Collection: Oakley Prescription Sunglasses

Oakley Prescription Sunglasses for Sport, Driving & Everyday Vision

If you live in your glasses, taking them off every time the sun comes out gets old fast. Oakley Prescription Sunglasses fix that problem in one hit – sharp vision, serious sun protection and the performance look Oakley is known for.

Since 1975, Oakley has been building eyewear for athletes and active lives, not just for the camera. Their prescription sunglasses bring the same technology you see on cyclists, runners and golfers into lenses made specifically for your eyes. At Ardor Eyewear in the UK, you get that tech plus the convenience of shopping alongside other prescription sunglasses in the UK, designer sunglasses in the UK and wider designer glasses by brand collections.

What makes Oakley Prescription Sunglasses different?

Oakley has a very specific obsession: clarity and protection when you’re moving, not just standing still. A few things set Oakley Prescription Sunglasses apart from “normal” shades:

• High Definition Optics (HDO) – Oakley’s lens design approach that keeps vision true-to-life right across the lens, not just in the centre. It’s engineered to minimise distortion and improve clarity, even in wrapped sports frames.
  

• Plutonite lens material – Oakley’s proprietary polycarbonate, built to be extremely impact resistant while staying light on the face. Lenses made from Plutonite can meet or exceed ANSI Z87.1 standards for high-mass and high-velocity impact resistance.
  

• 100% UV filtering – Oakley lenses block 100% of UVA, UVB and UVC, plus harmful blue light up to 400 nm, which is exactly what eye-care professionals recommend for long-term eye health.
  

• PRIZM contrast-enhancing technology – lens tints tuned for specific environments (Road, Trail, Golf and more) that boost contrast and detail so you can pick out texture, obstacles and changes in surface more easily.
  

Oakley’s prescription programme integrates those technologies into lenses made to your exact correction, rather than adding a prescription as an after-thought.

When Oakley Prescription Sunglasses really shine

Here’s where you’ll notice the difference between Oakley and a standard pair of tinted prescription lenses:

Everyday and active use

• Cycling, running and gym commutes
  Wrapped frames with PRIZM lenses help you read the road, spot potholes and see surface changes earlier, without fighting glare.
  

• Driving in unpredictable UK light
  HDO optics plus UV-blocking lenses keep signs, lane markings and hazards sharp while cutting reflection from wet roads and windscreens. Polarised options help even more with glare from flat surfaces.
  

• Golf, cricket and pitch-side weekends
  PRIZM tints are tuned to make subtle colour differences stand out, useful for reading greens, watching a ball in flight or tracking play across bright pitches.
  

• Beach trips and holidays
  Plutonite lenses that filter 100% of UV plus contrast-enhancing tints give you comfort and protection around water, sand and bright tiles, where reflected light can be intense.
  

• Everyday city life
  If you’re walking between glass buildings, sitting in traffic or working outdoors, Oakley Prescription Sunglasses simply make it easier to keep your eyes relaxed without sacrificing clarity.
  

Stand-out advantages you’ll feel

Why people stick with Oakley for prescription sunglasses

• Crisp vision across the lens
  With HDO, light is guided more precisely through the lens, so what you see stays sharp from centre to edge – helpful in curved sport frames where normal lenses can feel “wobbly” at the sides.
  

• Serious impact resistance
  Plutonite lenses are designed to withstand high-velocity and high-mass impacts, going beyond basic fashion eyewear expectations. That’s reassuring when you’re riding, playing sport or just living an active life.
  

• Reliable UV protection built in
  Every genuine Oakley sun lens filters 100% of UVA and UVB. You’re not guessing whether the tint is purely cosmetic.
  

• Prescription and performance in one pair
  No more swapping between everyday glasses and non-prescription shades. Oakley Prescription Sunglasses are made for constant wear outdoors, so you keep your correction and your comfort.
  

• Designed around real movement
  Frame shapes and rubber grip materials (like Unobtainium® on many models) aim to keep the frame in place when you sweat or pick up speed, not just when you’re standing in front of the mirror.
  

For anyone who spends serious time outdoors – whether that’s cycling before work, coaching at weekends or just doing long dog walks – this combination is hard to go back from once you’ve tried it.

Oakley lens tech in simple terms

All of the buzzwords boil down to a few practical benefits:

• HDO (High Definition Optics) focuses on clarity and minimal distortion, so the world looks where it really is, which matters for depth perception and hand-eye coordination.
  

• Plutonite is a tough lens material that blocks 100% of UV, including parts of blue light up to 400 nm, while staying relatively light and thin.
  

• PRIZM fine-tunes how colours and contrast appear in specific settings – road, trail, field or everyday use – so detail is easier to pick out in those environments.
  

• Polarised options cut reflected glare from flat surfaces such as water, glass and roads, which is especially helpful for drivers and anyone around water.
  

• Coatings and finishes (anti-reflective, smudge-resistant, scratch-resistant) are available to make everyday use and cleaning more straightforward.
  

The important point: when you order Oakley Prescription Sunglasses, you’re not just tinting an ordinary lens. You’re getting an optical design built from the ground up around performance, then shaped to your prescription.

