Who Wears Lani Shades?
Lani Shades was launched out of Sail Hawaii, our sailing school based in Honolulu. Some of the original Lani Hui are our sailing crew and hiking buddies on Oahu. Meet some of our friends here...
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s/v Gemini is our boat that features in a lot of our photos and Lani Shades field and float tests. Aboard this little old boat is where it all started. We use s/v Gemini for sailing classes and cruises around the Hawaiian islands. If you're ever on Oahu and want to join the crew, please get in touch!
Love them
"Three things when stranded on a desert island? 2 and 3 are debatable but I wouldn't even set sail without my Lani Shades."
Ryan / Captain & Waterman / Honolulu
@islandmagichawaii
Obsessed
"I love these sunglasses! They are perfect for a day on the water or at the beach. And environmentally friendly, too."
Brittany & Kevin
Marine Conservationists / Honolulu
@thenextswell
My Favorite Shades
"I love these shades!! They are versatile and stylish. Look great at the beach or on a road trip!!! I plan on ordering more styles!!!"
Michelle / Fitness Coach / Los Angeles
@michelles_fitish_life
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"Lani Shades was derived from sailing instructors’ need for quality sunglasses that could hold up to the Hawaiian sunshine ... these shades make for a great sailing accessory ... the environment has to be on our minds as sailors. Lani Shades are rooted in environmental awareness." (Excerpt) Read Zeke's full review here.
I love my Lani Shades
"They're so perfect for my ocean lifestyle because they're polarized to protect my eyes and they float in the ocean."
Noelani / Musician & Artist / Kauai
@noelanilove
The Best
"Whether I'm scanning the horizon at 10,000 feet or searching for the perfect dive spot on the reef, everything looks sharper and more vibrant through my Lani Shades."
Bryan / Waterman & Pilot / Hawaii
@flyinhigh842
Highly recommend
"I absolutely love these sunglasses! They fit great, the polarized lenses make everything look AMAZING, and they just look really good on!!"
Meredith / Photographer / Haleiwa
@meredithsledge
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These sunglasses are AMAZING! I spend all day conducting conservation field work on remote islands where eye protection is essential. No sunglasses ever looked so fetching while protecting against sun and sand. They are light weight, stay on my face while boating, and come with a beautiful case to store them in while I rest up for the next days' adventures. Part of my work is removing plastic marine debris from beaches and I that is why I searched for a bamboo frame. I sure am glad I found Lani who shares in my passion for clean oceans! I will never have to shop around for another company. Lani Shades is part of the family now!
Kure Atoll (Moku Pāpapa) is the most remote of the Northwestern Hawaiian islands and the most northern coral atoll in the world. An important and sensitive nesting area for sea birds and refuge for the Hawaiian monk seal, the atoll unfortunately is a clear example of the problem with plastic pollution in our oceans. Mahalo Caitlin for being there and doing what you can to clean it up!
Mahalo Captain Jeff at the Sailing Academy for the shout out! Check out their YouTube Channel for great sailing tips!
Mahalo Ku'ulelehua for the shout out! Check out her cool content @poly_diva
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"From sailing to surfing, this new O'ahu based sunglasses company makes protecting your eyes when in the ocean both eco-friendly and stylish..." Read Ela's full feature here.
Check out this super cute reel our friends Christine and Timmy made!
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Lani Shades was founded by Greg Martin, USCG licensed Captain and ASA sailing instructor, sailing out of Ala Wai Harbor on his 1964 Alberg 35 sailboat. Learn more and join the crew.
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