Removable side shields and spring hinges for optimal performance
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Pictured in Matte Black with 580 Blue Mirror lenses; unisex
GRAND CATALINA
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San Clemente, Orange County
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Coastal CULTURE with LEX WEINSTEIN
Originally introduced in the late '80s, Costa’s legacy Grand Catalina aviator is back. This versatile frame is perfect for anyone who wants performance without sacrificing style. Available with Costa’s new 580 Gold Mirror lens.
When Gabby started diving, she found inner peace through her connection with the ocean. Now she's on a mission to put diving in the context of adventure and inspire her community.
Underwater ADVENTURES with GABBY SHEPARD
SEE WHAT'S OUT THERE
A guide to new adventures, wherever there’s water
Surf culture promotes traveling for the best waves. But Lex discovered a deeper purpose through investing in her own local surf community.
San Clemente, Orange County
Best explored by surfing
This storied surf community has long been home to numerous brands, manufacturers, championship events, and athletes who have built and shaped the sport. Credit the varied topography that provides year-round options for surfers of all types and skills. At San Onofre State Beach alone, you can test your shortboard skills alongside locally bred WSL pros at Trestles, or head south to Old Man’s to longboard in a friendly lineup. It’s also the birthplace of the Surfrider Foundation, which has steadily extended its influence globally by engaging with conservation partners on a grassroots level.
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Extra-Large frame (138mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Newport Harbor, Orange County
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Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Peninsula
Best explored by scuba diving
Want to experience healthy kelp forests? This SoCal spot is a prime example of successful ocean conservation.
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Encinitas, San Diego COUNTY
Best explored by surfing
Everyone should have a chance to form a deep connection with the ocean. One local organization is making it happen.
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Encinitas, San Diego COUNTY
Best explored by surfing
Known for laid-back vibes and high-quality waves, Encinitas is a must-visit SoCal surf spot. Between renowned breaks plus a string of state parks with playful, spread-out peaks, the beachside city matches diverse surf options with a downtown corridor of unique restaurants, cafes and breweries along Historic Highway 101, just blocks from the sand. To help feed this surf community’s culture of connection with the ocean, Un Mar de Colores bridges the socio-economic barriers to surfing, giving local underprivileged youths the opportunity to surf—and to protect the breaks that they love.
Newport Harbor, Orange County
Best explored by sailing, SUP, or kayaking
In the heart of coastal Orange County, Newport Harbor is the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast, with plentiful opportunities for sailing around the islands of the complex as well as paddling in the quieter estuaries of Back Bay. Though it’s easy to launch an on-water adventure, the harbor’s proximity to high-density urban areas and major highways means these ecosystems are threatened by human activity. Thankfully, the SoCal Wetland Recovery Project has helped to restore these wetlands and secure habitats for more than 200 species of endangered birds and 35,000 migratory birds.
Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Peninsula
Best explored by scuba diving
Kelp forests are at the top of many divers’ bucket lists. But it’s becoming more of a challenge to experience the underwater magic of a thriving kelp forest. Climate change, pollution, and commercial shipping and fishing operations pose a threat to these ethereal groves—notably in ecological marvels like the rugged Palos Verdes Peninsula, which rises to separate the Los Angeles beach cities from the busy Port of Long Beach. Fortunately, the Santa Monica Bay Foundation’s Kelp Forest Restoration Project has reintroduced more than 60 acres of forest in the area—restoring balance to the biodiversity in these habitats.
The Costa Difference
Polarized lenses that help outdoor enthusiasts See What’s Out There. When it comes to on-the-water visibility and performance, nothing compares to polarized lenses. Designed by in-house light spectrum experts, Costa 580® lens technology takes your outdoor adventures to the next level.
Sweat management channels and vented, adjustable nose pad ensure a comfortable fit in all conditions
Multi-layer gold mirror finish gives golden hour vibes
Medium frame (129mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Rose-based 580 Gold Mirror lenses offer lighter Visible Light Transmission (VLT) for easy transitions between full and partial sun
One of Costa’s best-selling frame styles, Sullivan is designed to evoke that casual, slow-down, kick-back vibe that comes with life on the water. Sullivan is one of more than 20 frame styles with the option of Costa’s new 580 Gold Mirror lens.
Sullivan
Pictured in Tortoise with 580 Gold Mirror lenses; unisex
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Named after the famed Uluwatu surf break in Indonesia, this lifestyle frame pairs seamlessly with casual social attire, whether you’re traveling to an island locale or hanging at a local beach cookout.
Ulu
Pictured in Tortoise with 580 Gray lenses; unisex
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Square lens shape and core-wire temple detail bring a sophisticated aesthetic
Large frame (133mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Larger lens design provides greater facial coverage and more protection
A new go-to style for men, Taxman seamlessly blends modern style with functionality, boasting a bold and powerful aesthetic backed by technical prowess.
