Collection: Cutler and Gross Glasses £250-£500

This Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500 collection gathers the celebrated British house's handmade optical frames within the £250 to £500 price band, so you can browse some of the finest craftsmanship in eyewear at a clear, considered budget. At Ardor Eyewear, an authorised UK stockist of authentic Cutler and Gross, this edit brings together sought-after models including the 1305-51, the 1304-50, the 0772-GB, the 1360-51 Classic and the 1346-56, with frames in the collection priced from around £300 to £315. Every pair is 100% genuine and ready for our full UK prescription glazing service.

The Cutler and Gross story

Cutler and Gross was founded in 1969 by opticians Graham Cutler and Tony Gross, who opened their first shop in Knightsbridge, London, with a simple aim: to make eyewear that was beautifully designed and beautifully made, without a visible logo. More than half a century later, that philosophy still defines the brand. Each frame is handcrafted — historically in the house's own Italian workshop — from premium Italian acetate and cut, shaped, polished and assembled through dozens of individual steps. The famous four-digit model numbers you see on frames like the 1305 and 1360 are part of that heritage: Cutler and Gross has always let the design and the craftsmanship speak, rather than a badge.

That is exactly why a Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500 selection is such a rewarding place to look. In this price band you are buying genuine handmade eyewear with real design pedigree — frames prized by those in the know precisely because they do not shout. To see how they sit alongside other luxury names, browse our wider designer eyeglasses collection, and for the full store range, our prescription glasses frames edit gathers optical styles across every leading house.

Notable models in this collection

• 1305-51 — a refined handmade acetate frame available in classic colourways, offering timeless everyday appeal.
• 1304-50 — a beautifully proportioned design with the house's signature clean lines and quality finish.
• 1360-51 Classic — as the name suggests, an enduring shape that suits a wide range of faces.
• 1346-56 — a slightly larger, statement-leaning frame with rich acetate colour.
• 0772-GB — a distinctive design that showcases the brand's craft-led approach.

What the Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500 band includes

The Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500 price band represents the heart of the brand's optical range — the point where genuine handmade construction, premium Italian acetate and considered design come together at their most accessible. Frames in this bracket typically feature hand-polished acetate fronts, quality hinges, subtle bevelled edges and the depth of colour that only comes from layered, block-cut acetate. Because the frames are handmade, small details differ from pair to pair, giving each one a quiet individuality that mass-produced eyewear cannot match. It is an ideal band for a first Cutler and Gross frame, or for anyone who wants investment-level quality without stepping into the very highest price tiers.

Materials and craftsmanship

The frames here are built predominantly from premium Italian acetate — a plant-based material that holds rich, layered colour, warms to the skin for all-day comfort, and can be hand-polished to a deep shine. Cutler and Gross is known for its meticulous finishing: smooth edges, comfortable bridges and robust hinges that make the frames a pleasure to wear and to handle. Some styles introduce metal detailing or combination fronts for a lighter feel. Every pair arrives with genuine Cutler and Gross markings, case and documentation from an authorised UK retailer, so you can be certain of authenticity.

Choosing the right frame for your face

Cutler and Gross makes frames across the full range of shapes, so matching the design to your face is the best way to choose within this collection:

• Round faces are balanced by squarer, more angular frames that add structure.
• Square or angular faces are softened by rounder and oval shapes.
• Oval faces suit almost any style in the collection.
• Heart-shaped faces are flattered by frames that balance a wider brow with a lighter lower edge.

Fit is just as important. Inside each frame's temple you will find three measurements — lens width, bridge width across the nose, and temple (arm) length. Compare these to a pair you already wear comfortably. A well-fitting frame sits level across the brow, rests gently on the nose without sliding, and holds securely at the ears.

Prescription lenses for Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500

Every frame in this collection is designed to take prescription lenses, and Ardor's UK glazing team fits them precisely. Your options include:

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

If you mainly need help with close work, you may also find our reading glasses collection useful for comparison. Prescription orders take around 7–10 working days to glaze before free UK dispatch.

Styling handmade Cutler and Gross frames

Cutler and Gross frames are the choice of people who appreciate quality over branding, so they suit a considered, understated wardrobe beautifully. A classic black or tortoiseshell acetate works with everything from tailoring to relaxed knitwear, while the brand's more distinctive colourways — deep greens, ambers and layered translucent tones — reward a wearer who enjoys a subtle point of difference. Because the frames are handmade and logo-free, they read as quietly luxurious rather than obviously designer, which makes them exceptionally versatile across both men's and women's wardrobes. Whether you browse our men's eyeglasses or women's prescription glasses frames, a Cutler and Gross frame is an easy one to build a look around.

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 the glasses in their case when not worn, keep them away from prolonged heat that can distort acetate, and have the temples adjusted if they loosen over time. Given the quality of the handmade construction, a well-cared-for Cutler and Gross frame will keep its shine and shape for many years.

Why buy from Ardor Eyewear

Ardor is a UK-based authorised stockist of genuine designer eyewear. Every frame in this Cutler and Gross glasses 250 500 collection 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 with return postage paid by the customer, and friendly help choosing the right shape, size and lenses. To compare Cutler and Gross with other luxury names, our designer eyeglasses collection gathers the best handmade and designer optical frames in one place.

Frequently asked questions

Are Ardor's Cutler and Gross glasses genuine?

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

What does the £250 to £500 band include?

It gathers Cutler and Gross optical frames priced within that bracket — the heart of the range, where genuine handmade construction and premium Italian acetate come together at their most accessible.

Are these frames really handmade?

Yes. Cutler and Gross has crafted its frames by hand since 1969, from premium Italian acetate, through dozens of individual steps — which is why each pair has a quiet individuality.

Can these frames take my prescription?

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

Why don't Cutler and Gross frames have a visible logo?

It is a deliberate part of the brand's philosophy. Since 1969 the house has let the design and craftsmanship speak rather than a badge, which is a large part of their appeal.

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.