Handcrafted eco eyewear · Philadelphia
Luxury shades. Honest price. Real impact.
Premium polarized wood sunglasses and watches without the designer markup — and every pair purchased donates reading glasses to someone in need.
RD Shadez Charitable Eyewear
Introducing Our Buy One Give One Program!
RD Shadez is donating a pair of reading glasses to someone in need with the purchase of a pair of RD Shadez eco-friendly sunglasses! Your purchase will help those throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding areas in need of glasses.
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Every pair you buy gives someone the gift of sight
With every purchase of RD Shadez eco-friendly sunglasses, we donate a pair of reading glasses to someone in need throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding areas.
Why RD Shadez
Crafted from real wood. Built for everyday life.
Every frame is handcrafted from sustainable wood and finished with premium polarized lenses. For the utmost style, clarity and eye protection — shop with us and compare.
- Polarized UV400 lenses that rival $200 designer pairs
- Bamboo, walnut, zebrawood, ebony, rosewood & more
- Featherlight, floatable and built for everyday wear
- From $15 — compare and see the difference
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Welcome to RD SHADEZ
For the utmost style, clarity, and eye protection, sunglasses from RD Shadez provide quality at affordable prices. Shop with us and compare!
Why RD Shadez
Customers LOVE our Shadez!
“So I ordered my favorite pair online. I have about 5-6 pairs of Ray Bans and I can tell you these shades are just as good if not better. I think last count I have around 5 pairs of these and will buy more. That said, I will not waste my money on Ray Ban anymore-"
Thomas Scarano
Gift Certificates available!
Our shadez make the perfect gift for the special people in your life! Unsure of the style they would love the most? Get them a gift certificate! Certificates can be purchased in any denomination.
Please contact Robert at rdshadez@gmail.com to purchase one today!
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127+ five-star reviews
Customers love their Shadez
I have about 5-6 pairs of Ray Bans and I can tell you these shades are just as good if not better. Last count I have around 5 pairs of these and will buy more. I will not waste my money on Ray Ban anymore.
Thomas S.
The quality blew me away for the price. The wood grain is gorgeous, they float, and the polarization is the real deal. Plus a pair of reading glasses gets donated — win-win.
Maria K.
Bought the zebra wood watch as a gift and ended up ordering one for myself too. It looks like it cost three times the price. Shipping was fast and the packaging felt premium.
Devon R.
Customer service is top notch — Robert helped me pick the right frame for my face shape. These are my go-to shades for the beach and driving.
Jasmine T.
See the difference
Real polarization. Zero glare.
Drag the slider — our UV400 polarized lenses cut reflected glare from water, roads and snow, the same tech in $200 designer pairs.
- Blocks 100% of UVA/UVB rays
- Cuts reflected glare from water & roads
- True optical-grade polarized film
What to expect
From our hands to your eyes
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Handcrafted from real wood
Each frame starts as sustainably sourced bamboo, walnut, zebrawood or reclaimed skateboard wood.
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Fitted with polarized UV400 lenses
Optical-grade polarized film cuts glare from water and roads while blocking 100% of UVA/UVB.
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Your purchase gives sight
For every pair sold, we donate reading glasses to someone in need across the Philadelphia area.
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Good to know
Every frame is hand-finished, so grain and tone vary slightly — your pair is one of a kind.
The honest comparison
How RD Shadez compares
Same optical-grade polarization as the designer counters — without paying for the logo.
| Feature | RD Shadez | Designer brands | Cheap sunglasses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polarized UV400 lenses | | | |
| Handcrafted real wood | | | |
| Donates glasses to someone in need | | | |
| Typical price | $15–$50 | $150–$250 | $10–$20 |
Based on typical $150–$250 designer pairs and generic gas-station sunglasses.
Free U.S. shipping
On all orders over $50 — fast and tracked.
Polarized UV400
Designer-grade lens protection on every pair.
Buy one, give one
Every purchase donates reading glasses to someone in need.
30-day returns
Not in love? Easy returns, no questions asked.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions
Are the lenses really polarized?
Yes — every pair ships with true polarized UV400 lenses that block glare and 100% of UVA/UVB rays.
How does Buy One, Give One work?
For every pair of RD Shadez sunglasses purchased, we donate a pair of reading glasses to someone in need throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding areas.
What woods do you use?
Bamboo, duwood, beech, zebrawood, oak, black walnut, rosewood, kosso, verawood, recycled skateboard wood and more.
What is your return policy?
We offer 30-day hassle-free returns. If you're not in love with your Shadez, contact us and we'll make it right.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes! Our shadez make the perfect gift. Gift cards can be purchased in any denomination — contact us at rdshadez@gmail.com.