Collection: Burberry Cat Eye Glasses

Burberry cat eye glasses reimagine one of the most flattering, feminine frame shapes in eyewear through the lens of a British luxury house, giving you an optical frame that lifts the face, defines the cheekbones and adds a note of vintage-inspired glamour to every look. At Ardor Eyewear — an authorised UK stockist of genuine Burberry — this curated collection gathers the brand's best upswept optical styles, including the BE2431, the BE2373U Angelica, the BE2418U, the BE2416 and the BE2375 Evelyn. Each is 100% authentic, ready for prescription glazing, and priced between £135 and £185.

The cat-eye is a shape with real heritage. Born in the 1950s and 60s and never truly out of fashion since, it flatters by drawing the eye upward and outward — a subtle lift that adds definition and elegance. Burberry brings that classic silhouette into the present with refined proportions, quality acetate, and discreet house detailing such as the Vintage Check, the Equestrian Knight and the Thomas Burberry monogram. The result is a frame that feels both timeless and unmistakably designer.

Why choose Burberry cat eye glasses

The enduring appeal of Burberry cat eye glasses lies in the way the shape works with the face. The upswept outer corners create a gentle lifting effect that enhances the cheekbones, balances the jaw and adds a flattering sense of structure — which is why the cat-eye has remained a favourite for decades. On a Burberry frame, that shape is executed with restraint: elegant rather than exaggerated, so it suits everyday wear as easily as special occasions.

Burberry's heritage adds depth to the design. Founded in 1856 and built on the trench coat and check, the house layers its codes onto the eyewear with taste — a whisper of check inside a temple, an engraved logo on the hinge, warm tortoiseshell that echoes the trademark camel. To see how the cat-eye sits within the brand's wider optical range, browse our prescription glasses frames and women's prescription glasses frames collections, and if you love the shape in tinted lenses too, our cat-eye shape sunglasses edit shows it across the store.

Signature cat-eye models

• BE2373U Angelica — a refined, softly upswept acetate frame with modern proportions and subtle logo detailing.
• BE2375 Evelyn — an elegant cat-eye that balances vintage character with contemporary wearability.
• BE2431 & BE2416 — versatile everyday cat-eye styles that flatter without being dramatic.
• BE2418U — part of Burberry's streamlined line, lighter on the face with clean, current styling.

Who suits Burberry cat eye glasses

Cat-eye frames are among the most universally flattering shapes, but they shine on certain faces in particular. The upswept design adds balance to rounder faces by drawing the eye upward, softens and defines heart-shaped faces, and brings gentle structure to oval faces. If your features are already quite angular, look for the softer, subtler cat-eye styles in this collection, which keep the lift without over-emphasising sharp lines.

Fit is just as important as shape. Inside each Burberry temple you will find three measurements — lens width, bridge width over the nose, and temple (arm) length. Compare these to a pair you already wear comfortably to find your size. A well-fitting cat-eye should sit level, rest gently on the nose, and hold softly at the ears so the upswept corners align naturally with your brow line.

Materials and detailing

Burberry cat eye glasses are predominantly crafted from premium acetate, which holds the rich, layered colour and warm tortoiseshell tones the shape is famous for, and provides a comfortable, skin-warming fit. Some styles introduce metal accents or a combination front for a lighter, more contemporary feel. Look out for the subtle check laminate along the temples and the engraved Burberry logos that mark each frame as authentic. Every pair is supplied with genuine Burberry hardware and markings by an authorised UK retailer.

Prescription lenses and options at Ardor

Every cat-eye frame in this collection is designed to take prescription lenses, and Ardor's full UK glazing service fits them precisely. We offer:

• Single-vision lenses for distance or reading correction.
• Varifocal lenses for seamless near-to-far vision — explore our varifocal glasses for more.
• Bifocal lenses with a defined reading segment.
• Blue-light filtering, tinted and photochromic options for screens, comfort and light-reactive convenience.

Prescription orders take around 7–10 working days to glaze before free UK dispatch. One point worth noting: because the cat-eye has a distinctive upswept shape, higher prescriptions glaze best in frames with adequate lens depth, and our team can advise on the ideal choice for your prescription.

Styling Burberry cat eye glasses

The cat-eye is a style statement in its own right, so it rewards a little intention. A tortoiseshell cat-eye adds warmth and vintage glamour to neutral, brown and earthy wardrobes; a black cat-eye sharpens tailoring and professional dressing with a confident, retro edge; and a lighter transparent or rose-toned frame keeps the look soft and contemporary. Because the shape is inherently expressive, many wearers treat a cat-eye as their signature frame — the one that defines their everyday look.

For an even more considered wardrobe, pair your optical cat-eye with a matching sunglass. Our women's sunglasses collection carries the same flattering upswept shapes in tinted lenses, so you can carry the look from indoors to bright days and holidays.

Caring for your frames

Clean the lenses with a microfibre cloth and lens spray or warm soapy water rather than a dry tissue, which can scratch coatings. Store your glasses in their case when not worn, keep them away from prolonged heat that can distort acetate, and have the arms adjusted if they loosen over time. Treated with care, a Burberry cat-eye will keep its elegant shape and shine for years.

Why buy from Ardor Eyewear

Ardor is a UK-based authorised stockist of genuine designer eyewear. Every pair of Burberry cat eye glasses is 100% authentic, supplied with the manufacturer's case and documentation, and eligible for our full prescription glazing service. We offer free UK shipping, a 14-day returns policy (customer pays return postage) and friendly help choosing the right shape, size and lenses. To compare Burberry with other leading houses, our designer eyeglasses collection gathers the best of luxury optical eyewear in one place.

