting the object and the image it conveys.

Paul d’Orsay sunglasses are designed as pieces meant to last:

  • Timeless design inspired by Parisian style

  • Lightweight, comfortable frames

  • Lenses crafted for long-lasting protection and durability

With a simple and regular care routine, your pair will remain as elegant as the day you received it.

6. In Summary

To keep your sunglasses looking new:

  • Clean the lenses regularly with lukewarm water, mild soap, and a microfiber cloth

  • Store them in a hard case whenever you’re not wearing them

  • Avoid excessive heat, dry cleaning, and abrasive surfaces

  • Have them checked by an optician if you notice any issues

A beautiful pair of Paul d’Orsay sunglasses deserves to be treated as a key piece in your wardrobe.
With proper care, they’ll accompany you all summer—this year and the next.

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