{"id":2355,"date":"2024-05-09T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/learn\/?p=2355"},"modified":"2026-04-02T03:12:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T07:12:39","slug":"how-to-wear-sunglasses-with-glasses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/learn\/how-to-wear-sunglasses-with-glasses","title":{"rendered":"How To Wear Sunglasses With Glasses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s face it: Wearing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/sunglasses\">sunglasses<\/a> is not quite as simple for glasses wearers as it is for everyone else. People who wear glasses have to consider their vision needs in addition to sun protection for their eyes when venturing out on sunny days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you wear glasses, there are essentially two ways you can go:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear sunglasses <em>with<\/em> your everyday eyeglasses (as in both at the same time).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for alternative solutions. (Spoiler alert: There are several.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we\u2019re going to explain all your options, working out the age-old conundrum of how to wear sunglasses with glasses once and for all. First, we\u2019ll look at how to wear sunglasses and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/eyeglasses\">glasses<\/a> together, and then we\u2019ll explore the alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 Ways To Wear Sunglasses <em>With<\/em> Glasses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interested in wearing sunglasses over your glasses, you have two options: sunglasses that fit over your eyeglasses or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/sunglasses\/clip-ons\">clip-on sunglasses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Wear Sunglasses <em>Over<\/em> Your Regular Glasses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, it\u2019s possible to wear sunglasses over your glasses. Some sunglasses are designed specifically to fit this way. These are sometimes referred to as \u201cfit-over\u201d sunglasses. You\u2019ll need to consider the shape and size of your glasses frames when selecting this type of sunglasses to ensure they\u2019ll fit well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While this option may work for some, others may find it less comfortable or less fashionable than other solutions\u2014it boils down to personal preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Wear Clip-Ons With Your Regular Glasses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another option that lets you keep your regular eyewear in place are clip-on sunglasses. As their name implies, these handy sunglasses clip right onto your glasses frames.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just keep in mind that run-of-the-mill clip-ons more than likely won\u2019t offer a perfect fit to your frames.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good news, though. Warby Parker Clip-Ons are designed specifically to fit some of our best-selling glasses frames. Have a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<section class=\"wp-article__btm-cta wp-blocks__two-links\">\n\t<div>\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-article-featured__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Sunglasses in a snap<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>We offer Clip-Ons\u2014available in many sizes and colors\u2014that fit our bestselling frames<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-blocks-banner__cta-links\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/sunglasses\/clip-ons\">Browse the lineup <svg id=\"aa495747-7767-4ea8-bc8e-3e09f9e2a480\" data-name=\"Layer 1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 5.5 9.5\"><path d=\"M5.49,4.61a.87.87,0,0,1,0,.32.73.73,0,0,1-.2.35l-4,4A.75.75,0,0,1,.22,8.22L3.69,4.75.22,1.28A.75.75,0,0,1,1.28.22l4,4A.75.75,0,0,1,5.49,4.61Z\" style=\"fill:#1050D0;fill-rule:evenodd\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Alternatives to Wearing Sunglasses Over Glasses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, some other sun protection solutions are available for glasses wearers, too. Let\u2019s take a closer look at your options if wearing sunglasses and glasses at the same time isn\u2019t your jam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Prescription Sunglasses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/sunglasses\/prescription\">prescription sunglasses<\/a> using the same prescription as your regular eyeglasses. Easy, peasy. Prescription sunglasses can accommodate most vision needs\u2014even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/eyeglasses\/progressives\">progressive lenses<\/a>, for instance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more, head to our handy article with the full scoop on how to get prescription sunglasses: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/learn\/can-you-get-prescription-sunglasses\">Can You Get Prescription Sunglasses?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Glasses With Photochromic Lenses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Glasses with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/eyeglasses\/light-responsive\">light-responsive lenses<\/a> quite literally respond to UV light and transform into sunglasses. There\u2019s no need to swap frames, add frames, clip on other lenses, or anything else. With light-responses (aka photochromic) lenses, you won\u2019t even have to think about whether or not you need sunglasses as you head out the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Contacts With Nonprescription Sunglasses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/contacts\">Contact lenses<\/a> are another option to consider for days spent in the sun. They give you the freedom to take your sunglasses on and off as you please while still seeing clearly. Plus, they eliminate the hassle of toting around multiple pairs of eyewear. Score one point for contacts in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/learn\/contacts-vs-glasses\">the contacts-versus-glasses showdown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wearing Sunglasses Over Your Glasses Isn\u2019t the Only Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Can<\/em> you wear sunglasses over glasses? Yes. Do you <em>have<\/em> to wear sunglasses over glasses? Absolutely not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope this article has shed some light (or perhaps shade?) on the situation. If you\u2019re still unsure of which option is right for you, reach out to your eye doctor. And if you need one, we happen to know where you can find a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/retail\">expert optometrists<\/a>. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s face it: Wearing sunglasses is not quite as simple for glasses wearers as it is for everyone else. People who wear glasses have to consider their vision needs in addition to sun protection for their eyes when venturing out on sunny days. If you wear glasses, there are essentially two ways you can go:&nbsp; [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":2356,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2355","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-how-to"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How To Wear Sunglasses With Glasses | Warby Parker<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Not sure how to wear sunglasses with glasses? 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