A quick guide to Burberry cat eye glasses sizing

The cat-eye is a shape where fit really shows, because the upswept corners need to sit correctly relative to your brow line to create their flattering lift. The three measurements inside each Burberry temple make this straightforward. The reference below explains what each figure controls so you can choose from a pair you already wear comfortably.

Measurement	What it controls	Typical range here
Lens width	Overall frame scale across each lens	51–55mm
Bridge width	How the frame balances over the nose	15–18mm
Temple length	Reach from hinge to behind the ear	135–145mm

Look for a printed sequence such as 53-17-140 inside the arm of a comfortable frame, and use those figures to guide your next choice. A well-sized cat-eye positions its upswept corners just above the natural line of your brow for the most flattering effect.

The heritage behind Burberry cat eye glasses

The cat-eye is a shape with a rich cultural history, born in the glamorous eyewear of the 1950s and 60s and worn ever since as a symbol of feminine elegance. Burberry brings that heritage together with its own, founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, whose gabardine gave the world the trench coat and whose check and Equestrian Knight became global marks of British craftsmanship. On a Burberry cat-eye, those two histories meet: the timeless upswept silhouette carries discreet house codes — a check laminate along the temple, an engraved Knight or monogram on the hinge, warm tortoiseshell that recalls the trademark camel. The result is a frame that feels both vintage-inspired and unmistakably designer, made from premium acetate and finished to a standard that keeps its elegant shape for years. Choosing a Burberry cat-eye means owning a piece of that dual heritage in a frame you can wear every day.

Making the cat-eye your signature frame

Because the cat-eye is so expressive, many wearers adopt it as their signature look — the frame that defines their everyday style. To make the most of it, choose a colour that works with your wardrobe and complexion: tortoiseshell for warmth and vintage glamour, black for a sharp retro edge that suits tailoring, or a soft transparent or rose tone for a lighter, contemporary feel. From there, you can extend the look by pairing your optical cat-eye with a matching sunglass in the same upswept shape, so your signature style carries from indoors to bright days and holidays. This kind of coordinated approach means your eyewear always feels intentional rather than incidental, and Burberry's cat-eye range — spanning classic and modern proportions in clear and tinted lenses — makes it easy to build. Our team can help you find the colour and size that best becomes your everyday frame.

Lens options and coatings for your cat-eye frames

The lenses you choose determine how comfortable your Burberry cat eye glasses feel day to day, and a few practical upgrades are well worth considering. Anti-reflective coatings cut glare from screens, headlights and indoor lighting, keeping your eyes clear and your frames flattering in photographs. Blue-light filtering lenses help reduce strain during long hours on phones and computers. For stronger prescriptions, thinner high-index lenses keep the edges neat — particularly helpful in the distinctive cat-eye shape, where lens depth and the upswept corners affect how the correction sits. Scratch-resistant and easy-clean coatings keep the lenses looking their best through everyday wear.

Every cat-eye frame here can also be glazed as prescription sunglasses or with photochromic lenses that darken outdoors and clear indoors, so you can carry the flattering shape into bright days without switching pairs. Our UK glazing team fits each option to your exact prescription and dispatches free within the UK, usually within 7–10 working days for prescription orders. Because the upswept design can influence how varifocals are positioned, our team is happy to advise on the ideal lens choice for your prescription and frame.

Colour and complexion with Burberry cat eye glasses

Colour choice brings a cat-eye to life, and matching the frame to your complexion and wardrobe makes the shape even more flattering. Warm tortoiseshell and honey tones suit golden and olive skin and complement neutral, brown and earthy outfits, adding a note of vintage glamour. Black frames deliver a sharp, retro edge that pairs beautifully with tailoring and monochrome dressing. Soft rose, transparent and pastel tones keep the look light and contemporary, ideal for a relaxed, modern wardrobe. Because a cat-eye is such an expressive shape, the colour you choose becomes part of your signature — so it is worth picking a tone that both flatters your features and works with the clothes you wear most. Our team can help you find the colour and size that will make your Burberry cat-eye a frame you reach for every day.

Frequently asked questions

Are Ardor's Burberry cat eye glasses genuine?

Yes. We are an authorised UK stockist, so every frame is 100% authentic Burberry and comes with its official case and documentation.

Can cat eye glasses be fitted with my prescription?

Yes. Every frame can be glazed with single-vision, varifocal, bifocal or blue-light lenses through our UK service. Orders take around 7–10 working days before free dispatch.

Do cat eye glasses suit my face shape?

Cat-eye frames flatter round, heart-shaped and oval faces particularly well, as the upswept corners lift and define the features. If your face is very angular, choose a softer cat-eye style.

Are the frames acetate or metal?

Most Burberry cat-eye frames are premium acetate, which holds rich colour and warm tortoiseshell tones, with some styles adding metal accents for a lighter feel.

Can varifocals be fitted in a cat-eye frame?

Yes. Cat-eye frames with enough lens depth take varifocals well, and our team can recommend the best style for your prescription.

How do I choose the right size?

Compare the lens width, bridge width and temple length in the product description to a pair you already wear comfortably, and contact us if you need guidance.

What are your delivery and returns terms?

UK shipping is free. Prescription orders take around 7–10 working days to glaze. Returns are accepted within 14 days, with return postage paid by the customer.