What do photochromic lenses do?

They darken when exposed to UV light and lighten when you go indoors. You get one pair for sun and shade instead of swapping sunglasses.

Do these lenses block UV rays?

Yes. The lenses carry UV protection, so they shield your eyes from both UVA and UVB.

Will the lenses go completely clear indoors?

No. Photochromic gray lenses keep a light tint indoors and clear only partly, so they are not a substitute for reading glasses.

Are these sunglasses for men or women?

Coach lists the HC7168 as a women's style, with a slim gold-toned metal frame and gray lenses.

Are the lenses polarized?

Polarization is not listed for this model. The lenses are photochromic with UV protection, which is a different feature.

How should I care for the metal frame?

Store them in a case and use both hands to take them off, since thin metal rims can bend. Clean the lenses with a microfiber cloth.

Where is the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses cheapest?

At Editorialist, for $142.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 112 ratings.

Where can I buy the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses?

11 stores we checked sell it, including Sunglass Hut, Designer Optics, SmartBuyGlasses, Lyst, Editorialist.

Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses

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Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses

Best price now

$142.00at EditorialistChecked 3 h ago

Compared across 13 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Editorialist

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Lowest price today: $142.00 at Editorialist (checked Nov 12, 2026).
Checked at 13 stores.

Our take on the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses

The Coach HC7168 is a women's full-rim metal frame with gold-toned rims and gray photochromic lenses that darken in sunlight and lighten indoors. UV protection is built in, so it covers bright days and shaded commutes with one pair. It suits shoppers who want a polished, jewelry-like metal frame rather than chunky acetate, and the photochromic lenses set it apart from fixed-tint designer sunglasses at similar tiers. Owners rate it highly, and the main trade-offs are the care a thin metal frame needs and lenses that never go fully clear.

Best forShoppers who want one pair for indoor and outdoor wearWomen who prefer slim metal frames over acetateBright-weather commutes and drivingA polished, understated designer look

Pros

Photochromic gray lenses adapt to changing light
Full UV protection
Slim gold-toned metal frame reads dressy, not sporty
Full-rim construction holds the lenses securely
Strong owner satisfaction across 112 ratings

Cons

Photochromic lenses stay lightly tinted indoors
Thin metal frames can bend if handled roughly
Gray tint is less contrast-boosting than brown or copper
No polarized option listed

Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses prices at every store

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Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses price history

Lowest price we've seen: $142.00 on Nov 12 at Sunglass Hut. Tracked across 13 stores since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

5 / 5112 ratings

Owners rate the HC7168 very highly, with 112 ratings averaging 5 out of 5. They like the light metal frame and the convenience of lenses that darken outdoors. Few complaints appear in the feedback.

What people mention

Lens tintPraisedOwners like that the photochromic lenses darken in sun and lighten again indoors.
Frame weightPraisedThe slim metal frame is described as light and comfortable for long wear.
StylePraisedBuyers call the gold-toned frame elegant and easy to dress up or down.
Indoor tintMixedSome note the lenses never go fully clear, so a faint tint remains inside.
BuildMixedOwners find it well made but say a thin metal frame needs careful handling.

About the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses

The Coach HC7168 CW189 is a pair of women's sunglasses with a full metal frame in gold. The lenses are gray.

The lenses are photochromic and provide UV protection.

Brand: Coach
Model: HC7168 CW189
Frame Color: Gold
Frame Type: Whole frame
Frame Material: Metal
Lens Color: Gray
Lens Features: Photochromic, UV protection
Gender: Female

Specifications

Frame Color: GoldSource
Frame Type: Whole FrameSource
Frame Material: MetalSource
Lens Color: GraySource

Questions and answers

What do photochromic lenses do?: They darken when exposed to UV light and lighten when you go indoors. You get one pair for sun and shade instead of swapping sunglasses.
Do these lenses block UV rays?: Yes. The lenses carry UV protection, so they shield your eyes from both UVA and UVB.
Will the lenses go completely clear indoors?: No. Photochromic gray lenses keep a light tint indoors and clear only partly, so they are not a substitute for reading glasses.
Are these sunglasses for men or women?: Coach lists the HC7168 as a women's style, with a slim gold-toned metal frame and gray lenses.
Are the lenses polarized?: Polarization is not listed for this model. The lenses are photochromic with UV protection, which is a different feature.
How should I care for the metal frame?: Store them in a case and use both hands to take them off, since thin metal rims can bend. Clean the lenses with a microfiber cloth.
Where is the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses cheapest?: At Editorialist, for $142.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 112 ratings.
Where can I buy the Coach HC7168 CW189 Sunglasses?: 11 stores we checked sell it, including Sunglass Hut, Designer Optics, SmartBuyGlasses, Lyst, Editorialist.