Premier Prescription Sunglasses in Waterloo
Prescription sunglasses in Waterloo provide UV protection and look great too. At Premier Optical, we offer the best prescription sunglasses to keep your vision clear and your eyes protected from harmful UV rays.
Our exclusive, hand-picked collection includes fashionable, high-quality, sporty styles perfect for every lifestyle. No matter if you’re behind the wheel, taking on the great outdoors, or just walking around town, our prescription sunglasses provide protection and precision.
With each visit, enjoy personalized service and unmatched expertise.
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Benefits of Prescription Sunglasses
Protection from UV Rays
Prescription sunglasses keep harmful UV rays out from all angles, keeping your eyes in healthy shape for years to come. It’s a common misconception that UV protection is only needed on bright sunny days. Even in overcast weather, up to 80 percent of the sun’s rays can penetrate those clouds, making year-round protection a must.
Prolonged exposure to UV radiation can result in severe eye conditions such as cataracts or macular degeneration. Prescription sunglasses combine the advantages of seeing clearly with protecting your eyes from these dangers. They help reduce acute pain caused by bright sunlight, such as migraines and eye strain from squinting.
This allows you to have a more productive and comfortable day outdoors.
Clarity and Vision Correction
While wearing regular sunglasses can help shield your eyes from the sun, they do not help improve vision clarity if you require prescription eyewear. Prescription sunglasses are custom-made to your specific prescription, giving you clear, crisp vision through life, no matter where you take it.
They’re especially useful in summer months, when people spend more time outdoors and are more susceptible to UV damage. They pair much-needed UV protection with vision correction to provide a convenient, one-stop solution. Gone are the days when you had to wear different glasses indoors versus outdoors!
Reduction of Glare
Glare from reflective surfaces such as water, snow, or car windshields can be an extremely distracting—yet dangerous—driver annoyance. Prescription sunglasses with polarized lenses help eliminate glare, allowing you to see better and feel less strained.
Whether you’re navigating a bustling downtown, taking in the views on a hike, or lounging by a pristine mountain lake, these lenses make it all feel great.
Stylish and Customizable Options
Prescription sunglasses are an accessory, and it’s important to choose wisely. As your local Premier Optical, we take pride in our carefully curated collection of designer frames that will help you express your unique style.
Whether you gravitate towards statement-making, fashion-forward styles or timeless, elegant frames, there’s a wide variety of options to choose from. We’ve curated a breathtaking collection that marries opulence with function.
You’re sure to find the right pair that fits your lifestyle, and helps you look and feel your best.
Our Range of Prescription Sunglasses
Designer Brands
We’re particularly proud of our amazing selection of designer prescription sunglasses. Shop familiar favorites from Gucci, Prada, Dior, Oakley, and Ray-Ban.
These brands are renowned for their craftsmanship and trend-forward designs, the ultimate marriage of style and functionality. Whether you’re seduced by the timeless appeal of aviators or the adventurous spirit of contemporary statement frames, our collection is designed to cater to every aesthetic.
With over 30 years of experience, we’ve built relationships with these top brands to bring you the best in eyewear fashion.
Frame Materials and Styles
Our frames are made with the finest materials engineered for all day wear. From lightweight titanium, to flexible acetate, to stainless steel, we’ve got you covered to find the perfect combination of strength and style.
Explore streamlined, understated silhouettes and eye-catching, high-fashion looks. Choose from a variety of frames that best suit your unique face shape and personal style.
Lens Options and Technologies
Polarized Lenses
Polarized lenses block glare from flat, shiny surfaces like water or pavement, giving you better contrast, clearer vision, and less eye fatigue.
Perfect for driving or outdoor sports, they improve both comfort and safety.
Photochromic Lenses
These lenses automatically adapt to daylight and UV exposure, providing smooth transitions from indoors to outdoors.
They provide protection from harmful UV rays, while removing the added hassle of switching between two pairs of glasses.
Anti-Reflective Coatings
Anti-reflective, or AR, coatings reduce glare and enhance vision, particularly in bright sun or at night.
This exclusive feature delivers sharp, shock-free vision.
