The Draper James DJ7018 sunglasses bring Southern charm to a classic cat-eye silhouette. Founded by actress Reese Witherspoon in 2013, Draper James honors preppy American style with a playful twist, and the DJ7018 delivers exactly that: a full-rim acetate frame with a lifted outer corner that flatters round, oval, and heart-shaped faces.
The frame measures 56-16-135mm and comes in four distinct options. Black and tortoise offer versatile, everyday appeal, while the Merlot Gingham and Indigo Gingham variants feature the brand’s signature checkered pattern along the temples—a detail that sets these apart from generic cat-eye frames. The gingham print isn’t a decal; it’s built into the layered acetate itself, so it won’t fade or peel over time.
Acetate Construction
Acetate is a plant-based material derived from cotton fibers and wood pulp. It’s lighter and more flexible than standard injection-molded plastic, and the color runs through the entire material rather than sitting on the surface. That means better durability and richer, longer-lasting color. Acetate is also hypoallergenic and comfortable for all-day wear, with a smooth finish that won’t irritate skin behind the ears or across the bridge.
Prescription-Ready and UV Protection
These frames are prescription-ready and compatible with single-vision, progressive, and reading lenses. The full-rim design provides excellent lens support, and the 56mm lens width offers enough vertical height for progressive corridors if you need multifocal lenses. The gradient lenses included with the frame provide UV protection, shielding your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays during outdoor activities.
The single-bridge design and moderate temple width make the DJ7018 stable and comfortable without pinching. Cat-eye frames naturally sit slightly higher on the face, so bridge fit matters—these are built with a fixed bridge that works well for average nose widths. If you’re between sizes, the acetate’s slight flex helps the frame adapt to your face shape over the first few wears.
