Prescription Sunglasses
Quality sunglasses do more than reduce glare — they protect your retinas from UV damage, lower your risk of cataracts, and make every sunny day on Narragansett Bay more enjoyable. At Rhode Eyeland, we build prescription sunglasses with the same lens quality and frame craftsmanship we put into your everyday eyewear.
Prescription polarized lenses give you crisp vision, full UV protection, and frame styles built for the beach, the boat, the trail, and the road, while reducing glare which is a risk factor for driving.
Why prescription sunglasses are worth it
Polarized — eliminates glare from water, road, and snow
Photochromic (Transitions) — light adaptive lenses adapt to indoors and out
Mirrored finishes — extra glare reduction with a modern look
Gradient tints — fashion-forward, great for driving
Maui Jim PolarizedPlus2 — color-enhancing premium polarized
Driving-specific tints
Sun lens options:
Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Krewe, Silhouette, Kate Spade, Morel, Seraphin and several specialty sport options. Most styles can be made with your prescription, including wraparound and sport-curved frames.
Sun-ready brands at Rhode Eyeland
Whether you are walking the dogs at Beavertail, fishing the bay, biking the East Bay path, or driving the Mt. Hope Bridge into the afternoon sun, the right pair of prescription sunglasses changes everything.
Bring your favorite outdoor activity to the optical department and we will recommend a frame and lens combination that holds up to it.
Built for Rhode Island life
FAQs
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Yes — most prescriptions can be made into sun lenses, including progressives and they are better.
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Both — they reduce glare further and look great.
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Yes, including wraparound styles with appropriate lens curvature for water sports, cycling, and running.
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Yes — UV protection matters even more for young eyes, children should consider light adaptive lenses.
“I had the best experience with Rhode Eyeland eye care. No wait and great doctors and staff. I was extremely anxious about the appointment but left feeling great. I love that they sell independent eye frames and sunglasses.”
Ready to schedule?
Book online through our scheduler or give us a call. New patients are welcome — and existing patients always come first when something urgent comes up.
Call to make an appointment
(401) 262-0042
