ballo Eco-friendly polarized sunglasses for men and women. You buy one, we give one to a child in need The world looks better through Ballo.

Ballo wooden sunglass frames and cases are hand made, with love in Woodstock, Cape Town. Our frames are made from recycled paper and off-cut timber from local furniture producers. All frames come with high quality polarized lenses and can be fit with your prescription. Eyewood come with a 6 month warranty against manufacturing faults. We also work with Jonga eye clinic in Khayelitsha- donating frames and a portion of profits for local children in need of prescription glasses or other eye care.

The next wave is here. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆMeet Emily Jenkinson - the 16-year-old Kommetjie local taking South African surfing to the wor...
13/08/2026

The next wave is here. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Meet Emily Jenkinson - the 16-year-old Kommetjie local taking South African surfing to the world stage. From GromSearch wins to international silver medals, Emily is navigating the pressure with a clear vision and a lot of heart.

07/08/2026

Soft on the skin, easy on the planet.
Our fleece sweaters are made from 100% cotton, right here in Cape Town.

Your vision, our hardware.Did you know you can get your full prescription done at Ballo?1. Book a test with your optomet...
05/08/2026

Your vision, our hardware.

Did you know you can get your full prescription done at Ballo?

1. Book a test with your optometrist.
2. Pick your frames ( or bring your old Ballo ones).
3. Weโ€™ll handle the rest.

Not in Cape Town? Grab your frames online and take them to your specialist. Easy.

Thanks for giving our small story a big voice ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜ŽPrism by Polygon Tractor Outdoor
04/08/2026

Thanks for giving our small story a big voice ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜Ž

Prism by Polygon Tractor Outdoor

Soft matte finish, sharp vision.Made from plant-based bio-acetate so you can look good and do good.
03/08/2026

Soft matte finish, sharp vision.
Made from plant-based bio-acetate so you can look good and do good.

A classic shape, refined. Handmade bio-acetate meets the Nova.Shop via the link in our bio.          EverydayStaple
31/07/2026

A classic shape, refined.

Handmade bio-acetate meets the Nova.

Shop via the link in our bio.

EverydayStaple

Natural cork. African fabrics. Your prescription.๐Ÿ”— Link in bio to shop.
29/07/2026

Natural cork. African fabrics. Your prescription.

๐Ÿ”— Link in bio to shop.

Round three! Letโ€™s keep moving.Our monthly Run Club is back as we gear up for the main Run West event in September. Whet...
28/07/2026

Round three! Letโ€™s keep moving.

Our monthly Run Club is back as we gear up for the main Run West event in September. Whether youโ€™ve been to the last two or are joining us for the first time, come stretch your legs and catch up with the community.

Weโ€™re running in support of the NEST coastal education programme and to help protect our wild shores. Itโ€™s a social shakeout, and as always, all paces are welcome. Bonus: grab a free pastel de nata with any coffee from Custodian Pastry Bar post-run.

The Details:
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, 8 August
โฐ 09:00 AM
๐Ÿ“ Ballo Store, Longkloof Precinct

Hit the link in our bio to lock in your spot and learn more about Run West. See you at the shop!

Eyes open. Minds open.

WildShores

Hand-crafted from real wood and cork, made to last and lightweight enough to wear all day.Explore our wood and cork coll...
24/07/2026

Hand-crafted from real wood and cork, made to last and lightweight enough to wear all day.

Explore our wood and cork collections online and in-store.

The prescription lineup. ๐Ÿ”— Head to the link in our bio to shop the full prescription frame collection!
22/07/2026

The prescription lineup.

๐Ÿ”— Head to the link in our bio to shop the full prescription frame collection!

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Shop D03 Longkloof, Park Road
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 14:30

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