Business Details
11 Years
experience
Premium Sunglasses & Eyewear in San Diego
Founded in 2015 as a humble farmers market booth in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, Cali Life Co has evolved into a globally recognized brand celebrated for its California-inspired eyewear. Our journey began with a commitment to merging artistry with functionality, crafting sunglasses that combine natural materials like wood and bamboo with cutting-edge UV400 polarized lenses. We maintain complete control over our production process, designing every product in-house while prioritizing sustainability and ethical sourcing. Our dedication to quality extends beyond products through our lifetime warranty program and low-cost repair services, ensuring lasting value for customers.As a socially conscious business, we actively support underserved communities through partnerships with organizations like Sharda Yoga Center, providing art and wellness programs for children in border regions. With features in Vogue and a reputation as California's Premier Gift Experience, we continue to innovate while maintaining the authenticity and attention to detail that defined our early days.
Services
UV400 Sunglasses
Polarized Lenses
Eco-Friendly Frames
Lifetime Warranty
Repair Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in UV400 polarized eyewear since 2015
- Our frames use sustainable materials like bamboo and reclaimed wood
- Every purchase includes a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
- We offer low-cost repair services for long-term product viability
- Our community programs support art and wellness education for underserved youth
What people say
Lightweight frames
UV400 polarized lenses
Earthy tones
Raw beauty of wood
Everyday wear
Services
UV400 Sunglasses
Our sunglasses feature UV400 polarized lenses that block 99-100% of harmful UV rays. This protection prevents eye damage from sun exposure while maintaining clear vision. Each pair combines style with essential eye safety.
Eco-Friendly Frames
We craft frames from natural materials like bamboo, reclaimed wood, and plant-based plastics. These eco-conscious choices reduce environmental impact while creating unique, lightweight designs for daily wear.
Lifetime Warranty
Every purchase includes a lifetime warranty covering manufacturing defects. We provide repair services and replacement options to maintain your eyewear's longevity and performance over time.
Repair Services
We offer affordable repair solutions for damaged frames and lenses. Our team handles adjustments, replacements, and restoration to extend your sunglasses' lifespan while maintaining quality standards.
Community Programs
Through partnerships with organizations like Sharda Yoga Center, we provide art and wellness programs for underserved children. These initiatives promote creativity, health, and community connection in border regions.
People
Nina Ruud
Co-Founder and Operations Manager
Nina co-founded Cali Life Co in 2015 and oversees daily operations. With a background in sustainable design, she ensures quality control and manages community initiatives that support underserved youth through art and wellness programs.
Questions
What makes your sunglasses different from other brands?
We use UV400 polarized lenses standard in all frames, eco-friendly materials like bamboo, and California-inspired designs. Our lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects indefinitely.
Do you offer prescription lenses?
Currently we specialize in non-prescription sunglasses. Our frames are designed to accommodate most face shapes while providing optimal sun protection and style.
How does your lifetime warranty work?
Our lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects. For other damage, we offer repair services at cost. File a claim through our website for evaluation and repair options.
What materials do you use for frames?
We use sustainably sourced wood, bamboo, and plant-based plastics. Each material is selected for durability, lightweight comfort, and environmental responsibility while maintaining unique aesthetic qualities.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship within 1-2 business days. We offer free shipping on orders over $100 with standard delivery times varying by destination within the United States.
Do you support any charitable causes?
We partner with Sharda Yoga Center to provide art and wellness programs for underserved children in border communities, promoting creativity and health through weekly initiatives.
Reviews (5)
Pip D.
Jan 20, 2022
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Don't buy anything from them! They'll send you damaged product then blame you. If you try to fight it they will literally call you and harass you. So not buy!!
Chris Burgos
Oct 15, 2021
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Absolutely incredible company! I bought a few pairs for my wife and I and one of hers didn't sit well on her face (no fault to the glasses) and we contacted customer support to ask if we can switch them. The owner answered and hooked us up with an exchange, as well as a promo code for a discount on the new pair so we actually saved about $30 and she loved them. The customer support is spot on. Even at night when we called, there wasn't a wait and there was a person on the other side! Would definitely recommend!! Also the glasses have these incredible details that are next to none. I will surely
Braden Adams
Sep 05, 2021
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I purchased from this company. They looked fantastic!! I was super happy until it got really hot in the PNW. The diferent woods separated from each other which made the glasses very structurally weak,and they ended up cracking. Then I reached out realizing I bought a warranty, but that warranty still requires me to pay 25% of the price. Very disappointing
Update. The company reached out and because of they say my glasses broke they sent me a new pair. Nina is fantastic!!
Update. The company reached out and because of they say my glasses broke they sent me a new pair. Nina is fantastic!!
Andrea Kauppila
Aug 21, 2021
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Quick update. Nina did reach out to me and my son three weeks ago, and we thought everything was going to work out. However, she has not yet followed up with the promised replacement sunglasses. Original post:
I ordered sunglasses for my son from Cali Life's website. When we received them, we noticed that the nose piece was broken and an area over the eye was shredding (these were wooden sunglasses). We emailed the company immediately, requesting replacement glasses. They told us to use a form that did not work. We emailed them back stating that the form was not working properly. They emailed
I ordered sunglasses for my son from Cali Life's website. When we received them, we noticed that the nose piece was broken and an area over the eye was shredding (these were wooden sunglasses). We emailed the company immediately, requesting replacement glasses. They told us to use a form that did not work. We emailed them back stating that the form was not working properly. They emailed
Hudson Harris
Mar 31, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I have had 3 pairs of Cali Life Co. sunglasses and they are simply the best. When life (or my dog or my kids) has broken/scratched my lenses, the customer service at Cali Life took care of me like family! This is the only sunglasses i ever want to wear and the lifetime warranty makes it easy!
I have had 3 pairs of Cali Life Co. sunglasses and they are simply the best. When life (or my dog or my kids) has broken/scratched my lenses, the customer service at Cali Life took care of me like family! This is the only sunglasses i ever want to wear and the lifetime warranty makes it easy!
