Featuring tokidoki Year of the Dragon, Borderlands 4 Moxxi, and World of Warcraft Sylvanas
tokidoki: Year of the Dragon
Price: $115 USD Availability: In stock on Gunnar’s official site.
I didn’t review the tokidoki Year of the Dragon glasses myself. Instead, I handed them straight to my wife and asked her to test them during one of her busiest weeks. She’s the Dance Director at her private school, which means her days swing between choreography sessions, dance rehearsals, parent meetings, and the kind of administrative work that turns your laptop into a second home. If anyone can stress‑test a pair of glasses, it’s her.
Her first reaction came before she even touched the glasses. She opened the box, saw the bright red and gold tokidoki artwork, and said this is ridiculously cute. The case has a soft matte finish that feels like a collectible figurine box, and she kept pointing out tiny illustrated details along the edges. In her words, it looks like something you’d buy at a designer toy shop, not an eyewear brand.
When she finally put the glasses on, she immediately commented on how lightweight they felt. She wore them through a full morning of choreography planning, which for her means bouncing between music tracks, rehearsal notes, and costume spreadsheets. She told me the amber tint softened the glare from her laptop and made it easier to focus on the details without feeling overwhelmed.
Later in the day, she wore them during a parent meeting and said they added a little pop of personality without being distracting. The subtle dragon scale pattern along the temples caught the light in a way she described as fun but still professional. By the end of the day, she said her eyes felt less tired than usual, which is a big deal when your job requires both creativity and constant screen time.
Her final verdict: adorable, comfortable, and surprisingly helpful during long administrative stretches. She also said the case is too pretty to hide, which is why it’s now living on her desk.
Borderlands 4 Moxxi
Price: $99 USD Availability: In stock on Gunnar’s official site.
The Moxxi glasses were the second pair I asked my wife to review, and they immediately brought out her playful side. The case alone looks like it was pulled from a Borderlands loot chest. Deep reds, stylized hearts, and a textured surface that feels like worn leather. She said it reminded her of the kind of prop you’d use in a school theater production, but with a much higher budget.
She wore the Moxxi pair during a day packed with back‑to‑back rehearsals. Between teaching choreography, adjusting formations, and reviewing performance videos with her students, she’s constantly moving. Her first comment was that the glasses stayed put even when she was demonstrating turns and footwork. The round frame and removable mesh side shields gave her a little extra flair, and she joked that she felt like the “cool director” that day.
When she shifted into her afternoon administrative block, she noticed how crisp the lenses felt while reviewing rehearsal footage. The amber tint softened the harsh lighting in the videos, and she said it made it easier to catch small details like timing issues or spacing problems. She also liked that the design was bold without being too loud for meetings with parents or staff.
Her favorite part was the case. She said it looks like something her students would immediately try to steal, which is probably true.
Her final verdict: stylish, sturdy, and perfect for days when she needs a little extra attitude to power through.
World of Warcraft Sylvanas
Price: $84 USD Availability: In stock on Gunnar’s official site.
The Sylvanas’ glasses were the pair she was most curious about, mostly because she loved the case before she even opened it. Deep midnight blues, silver accents, and a velvety texture that feels almost ceremonial. She said it reminded her of the costume trunks she uses for performances, but far more elegant.
She wore the Sylvanas pair during a quieter day filled with scheduling, budget planning, and prepping for an upcoming showcase. These are the tasks that require long stretches of focus, and she said the glasses helped her stay locked in without feeling drained. The smoky ‘forsaken red’ frame with metallic detailing felt sleek and professional, and she liked that they didn’t draw too much attention during staff meetings.
She also wore them while reviewing lighting cues for the showcase, which meant staring at bright stage diagrams and color palettes. She told me the lenses softened the glare just enough to keep her from getting that late‑afternoon eye ache she usually gets when working with stage lighting plans.
Her final verdict: elegant, comfortable, and perfect for deep‑focus days when she needs clarity more than flair.
