Where Are Maui Jim Sunglasses Made?

Maui Jim has been around since 1987 as a cornerstone of the luxury sunglasses market. The essence of the Maui Jim product line is inspired by the vivid colors and beautiful surroundings found on the island of Maui.

Each pair of Maui Jim sunglasses is carefully designed and crafted to enhance and support various activities, sports, and outdoor adventures. Whether you choose prescription or non-prescription lenses, you’ll enjoy supreme sun protection, high-quality frames and lenses, and crystal-clear views of the world around you.

Where Are Maui Jims Made?

Maui Jim sunglasses are designed and tested in Lahaina, Maui. Lahaina is home to Maui Jim’s first office and it continues to serve as the creative headquarters for Maui Jim’s eyewear design.

Where Are Maui Jims Manufactured?

Maui Jim sunglasses are produced in Japan, Italy, and Mauritius to ensure the finest craftsmanship and use of the highest-quality materials.

Are All Maui Jim Sunglasses Polarized?

Yes, all Maui Jim sunglasses are polarized. The brand prides itself on boosting the vibrancy of colors in your surroundings while protecting your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. This is made possible with top-of-the-line polarized lenses.

In fact, one of the unique features of these sunglasses is their PolarizedPlus2® lens technology. PolarizedPlus2 lenses provide wearers with a crisp, colorful, and detailed view before them. They also reduce harsh glare and protect against 100% of UVA and UVB rays to improve visual comfort and safety.

What Lens Colors Does Maui Jim Offer?

Maui Jim sunglasses come in a range of lens colors. Some are recommended for specific lighting conditions and activities, while other tints are based more on style preferences.

For example, sunglasses with Maui Rose tinted lenses are ideal for high-action sports and recreation in variable lighting conditions. Maui High Transmission (HT) sunglasses are made for low-light conditions, like an early-morning round of golf.

Here are some of the lens tints Maui Jim offers:

Neutral Grey
HCL Bronze
Maui Rose
Maui HT
Hawaii Lava
Blue Hawaii
Maui Green
Maui Sunrise

Does Maui Jim Make Prescription Sunglasses?

Yes, they offer both prescription and non-prescription sunglasses, as well as reading sunglasses. Like other over-the-counter reading glasses, Maui Jim sun readers have magnified lenses for reading but do not require a prescription.

Does Maui Jim Make Eyeglasses?

The Maui Jim eyeglasses line has been discontinued. But we will happily suggest different glasses brands and styles to suit your eyewear preferences! Contact FramesDirect Customer Service at 1-800-248-9427 if you’d like recommendations.

There are many great options in the Maui Jim prescription and non-prescription sunglasses lines that we can guide you through as well.

How to Spot Fake Maui Jim Glasses

Many luxury product lines are copied and sold as though they are genuine, and it’s not always easy to tell if something is authentic at first glance. Maui Jim is (unfortunately) no exception to this practice, so it’s important to check for details that guarantee you’re looking at the real deal.

We suggest that you look for:

Correct spellings of “Maui Jim” – Check the sunglasses frames, protective case, and any packaging materials where the brand name is printed.
An appropriate price tag – Maui Jim sunglasses are more expensive than knock-offs because of their high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Frames alone typically start around $120 — anything dramatically cheaper is likely a fake.
Legitimate polarization on the lenses – All Maui Jim sunglasses are polarized, so if yours aren’t, they’re probably not genuine. A quick way to verify this is by putting on the shades in question and looking at a digital screen. If the screen looks warped or dark, the lenses are probably polarized.

One of the best ways to ensure you’re getting a genuine product is to buy from an authorized retailer. There should be a statement of authenticity adjacent to the product whether you purchase in-store or online.

FramesDirect is an authorized dealer of Maui Jim products, selling only 100% authentic Maui Jim sunglasses frames and lenses. On any given Maui Jim product page, you’ll find a box that displays an official statement of authenticity.

100% Authentic Maui Jim

FramesDirect.com is an authorized Maui Jim dealer, selling only 100% authentic Maui Jim prescription sunglasses frames and lenses. Polarized with an anti-reflective coating, Maui Jim lenses reveal the vibrant colors of the world while protecting your eyes from the effects of the sun's harsh glare and harmful rays. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Caring for Maui Jim Eyewear

Caring for your sunglasses is crucial to maintaining their quality and longevity. To properly care for your Maui Jims, you should:

Remember the “on your face or in the case” rule. Keep your sunglasses protected in their case when you’re not wearing them.
Routinely rinse your sunglasses under lukewarm water and clean them with a soap that is lotion-free, alcohol-free, and non-abrasive. Dry them off with a lint-free microfiber cleaning cloth.
You can do this with the cloth included with the purchase of your frames.
Keep your sunglasses away from extreme heat (like the inside of your car on a hot day).
Overexposure to heat can damage the frames and lenses of your sunglasses.
Avoid “hard” water and chemicals like ammonia, glue, chlorine, acetone, and sprays containing methylene. Each of these can potentially damage your lens coatings.

If you accidentally scratch or damage your lenses, ask an optician or eye care professional for help. There are many home remedies available on the internet, but they can easily make things worse. For a quality brand like Maui Jim, you should always seek expert care.

We’re confident that you’ll love your Maui Jim sunglasses. But we do offer a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty in the case of a manufacturing defect, as well as a 30-day lens guarantee.

When you’re ready to invest in luxury, our current selection of Maui Jim products will be waiting for you at FramesDirect.