How to Choose the Right Prescription Sunglasses
Assessing Your Vision Needs
Choosing the right prescription sunglasses begins with knowing your vision requirements. You can select single vision prescription lenses for either reading or driving. If you require easy transitions between close-up and distance sight, progressive lenses provide the best visual acuity when crafted with the proper lens design.
Bifocal and trifocal progressive lenses are available. This allows you to adjust to your lifestyle in a way that works for you, without the inconvenience of carrying around multiple pairs of glasses. Whether you’re an athlete or outdoor enthusiast, lightweight and durable lenses can keep you focused and comfortable in the moments that matter most.
Understanding UV Protection Levels
Preventing your eyes from damage from harmful UV rays should be top priority. Quality prescription sunglasses filter out 100% of UVA and UVB rays to help protect against long-term damage to eyes and surrounding skin.
Consider polarized lenses to reduce glare, particularly if you’re active near water or on the road.
Selecting the Right Frame for Your Face Shape
The ideal frame will flatter your prescription as well as your features and look great doing it! Designer collection frames, such as Woody’s – sold all over the world in more than 52 countries – merge fashionable flair with hand-made quality.
Whether you like to make a statement with your shades or keep things understated, choosing the right frame for your face shape means you’ll feel comfortable and confident.
Deciding on Lens Materials
Lens material is important for comfort, clarity of vision, and durability. For example, polycarbonate lenses are super-thin and super-lightweight while still being impact-resistant, so they’re perfect for someone with an active lifestyle.
If you want a thinner profile, high-index lenses are the perfect option.
Our Prescription Sunglasses Service Process
Eye Examination
Our licensed optometrists perform a complete, medical eye exam. That way, we can make sure your prescription is as accurate and perfectly suited to your lifestyle as possible.
Providing complete family care at every stage of life is our priority. Whether you’re looking for your kid’s very first pair of prescription sunglasses, or an upgrade for your own prescription shades— we can help!
Routine exams are important, particularly given that UV protection is needed 365 days a year. More than half of a person’s lifetime UV exposure occurs before age 18, so protecting them early is essential.
If you spend more time outside or using a computer, our exams will take those habits into account, so your sunglasses fit your lifestyle.
Frame and Lens Selection
Our prescription sunglass boutique is stocked with a wide selection of styles from popular brands including Ray-Ban, Maui Jim, and Prodesign. From ageless aviators to statement-making geometric frames, our collection has it all.
Our experts are on hand to walk you through your prescription lens options—polarized lenses to cut glare, or special coatings to guard against scratches.
We help you select frames that offer a perfect mix of comfort, durability and style that showcases and compliments your unique features.
Custom Fitting and Adjustments
Your prescription sunglasses should feel snug without any pinching. Our opticians hand fit each frame to complement your unique face shape and lifestyle.
Enjoy complimentary adjustments to keep your new sunglasses in the best possible shape. With our one-hour lab service, most prescriptions can be made while you wait.
Booking a Consultation
When it comes to prescription sunglasses, discovering the perfect pair begins with knowing how to identify your unique vision requirements. At Premier Optical in uptown Waterloo, booking an eyewear consultation takes just a minute and prepares you for a highly individualized experience.
Whether you’re due for an eye exam or just browsing our one-of-a-kind selection of designer eyewear, we’re happy to assist you. With free parking available at our easily accessible location on Regina Street, your visit will be a breeze.
At your appointment, our optometrists, Isabelle Journet and Marie-Michelle Clair, will take the time to understand your needs. You can expect a comprehensive but easy-going eye exam that usually does not involve dilation.
This lets us guarantee that your prescription is right and customized just for your lifestyle. If you’re just getting started with contact lenses or prescription sunglasses, our welcoming team will guide you.
They’ll walk you through the options you have and share how advanced lens technologies can help ensure crisp vision and protection from UV rays.
We’ve been Waterloo’s trusted source for eye care since 1988, helping every member of your family see better! We work with kids to select strong, durable frames that will meet their needs over time.
For seniors, we offer customized options to guarantee an enjoyable, accommodating experience. Book today and experience first-hand just how easy it can be to find prescription sunglasses that bring together style with serious sun protection.