If you wear prescription glasses, you already know how frustrating it can be when the sun comes out. You put on your regular sunglasses and suddenly you can’t see properly. You keep your prescription glasses on and spend the day squinting.

There is another option: prescription sunglasses.

At Matador Eyeworks in Milton, we make prescription sunglasses for people who want clear vision, great sun protection and, just as importantly, sunglasses they actually enjoy wearing.

What Are Prescription Sunglasses?

Prescription sunglasses are made with your prescription, just like your everyday eyeglasses, but with lenses designed specifically for bright outdoor conditions.

That means you can have your prescription sunglasses made in a huge range of frame styles, colours and lens options.

You are not limited to a basic pair of sunglasses just because you need a prescription.

We can make prescription sunglasses in many of the eyewear styles we carry at Matador Eyeworks, including designer and independent eyewear. Depending on the frame and your prescription, we can also offer different lens options to suit how you use your sunglasses.

Polarized Prescription Sunglasses

If you spend a lot of time driving, boating, golfing, fishing or simply enjoying the outdoors, polarized lenses are worth considering.

Polarized lenses help reduce reflected glare from surfaces such as roads, water and other bright surfaces. They can make sunny conditions much more comfortable and give you a clearer view of the world around you.

We can make prescription sunglasses with ZEISS polarized lenses, giving you the benefits of prescription vision correction along with excellent sun protection.

And yes, they can look like a great pair of sunglasses too. That part matters.

What About Transitions Lenses?

Transitions and other photochromic lenses are another option, particularly if you want one pair of glasses that can adapt to changing light conditions.

These lenses become darker when exposed to UV light and return toward their clear state indoors.

They are convenient, but they are not exactly the same thing as a dedicated pair of prescription sunglasses.

For someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, we often recommend having a proper pair of prescription sunglasses as well as your everyday glasses.

Think of it as having the right tool for the job.

What About Custom-Made Clip-Ons?

For customers who prefer to keep one pair of eyeglasses and add sun protection when needed, we also offer custom-made clip-ons made in Canada.

These can be made specifically to fit your existing eyeglass frame, giving you another option when you head outside.

That said, if you spend a lot of time outdoors, we usually find that a dedicated pair of prescription sunglasses offers the best combination of sun protection, convenience and style. There is also something nice about having a second pair of glasses that feels completely different from your everyday pair.

Can You Get Prescription Sunglasses From Your Favourite Frame?

Often, yes.

This is one of the things we love about working with eyewear. Your sunglasses don’t have to look like an afterthought simply because they have prescription lenses.

Depending on the frame and your prescription, we can look at different lens materials, colours, treatments and designs to find the right combination.

We carry eyewear from a wide range of brands, including Maui Jim, Matsuda, Entourage of 7, Anne et Valentin, Lamarca, ALLSAINTS, Cutler and Gross, Linda Farrow, Lunetterie Générale and others.

Some frames are particularly well suited to prescription sunglasses, while others may have limitations depending on the prescription. That is where a little personal advice can make a big difference.

Prescription Sunglasses Are Especially Useful for Driving

If you drive regularly, good sunglasses can make a noticeable difference on bright days.

Glare from the road, reflections from other vehicles and changing light conditions can all make driving less comfortable.

We can discuss different prescription sunglass options depending on how and when you drive, including polarized lenses and different lens colours.

If you drive early in the morning or later in the day, we can also talk about options such as ZEISS DriveSafe for your everyday prescription glasses.

So, Do You Need Prescription Sunglasses?

If you wear prescription glasses and spend time outside, we would say they are worth considering.

You don’t have to sacrifice style for vision. You don’t have to wear clip-ons every time you go outside. And you don’t have to spend the summer squinting through regular prescription glasses.

At Matador Eyeworks, we can help you choose the frame and lens combination that makes sense for your prescription, your lifestyle and how you actually use your sunglasses.

If you’re looking for prescription sunglasses in Milton, Ontario, come see us. We are happy to show you the options and talk through what would work best for you.

Because sunglasses should do more than block the sun.

You should actually want to wear them.