Australian sunglasses made in Sydney that don’t cost the earth

Looking for sunglasses made in Australia that go beyond just looking good? You’re in the right place.

At Good Citizens, we turn plastic waste into something actually useful. Sunglasses designed, made and assembled right here in Sydney. Our frames aren’t just Australian by postcode. They’re built for real Aussie conditions: harsh sun, salty air, and a no-nonsense attitude to stuff that breaks.

Designed for the Aussie way of life

Our sunglasses are:

• Made in Sydney, not shipped in from overseas
• Built from recycled plastic waste, not virgin plastic
• Modular and repairable, so you don’t chuck them when something breaks
• Customisable, so you can swap colours and parts in seconds

We’re the only eyewear company in Australia that makes all its frames from 100 percent recycled materials onshore. And we don’t just mean assembled. We actually manufacture the parts here, in sunny Sydney. 

Why modular matters

Every pair is made of just 5 parts. Clip one out, clip one in. Lost an arm? Replace just that arm. Want to match your sunnies to your outfit? Mix and match colours yourself. No tools needed.

It’s eyewear that’s designed to last, and to evolve with you.

Award-winning, globally recognised

This isn’t backyard engineering. Our Australian sunglasses have:

• Been featured by Forbes USA, National Geographic, and Channel 9 News
• Held a window display at Selfridges London beside Prada
• Been included in the school curriculum as an example of circular design
• Won global design awards for innovation and sustainability (we’re proudly the #1 most awarded eyewear brand in Australia and New Zealand).

And yes, our customers helped shape the designs. We’re community-powered from the start. Even the packaging evolved thanks to a funny complaint from a woman whose partner stole her new frames.

Prescription sunglasses? We’ve got you covered

Whether you need clear prescription lenses or prescription sunnies, our made-in-Sydney range now includes:

• Fast, easy online ordering
• Major health fund rebates
• Carl Zeiss lenses for crystal-clear optics

You’ll still get the same modular, recycled frame. Just with the prescription you need. Still made in Australia.

From a single bottle to something better

Every pair of our original frames was made from one single-use plastic bottle. We turn waste into something people actually want to wear. It’s eyewear with a purpose.

Why choose Australian-made sunglasses

• Faster service
• Better quality
• Support local jobs
• Lower carbon footprint

And you know exactly who made them.

Ready to make the switch?

Whether you’re after eco-friendly style, prescription sunglasses, or something you can actually fix when life happens, we’ve got you.

Good Citizens sunglasses are made in Australia, made from waste, and made to last.

See our range here