Wallis

Wallis Prescription Glasses

Round glasses have a quiet, clever charm that never really goes out of style. The Wallis is a unisex full-rim round frame, sized 46-20-145, in Black, Blue Tort, Crystal or Tort. You can order it with single vision, varifocal or bifocal lenses made to your prescription. It belongs to the Walter & Herbert collection.

Which colour is you?

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

Blue Tort. Blue Tort is a blue-toned tortoiseshell. It is a classic that looks relaxed and a little bit vintage.

Crystal. In Crystal, the frame is crystal clear. It blends in rather than stands out, which many people find easy to wear every day.

Tort. In Tort, the frame is tortoiseshell. It flatters warm and olive skin and works with almost any outfit.

If you are stuck between two, choose the one closest to the colours you wear most. You can always add a second pair later.

Shape and style

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.

The translucent finish lets light through, so the frame looks lighter and softer than a solid colour. Tortoiseshell arms add warmth and a classic finishing touch.

The Wallis is a great everyday frame: smart enough for work and relaxed enough for the weekend. For a frame you will reach for daily, the Wallis is a solid choice. The Wallis also makes a handy spare pair for the car or the office.

How to wear it

Because it is unisex, it is easy to share the look across the household. Pick the colour that matches your wardrobe rather than worrying about who it is designed for.

Frame size and fit

With 46mm lenses, this is a compact frame that suits smaller faces. The 20mm bridge is wider than average, which suits a broader nose bridge. The 145mm arms are on the longer side, which suits larger heads. Across the lenses and bridge it measures about 112mm.

The easiest way to check is against glasses you already love. Most frames show their size inside the arm; if yours are close to these, you are in safe territory.

Lens options for the Wallis

Pick the lenses that match your prescription:

• 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.

If your prescription is high, a high-index lens keeps things thin. An anti-reflective, scratch-resistant coating is a sensible extra for everyday wear.

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.

Made for you in our UK lab

Your Wallis 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.

Keep them looking new

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

Is it a small frame?

Yes. With 46mm lenses it suits smaller faces.

Can I wear the Wallis for driving?

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

Will it suit a wider nose bridge?

Yes. The 20mm bridge is wider than most frames.

Is it unisex?

Yes. It suits men and women.

What does crystal mean?

A clear, see-through finish.

Who glazes my lenses?

Our own optical lab in the UK. Your lenses are made to your prescription and fitted into the frame before your glasses are sent to you.

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