Maximum performance side shield sunglasses for open-water adventures
April 25th 2025 – Amsterdam, the Netherlands
VALLON is thrilled to announce the launch of the Heron Ocean, Dark-Grey Blue. Maximum performance side-shield sunglasses designed with blue mirrored coated polarized lenses, purpose-built for the long days out on the high seas.
This latest addition to the Heron collection combines best-in-class polarized and shatterproof polycarbonate optics with a classic alpine-inspired design – the perfect companion for sailing, fishing, kayaking, and other open-water pursuits.
Say goodbye to glare, wind and ocean spray for all your coastal adventures. Your eyes will thank you for it!
Maximum protection for your eyes
Heron Ocean are engineered to tackle intense glare and refl ections found on open water. Inspired by a traditional glacier sunglasses design, this model features genuine leather side shields and a detachable leather centerpiece – providing superior protection from peripheral light, wind, and spray where regular wraparound styles fall short.
With Category 3 (13% VLT), polarized lenses and a full blue mirror coating, the Heron Ocean offers exceptional color clarity and contrast on reflective surfaces. A subtle brown hue from this unique lens and mirror coating combination enhances vision without altering color perception.
Product features
- Polarized Cat. 3 lenses: Eliminate glare, boost contrast, and enhance color accuracy. Rated UV400, they offer 100% protection from harmful UV rays and are shatterproof, made from 2mm polycarbonate.
- TR90® Grilamid frame: Lightweight (25g) yet ultra-durable, with fully adjustable temples that secure comfortably around the ears.
- Protective design: Leather side shields and a detachable centerpiece guard against sun, wind, and water, providing maximum focus and eye safety.
- Plastic-free packaging: Heron Ocean are delivered in a stylish faux-leather hard case with a microfiber cleaning cloth.
Designed for Seafarers
Whether you’re fishing at sunrise, trimming sails in high noon glare, or exploring the open coast by kayak, let Heron Ocean be your trusted companion. Designed for maximum visual clarity and physical protection, they embody VALLON’s brand philosophy of combining classic style, and maximum performance.
Heron Ocean, Dark-Grey Blue are now available from www.vallon.com and limited retailers worldwide.
About VALLON
Inspired by iconic eyewear of yesteryear and their deep passion for outdoor sports, VALLON was founded by two Swedish brothers with a shared vision to reinvent sports eyewear. Seeking to merge classic design elements with high-performance functionality, they created a new generation of eyewear fit for modern day adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts.
VALLON sunglasses and goggles are trusted by professional athletes taking on the world’s toughest challenges. Combining resilience, protection, sustainability, and innovation, we strive to make the most unique, fair-priced, and best looking eyewear for outdoor enthusiasts. Cleaning up plastic with every pair sold.
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Sustainability
1kg of plastic cleaned up and recycled for every pair sold. Working with our sustainability partner, Empower, the VALLON community has helped clean up over 184,899kg of plastic waste worldwide. (That’s the equivalent of ~4,992,273 plastic bottles!). Learn more about this initiative here: https://www.vallon.com/pages/sustainability
