CAR27

CAR27 Prescription Glasses

There is something friendly and approachable about a round frame. The CAR27 is a unisex full-rim round frame, sized 51-18-140, in Black, Crystal or Havana. You can order it with single vision, varifocal or bifocal lenses made to your prescription. It belongs to the Carlton collection.

3 colours to choose from

Black. Black is a deep, solid black. It defines the eyes and goes with every outfit you own.

Crystal. In Crystal, the frame is crystal clear. Because light passes through it, the frame looks lighter on the face and lets your features do the talking.

Havana. The Havana version is tortoiseshell. It warms up the face and sits nicely alongside camel, olive and cream.

Each colour is shown in the gallery, so you can compare them side by side before you decide.

About the CAR27 design

Round frames soften angular features, so they are a great match for square and heart-shaped faces. The crystal finish is clear and fresh, and it lets your features take centre stage.

If you want a frame you can put on in the morning and forget about, the CAR27 is a strong choice.

Wearing it every day

Choose the colour closest to what you wear most and it will go with almost everything.

Size and fit

At 51mm per lens, it sits in the medium range, the most common adult fit. The 18mm bridge is average. The 140mm arms are a standard length. Across the lenses and bridge it measures about 120mm.

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.

Lens options for the CAR27

Pick the lenses that match your prescription:

• Varifocals if you want to see near and far without swapping glasses.
• Single vision for one task done well, such as driving, reading or screen work.
• Bifocals if you prefer a clearly defined reading area.
• Ready readers for straightforward close-up help.

At 43mm, the lens depth is deeper than most frames in our range, so varifocal lenses have lots of room. 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.

Ordering online is simple

You need a valid prescription from your optician and your pupillary distance (PD), the distance between your pupils. Many opticians include your PD on the prescription; if yours does not, just ask for it. Choose your colour, pick your lens type, enter your details and add any lens upgrades. If you are unsure about size, compare the measurements above with a pair you already wear.

How your glasses are made

Your CAR27 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

Clean your lenses with a microfibre cloth rather than your jumper, keep them in their case when they are in your bag, and do not leave them on a sunny car dashboard. Our lens care guide has more tips.

FAQs

Can I get varifocal lenses in the CAR27?

Yes. The 43mm lens depth gives varifocal lenses enough height for all three vision zones.

Can I wear the CAR27 for driving?

Yes. Single vision or varifocal lenses work well for driving, and an anti-reflective coating helps cut glare from headlights at night.

What size is it?

It is size 51-18-140: 51mm lens width, 18mm bridge and 140mm arms, a medium fit.

What does crystal mean?

A clear, see-through finish.

Do you make the lenses yourselves?

Yes. Every pair is made to order in our UK optical lab, where your lenses are cut to your prescription and fitted into your frame.

Not quite the one? Take a look at our prescription glasses.