Kids Sunglasses NZ — Shop All Styles, Ages 0–12

Kids Sunglasses NZ — Shop All Styles, Ages 0–12


New Zealand's most trusted kids sunglasses — built for Kiwi adventures

Te Rā kids sunglasses are designed for New Zealand's intense UV environment. Every pair is certified to AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 — the current NZ and Australian safety standard — with Category 3, UV400 polarised lenses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays while cutting glare from water, sand, and bright surfaces.

Our frames are made from flexible TR90 thermoplastic — a virtually unbreakable material that bends and twists without snapping. No more replacing cheap pairs every season. Parents across New Zealand trust Te Rā because our sunnies genuinely survive childhood.

Shop by age

  • Baby Pepi (0–2 years) — Designed for infants with a secure, comfortable fit. UV400 lenses and flexible TR90 frame in Dusty Pink and Ivory White.
  • Toddler Whetū (3–5 years) — Ultra-flexible TR90, our most popular toddler style. Midnight Black and Ink Blue.
  • Kids Koru (5+ years) — Bestselling kids style in Dusty Pink, Ivory White, and Chocolate Brown. Matches with Pepi for siblings.
  • Active Rangi & Hau (6–12+ years) — Sporty silhouettes for older, more active kids. Polarised lenses, high-impact resistance.
  • Retro Wai & Māhanga (4–12 years) — Wayfarer-inspired and cat-eye styles in Flamingo Pink and Red+Black.
  • Sporty Tākaro (6+ years) — Performance-inspired silhouette in Black+Red for the most adventurous Kiwi kids.

What makes Te Rā different?

  • Certified to AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 — not all kids sunglasses sold in NZ meet this standard
  • TR90 flexible frames — bend them, twist them, they spring back every time
  • 100% UV400 Category 3 polarised lenses — maximum sun protection for NZ conditions
  • Sibling match range — Pepi (0–2) and Koru (5+) share the same colours so the whole family matches
  • NZ-owned, ships from Auckland — fast delivery, local customer support
  • Māori-inspired names that celebrate New Zealand culture and identity
  • Priced from $39.99 NZD — certified quality without the premium brand markup

Why do kids need quality sunglasses in NZ? New Zealand has one of the highest UV indices in the world, particularly during summer. Children's eyes are more susceptible to UV damage than adults because their lenses are clearer, allowing more UV light to reach the retina. The Cancer Society of New Zealand recommends that children wear sunglasses that meet the AS/NZS 1067 standard whenever they are outdoors in sunny conditions.

Free NZ shipping on orders $75+. Ships from Auckland within 1–2 business days.