Taxman
Pictured in Matte Black with 580 Gray lenses; mens
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Thoughtfully-designed features reduce fogging, keep frames securely in place, and help to better manage sweat on hot days
Large frame (136.9mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Oversized temples offer maximum comfort and bring a masculine look to this men’s frame
Featuring inset glass lenses and premium handmade craftsmanship details
Extra-large frame (139mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Larger lens design provides greater facial coverage and more protection
Inspired by the aesthetics of Nusa Penida in Indonesia—a dream destination for any water lover—this bold, expressive frame style features a slightly oversized look.
Nusa
Pictured in Black with 580 Rose Gradient lenses, womens
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Kick Plastic
It's no secret that the world has a plastic problem. Americans alone go through millions of tons of single-use plastics annually—and the lifecycle of far too much of that plastic ends in the ocean. Costa launched its Kick Plastic program in 2015 as a way for the brand to commit to using less plastic in its business and mobilize watermen across the industry to clean up our oceans. Over the years, the program has grown to include a guide and outfitter program that incentivizes industry pros to eliminate single-use plastics from their guided operations and a lens recycling program to properly recycle polycarbonate lenses.
Untangled Collection
Discarded ocean nets are one of the most dangerous forms of plastic pollution. Left to drift in the ocean, these nets can trap marine life and damage ecosystems. Costa partners with Bureo—an organization that works with Chilean fishermen to recycle discarded fishing nets. The byproduct from the recycled nets is developed into NetPlus material that can then be used to create new products, including sunglass frames in Costa’s Untangled Collection, that might otherwise be made from virgin plastics.
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OCEARCH
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As the top of the food chain in the ocean, apex predator sharks, like great whites and tiger sharks, play a vital role in keeping ocean ecosystems balanced. OCEARCH leads research expeditions to tag sharks and collect critical data about their habits and the health of the shark population. By learning more about sharks, OCEARCH is able to more fully understand the health of our oceans, too. Costa supports the important work OCEARCH does by providing funding through collaborative product lines. The brand even has a shark named after it.
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Costa x Community Films
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Costa believes caring for our oceans is truly a group effort. That’s why the brand works to showcase unique conservation efforts that align with Costa’s values. Over the years, Costa has partnered with talented filmmakers and dedicated conservation organizations to bring stories of ocean conservation to life through brand-produced and sponsored films.
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40+ mission-aligned, conservation organizations Costa partners with
25+ ocean conservation stories told through Costa Films partnerships
number of OCEARCH expeditions
432 tagged animals as part of OCEARCH’s ongoing shark research
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1 ton of discarded fishing nets that Costa repurposes annually as part of its Untangled Collection
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18 tons of polycarbonate lenses recycled since 2019
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3.25M+ single use plastic bottles eliminated through Costa’s guide program
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Enhanced color: Boosts red, green, and blue tones, while filtering out harsh yellow tones for vibrant, true-to-life colors in any light
Best-in-class protection: Blocks 100% of UV rays and absorbs harmful high-energy visible (HEV) light, aka blue light
Light management: Filters reflective glare on the water
41 years Costa has played a part in protecting our oceans
Poly bags avoided
17 United Nations sustainability goals Costa and partner initiatives directly impact
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NUSA IMAGE TK
Sharp, square lens shape with a light top-to-bottom taper and subtle key-hole bridge add a touch of style
Larger lens design provides greater facial coverage and more protection
Large frame (135mm wide) crafted from bio-based material
Bold and distinct, Keramas embodies the vibe of the Indonesian surf break the design is named after. As part of the Del Mar collection, this style is exclusively made with 580 glass lenses.
Keramas
Pictured in Olive with 580 Gray lenses; unisex
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Best explored by surfing Enjoy year-round waves and options for seasoned and novice surfers along this stretch of SoCal coastline.
Best explored by sailing, SUP, or kayaking
This bustling coastal hub is also home to thriving marine ecosystems.
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Underwater along the socal coast
Best explored by scuba diving No matter where you explore, you can be a part of keeping our ocean clean with the help of PADI AWARE.
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Underwater ALong the Socal coast
Best explored by scuba diving
Interested in coordinated local action to drive meaningful global change? Southern California is also home to PADI, the world's largest recreational scuba diving organization and certification agency. Through the nonprofit PADI AWARE Foundation, it’s now created the planet’s largest underwater citizen science database and volunteer movement to tackle the removal of marine debris. Explore the interactive Dive Against Debris Map that shows 90,000 Torchbearers around the world who have removed various types of debris from underwater environments, and learn how you can get involved.
