Kids Sunglasses (6-11yrs)
Bendable UV400 polarised - sunnies they'll actually want to wear.
Sunnies they'll actually want to wear
Most kids sunglasses get bought once and worn twice. The pair the parent picked feels uncool to a seven-year-old, and ends up in the bottom of the schoolbag by Friday.
The trick at ages 6 to 11 is finding sunnies that pass two tests: yours and theirs. Yours is UV400, Category 3, bendable frame, real warranty. Theirs is "do I look like myself in these." If a pair doesn't clear both bars, it doesn't get worn, and the sun protection conversation is over.
That's the gap our kids range is designed to fill. Aussie-designed frames in shapes kids actually pick, with the lens credentials and frame durability that mean you only buy them once.
Why school-age kids need proper sunglasses
Once your kid starts school, their outdoor exposure jumps. Walking to and from school. Lunchtime in the sun. PE lessons and school sport. Weekend soccer or ballet or scooter park sessions.
Kids' eyes let in more UV than adult eyes because their lenses are clearer. Cumulative damage builds through childhood and shows up as adults - cataracts, macular degeneration, skin cancers around the eyelids. The good news: consistent protection through primary school significantly reduces lifetime risk.
- AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 certified. The mandatory Australian sunglasses standard for UV performance.
- 100% UV protection. Blocks all UVA and UVB rays.
- Category 3 polarised lenses. The density rating recommended for Australian sun conditions.
What to Look For In Kids Sunglasses
School-age kids don't take sunglasses off carefully. They toss them into school bags, sit on them during storytime, and rip them off mid-soccer game.
Our flexible frames are designed to bend under pressure and return to shape - so the pair that gets crushed in a locker doesn't need to be replaced the next day.
FAQ
Are kids sunglasses worth it?
Yes, if the lenses are UV400 rated. The Cancer Council recommends UV-protective sunglasses for kids from around six months whenever they're outside in bright sun. The damage from UV exposure is cumulative across a lifetime, so the years between 6 and 11 matter for long-term eye health. Fashion sunglasses without UV protection are actively worse than no sunglasses at all - the dark tint makes the pupil dilate and lets in more UV.
Should a 7 year old wear sunglasses?
By 6, kids care what their sunnies look like. If they think a pair is babyish or uncool, it stays in the school bag no matter how good the UV protection is. Our kids' range is styled to sit somewhere between playful and grown-up - so a 7 year old will wear them to the scooter park AND an 11 year old won't be embarrassed to wear them to school.
Eight colourways: Pastel Pink, Rosewood, Vanilla, Sage, Misty Blue, Terracotta, Mustard, Cornflower. Unisex. Let them pick.
What sunglasses do kids actually like to wear?
The ones they picked themselves. Across our range, the most-worn pair in any household is the one the kid chose from a few options the parent vetted first. Style preferences vary wildly at this age - colour and shape matter more to the kid than spec sheets. The smart move is to curate three or four pairs that all meet the safety bar, then let them pick the colour.
How do I know if my kid's sunglasses are UV-safe?
Look for "UV400" or "100% UVA/UVB" on the label, and check whether the brand mentions AS/NZS 1067 compliance (the Australian sunglasses standard). If the brand can't tell you the lens category or the standard, the protection probably isn't verified. A local optometrist can test a pair with a UV meter if you want certainty.
What if they break them at school?
The Lūmmi frame is TPEE - soft, bendable, harder to break than rigid plastic. If something does go wrong, the 12 Months Lūmmi Care Promise covers it. We know kids break things - the warranty is the answer, not the assumption that they won't.
Should kids wear polarised sunglasses?
Polarised is the higher-spec option. For everyday wear it's a nice-to-have. For kids who spend a lot of time around water (swimming, beach), or in bright reflective environments (car trips, snow), it makes a real comfort difference. All Lūmmi kids sunnies are polarised - we set that as the standard rather than a paid upgrade.
Do you make prescription-friendly sunglasses for kids?
Currently, our kids' sunglasses are non-prescription only. If your child needs prescription lenses for sun protection, we recommend speaking to your optometrist about prescription sunglasses or a photochromic lens option for their existing glasses.
Are these good for kids' sport - soccer, cricket, netball?
Yes. Our kids' sunglasses are designed to handle active play. Three features make them sport-friendly:
- Category 3 polarised lenses cut glare so your kid can actually see the ball on a bright day
- Flexible frames bend under pressure instead of snapping if there's a knock or fall
- No metal hinges or pinch points so there's nothing sharp to catch on during contact play
They're not designed as prescription sports eyewear (no wrap-around strap or impact certification), but for weekend soccer, cricket practice, or netball training, they hold up.
12 Months Lūmmi Care Promise
Kids break things. We replace them. Simple.
FOUNDER
I started Lūmmi Bunny because I couldn't find sunnies my kids would wear that I trusted. The pairs at chemists looked cheap and felt cheap. The premium ones were $90+ and broke in a fortnight. The middle ground didn't exist. These are the sunnies I make for my own kids."
— Serena, founder