Our Emporio Armani medium glasses collection is the sweet spot of the Armani eyewear range — frames sized to suit the majority of adult faces, cut in the clean, contemporary style that has made Emporio Armani the label of choice for anyone who wants understated Italian design without the loud logos. Emporio Armani is the younger, more urban diffusion line of the Armani house, and its glasses reflect that: modern proportions, quality acetate and metal, and the discreet eagle emblem that signals the brand to those in the know. As an authorised UK stockist, Ardor Eyewear supplies every pair as 100% genuine, with prices in this Emporio Armani medium glasses collection running from around £65 to £115. If you are between sizes or simply want a safe, flattering fit, medium is usually the place to start.
What "medium" means and who Emporio Armani medium glasses suit
Frame size in eyewear is measured by three numbers printed inside the temple: the lens width, the bridge width and the temple length, all in millimetres. A medium frame typically carries a lens width in the region of the low-to-mid 50s, which sits comfortably on the largest share of adult faces — neither perched narrowly nor overwhelming the features. That is exactly why Emporio Armani medium glasses are the most versatile choice in the range. They suit average-width faces, work for both men and women, and give the frame front enough presence to make a style statement without dominating.
To judge whether medium is right for you, look at a pair of glasses you already wear well and check those three numbers. If your current lens width sits somewhere around 50 to 54mm, a medium Emporio Armani frame should feel natural. If you know you need a broader or narrower fit, it is worth comparing our Emporio Armani large glasses for a wider frame, which we cover in detail as its own collection. Getting the width right matters more than any other single measurement — a frame that is too wide slides down the nose, while one that is too narrow pinches at the temples.
The Emporio Armani style and heritage
Emporio Armani launched in 1981 as Giorgio Armani's more accessible, youthful line, aimed at a fashion-conscious urban customer. Where the main Giorgio Armani label leans luxurious and formal, Emporio Armani is designed to move with modern city life — a little more relaxed, a little more playful, but always with the restrained elegance that is the Armani hallmark. The eyewear follows suit. You will find clean rectangular and squared shapes, softly rounded designs and slim metal frames, most of them carrying the brand's stylised eagle logo somewhere subtle on the temple. Models such as the EA3218, EA1041, EA1167, EA3248 and EA1052 show the range across acetate and metal, and the collection also includes junior styles such as the EK1001 for younger wearers who want the same look in a smaller fit.
Frame materials — acetate and metal
This collection spans two core constructions. Acetate frames, cut from rich cellulose sheet, give the fuller shapes their depth of colour and warmth against the skin; they suit anyone who wants a bit more presence in the frame front, and being hypoallergenic they are a sound choice for skin that reacts to metal. Metal frames — stainless steel and lightweight alloys — bring a slimmer, more minimal profile that all but disappears on the face, ideal if you prefer your glasses to be understated. Many Emporio Armani designs combine the two, pairing an acetate brow with slim metal temples for the best of both. Whichever you choose, a medium fit keeps the proportions balanced.
Choosing by face shape
- Round faces gain definition from rectangular and squared medium frames.
- Square faces soften behind rounded or oval shapes.
- Oval faces are the most adaptable and carry almost any medium shape well.
- Heart-shaped faces suit frames that are balanced top to bottom, often with a lighter lower rim.
Prescription lenses at Ardor Eyewear
Every frame in this Emporio Armani medium glasses collection is designed to take a prescription, and Ardor Eyewear glazes them in-house. We offer single-vision lenses for distance or reading, varifocals and bifocals for those who need more than one correction, plus blue-light filtering for screen-heavy days, light-reactive photochromic lenses and tints. Select your lens options when you order and allow roughly seven to ten working days for glazing before dispatch. If you are researching lens types more broadly, our prescription eyeglasses frames and varifocal glasses collections are a helpful reference across brands.
Men's, women's and unisex options
Medium is the most naturally unisex size, and much of the Emporio Armani range is designed to be worn by anyone. Within the collection you will find frames that lean a little more masculine — stronger, squarer acetate fronts — and others with softer, slimmer lines that read as more feminine, so you can steer by style rather than being boxed in by size. For a wider view of the store, our designer eyeglasses and glasses collections place Emporio Armani alongside the other leading names we stock.
Caring for your frames
A little care keeps any frame looking its best. Clean acetate and metal alike with lukewarm water and a soft microfibre cloth, avoid hot water and prolonged heat that can affect acetate, and store the glasses in a hard case when not worn. Have the screws and nose pads checked from time to time so the fit stays true.
Why buy Emporio Armani medium glasses from Ardor
Ardor Eyewear is an authorised UK stockist of genuine designer eyewear, so every pair of Emporio Armani medium glasses is 100% authentic and supplied new and complete. We offer free UK shipping, a 14-day returns policy with return postage paid by the customer, and a full in-house glazing service so your frames arrive ready to wear. With prices from around £65, this is one of the most accessible ways into genuine Armani eyewear.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if a medium frame will fit me?
Check the three measurements inside the temple of a pair of glasses that fit you well — lens width, bridge and temple length. If your lens width is around 50 to 54mm, a medium Emporio Armani frame should suit you. If you need broader, see our Emporio Armani large glasses collection.
What is the difference between medium and large Emporio Armani glasses?
The main difference is frame width and lens size. Medium frames suit average-width faces and are the most versatile choice, while large frames give more coverage and suit broader faces or those who prefer a bolder look. Both come in acetate and metal.
Are these genuine Emporio Armani glasses?
Yes. Ardor Eyewear is an authorised stockist and every frame is 100% genuine Emporio Armani, supplied new and complete.
Can I have prescription lenses fitted?
Yes, every frame in this collection can take a prescription. We offer single-vision, varifocal, bifocal, blue-light, tinted and photochromic lenses, glazed in-house in around seven to ten working days.
How much do Emporio Armani medium glasses cost?
Frames in this collection are priced from roughly £65 to £115. Adding prescription lenses will change the final price depending on the lens type chosen.
Are the frames suitable for both men and women?
Medium is the most unisex size and much of the range is designed to be worn by anyone. Within the collection you will find styles that lean masculine or feminine, so you can choose by look rather than size alone.
What are your delivery and returns terms?
We offer free UK shipping. Non-prescription frames are dispatched promptly and prescription orders take around seven to ten working days for glazing. Returns are accepted within 14 days, with return postage paid by the customer.
