LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance - Waterhaul
LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance         LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance

LIMITED EDITION Rescue To Recycle Sunglasses x World Cetacean Alliance

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Limited edition sunglasses, with frames made from fishing gear recovered from a Humpback Whale entanglement. Designed in a rectangular sunglasses frame that suits a wide range of face shapes.

Paired with polarised Grey mineral Glass+ lenses, renowned for their UVA/UVB 400 protection, as well as exceptional optical clarity and durability.

On 21st September 2023, a Raggy Charters vessel in Algoa Bay, South Africa, discovered a young humpback whale entangled in ropes and buoys that prevented it from diving and feeding.

The National Sea Rescue Institute launched a complex operation to free the exhausted whale, ultimately succeeding in saving its life. The whale has since been spotted alive and healthy.

The recovered ghost gear was sent to Waterhaul, where we transformed it into unique sunglasses that support marine conservation. £37.50 from each sale goes to the World Cetacean Alliance.

Made entirely from recycled fishing gear recovered from the whale entangled in ghost gear, in Algoa Bay, South Africa. Each frame is individually numbered as a tangible reminder of the marine life saved from this deadly plastic, and includes coordinates to where the rescue took place.

Offering the highest optical clarity, scratch resistance, and full UV 400 protection. These lenses reduce glare and enhance your visual experience, whether it’s a bright sunny day or an overcast adventure.

With every pair of sunglasses sold, £37.50 goes directly to the World Cetacean Alliance; the world’s largest partnership working to protect whales, dolphins, and porpoises, to support future cetacean conservation efforts.

So far, we've recycled 74429kg of marine plastic and your purchase will help us to increase this even further.

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Grey rectangular unisex frame that fits a broad range of medium to large face shapes.

Lens width: 50 mm
Bridge width: 21 mm
Arm length: 139 mm

Plastic-free packaging made in the UK, featuring bespoke illustrations from marine wildlife artist Rachel Brooks, as well as ventral pleats reminiscent of a whale’s underbelly and a striking yellow hue inspired by the buoys recovered during the rescue operation.

Limited editoon Rescue to Recycle folding cork glasses case included with every pair.

These frames are built with 100% recycled polypropylene fishing gear, recovered from the humpback whale rescue, and embedded with a story of positive ocean action.

Polypropylene is a lightweight, durable polymer, commonly used in fishing gear in forms such as ropes, bait bags and mooring lines.

In its recycled form, it's a versatile plastic suited to use in a very broad range of uses, and helps to give our frames a flexability that, when heated, allows you to make adjustments to your frames at home.

Our delivery packaging is always entirely plastic-free and 100% recyclable.

30 days to try at home and exchange or return.

Free UK returns with Royal Mail.

Entirely plastic free and sustainable packaging.

Worldwide shipping options.

By buying these limited edition sunglasses, you’re contributing to a network of dedicated conservationists making a real difference.

£37.50 of your purchase goes directly to the World Cetacean Alliance (WCA) and its partners, helping fund ongoing whale rescue operations.