These really are meant for the water, on very sunny days. The shades are very DARK and are best suited for the strong sunshine, and glare that comes off the water is not an issue. I wore for a few weeks and gave them to my dad who enjoys them on the water. I got a few compliments in the time that I wore them, and ran into another guy who was an avid fisherman who was wearing a similar pair..got the thumbs up.