Retro Sun 012

Retro Sun 012 Prescription Sunglasses

Sunglasses are so much better when you can actually see through them. The Retro Sun 012 is a pair of unisex full-rim rectangular sunglasses, sized 54-16-140, in Matt Black, Matt Brown Mottle or Matt Navy. It can be made with your prescription, so you can see clearly and keep the sun out at the same time. You will find it in our Retro Collection.

3 colours to choose from

Matt Black. Matt Black is a soft, non-shiny black. It looks sharp at work and just as good with jeans at the weekend.

Matt Brown Mottle. Matt Brown Mottle is a soft, mottled brown. It flatters warm and olive skin and works with almost any outfit.

Matt Navy. Matt Navy is a soft, non-shiny navy. It is shown with grey lenses. It brings a cool, calm touch of colour that suits most skin tones.

Still torn? Think about what you wear on an ordinary weekday, not on a night out. That is the colour you will be happiest with.

Design details

Rectangular lenses suit round and oval faces, adding a bit of definition.

The Retro Sun 012 is an easy everyday pair of prescription sunglasses for driving, walking and weekends outdoors.

Wearing it every day

Keep a pair in the car and another in your bag and you will never squint at the glare again.

Frame size and fit

The 54mm lenses put it at the upper end of medium. The 16mm bridge is on the narrow side. The 140mm arms are a standard length. Across the lenses and bridge it measures about 124mm.

Not sure about sizing? Compare these numbers with the ones on the inside arm of a pair that fits you well. A difference of two or three millimetres or less usually means a similar fit.

Prescription lenses for the Retro Sun 012

The Retro Sun 012 can be made with any of these lens types:

• Single vision: one prescription across the whole lens, for distance, reading or the computer.
• Varifocal: near, intermediate and distance in one lens, with no visible line.
• Bifocal: a separate reading segment in the lower part of the lens.
• Ready readers: simple magnification if you just need help with close work.

The 35mm lens depth works with single vision, bifocal and many varifocal lenses. With a stronger prescription, a thinner high-index lens keeps the edges slim, and an anti-reflective coating cuts reflections from screens and street lights.

What you will need

Have your prescription to hand before you start. It shows the sphere, cylinder and axis for each eye, and sometimes your PD. If the PD is missing, your optician can give it to you. Then choose your colour and lens type, enter your prescription and add any extras, such as thinner lenses or a coating. You can check everything in your basket before you pay.

Made for you in our UK lab

Your Retro Sun 012 is glazed in our UK-based lab. Once you have chosen your lenses and entered your prescription, we cut and fit the lenses and check the finished glasses before they go out.

A little care goes a long way

Use lens spray and a soft cloth, fold the arms before putting your glasses down, and store them in a hard case. Our guide to looking after your lenses covers the rest.

Your questions, answered

Can I get the Retro Sun 012 with my prescription?

Yes. Choose single vision, varifocal, bifocal or ready reader lenses when you order.

Can I get varifocal lenses in the Retro Sun 012?

Yes. The 35mm lens depth gives varifocal lenses enough height for all three vision zones.

What size is it?

It is size 54-16-140: 54mm lens width, 16mm bridge and 140mm arms, a medium fit.

Will it suit a narrow nose?

Yes. The 16mm bridge is designed for slimmer noses.

Where are my lenses made?

In our UK optical lab. They are cut to your prescription, fitted into your frame and checked before they are sent out.

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