Why shop Oakley Prescription Sunglasses at Ardor Eyewear?

Ardor Eyewear is a UK-based luxury eyewear retailer with a clear focus: genuine designer glasses and sunglasses, competitive pricing and UK-friendly service.

When you choose Oakley Prescription Sunglasses here, you’re also getting:

• Authenticity and guarantees
  Products are sourced from trusted suppliers with official guarantees, so your Oakley frames and lenses are the real thing, not lookalikes.
  

• Great savings on designer eyewear
  The sale on designer eyewear section frequently includes Oakley alongside other labels, with strong discounts on previous seasons and selected favourites.
  

• Free UK delivery, 14-day returns and 2-year warranty on many styles
  Ardor Eyewear highlights free UK shipping, a straightforward 14-day return policy and a 2-year warranty across much of its range, including prescription sunglasses and designer sunglasses in the UK.
  

• Joined-up shopping for all your eyewear
  While you’re choosing Oakley Prescription Sunglasses, you can browse designer glasses, best sellers designer eyewear, new arrivals designer eyewear and premium over £500 designer sunglasses if you want something dressier as a second pair.
  

In other words: performance lenses from Oakley, backed by the pricing and policies of a UK retailer built around designer eyewear.

How to pick the right Oakley Prescription Sunglasses

Choosing a pair is easier if you break it down into a few decisions:

1. Frame shape and fit

Think about how and where you’ll use them:

• For cycling, running or gym commutes, look at more wrapped, shield-style frames that hug the face and block side wind and light.
  

• For everyday city wear and driving, lifestyle designs with slightly flatter fronts (Frogskins-style, square or round shapes) often feel more natural with casual outfits.
  

• For multi-purpose use, a semi-wrap sport frame can bridge the gap between performance and daily wear.
  

2. Lens type

• Single-vision if you only need help with distance or reading.
  

• Progressive (varifocal) if you want distance, intermediate and near vision in the same pair, especially handy for work-plus-weekend use.
  

3. Tint and options

• Everyday driving and mixed light: neutral grey or brown tints.
  

• Sport-specific use: PRIZM Road, Trail, Field or Golf depending on your main environment.
  

• Lots of time near water or on bright roads: polarised versions to cut reflected glare.
  

Once you’ve settled those basics, the rest is down to colour and style – and that’s where Oakley’s mix of performance and design makes it fun rather than complicated.

FAQs – Oakley Prescription Sunglasses

Can I get any Oakley frame made as Oakley Prescription Sunglasses?

Not every single frame can take prescription lenses, but a wide range of Oakley sunglasses are available with authentic Oakley prescription options. Performance and lifestyle models are both covered, with choices for single-vision and progressive lenses.

Do Oakley Prescription Sunglasses still have PRIZM lenses?

Yes, many Oakley Prescription Sunglasses can be made with PRIZM tints, which are tuned to enhance contrast and detail in specific environments like Road, Trail or Golf, while still giving full UV protection.

Do Oakley Prescription Sunglasses block 100% of UV?

Genuine Oakley sun lenses made from Plutonite filter 100% of UVA and UVB, and block harmful blue light up to 400 nm. That protection is built into the lens material, not just a surface coating.

Are Oakley Prescription Sunglasses good for driving?

They’re very popular for driving. HDO keeps the view sharp across the lens, and options like PRIZM Road or polarised lenses help manage bright reflections from windscreens and wet roads. Just avoid very dark or highly mirrored tints at night.

How impact-resistant are Oakley prescription lenses?

Oakley prescription lenses in Plutonite are engineered to meet or exceed ANSI Z87.1 standards for high-mass and high-velocity impact resistance, offering more protection than typical fashion eyewear lenses.

Can I use Oakley Prescription Sunglasses for sport and everyday wear?

Yes. Many people choose a shape that works for both – for example, a semi-wrap or slightly sporty square frame. As long as the fit is comfortable and the tint suits your light conditions, Oakley Prescription Sunglasses can be your main pair for most outdoor situations.

Are Oakley Prescription Sunglasses more expensive than standard prescription sunglasses?

They usually cost more than generic prescription sunglasses because of the lens tech and brand, but at Ardor Eyewear you’ll often find Oakley featured within the sale on designer eyewear, alongside other discounted designer sunglasses in the UK and prescription sunglasses.

Can I get progressive lenses in Oakley Prescription Sunglasses?

Yes. Oakley offers progressive (varifocal) lens designs that use digital surfacing to keep vision clear at multiple distances in one lens, which suits people who want a single pair for work, driving and leisure.

How do I look after Oakley Prescription Sunglasses?

Rinse off dust or grit with lukewarm water, use a suitable lens spray or mild soapy water, then dry with a microfibre cloth. Avoid tissues and clothing, which can scratch coatings. Keeping them in a case when you’re not wearing them helps protect both frame and lenses.

Why should I buy Oakley Prescription Sunglasses from Ardor Eyewear?

Because you can match Oakley’s performance technology with a UK retailer that focuses on designer glasses, prescription sunglasses in the UK and designer sunglasses in the UK, offering genuine products, strong savings, free UK delivery, a clear 14-day return policy and a 2-year warranty on many styles.