Carrera Glasses

Carrera was founded in 1956 in Austria. With the name inspired by the Carrera Panamericana race, the brand has always endeavoured to make eyewear for high-octane, high-thrills sports; they are, after all, known for their line of ski goggles. We stock a range of Carrera sunglasses and Carrera glasses, all custom-built for tough conditions and high stakes.

As well as their sporting heritage (they've partnered with Formula 1, the Winter Olympics and the Americas Cup), Carrera has also been widely known as an innovator with materials and products. In 1964, their founder Wilhelm Anger developed 'Optyl', a revolutionary kind of lightweight plastic. Carrera used this in their eyewear to create a range of high-tech products, many of which are still around to this day. Carrera was eventually bought out by Safilo, the Italian eyewear giant whose collaborations have included David Beckham and more.

Shop Carrera glasses now at SmartBuyGlasses. There are so many options to choose from when it comes to our selection. You can buy Carrera sunglasses for men online in total peace of mind knowing that we provide a 24-month warranty on every pair of glasses or sunglasses in our store, which covers both the frames and lenses. And, if you change your mind about your new purchase, you can easily get your money back with our 100-day returns policy.

Carrera Sunglasses: Our Top 3

• These Carrera CHAMPION sunglasses are the perfect mix of modern and retro style. As we're sure Carrera would attest, these shades wouldn't look out of place on the Alps or on the streets. With slick black full-rim frames and gold detailing, these sunglasses are a stylish yet sporty option for anyone looking for some hardy shades.
• These Carrera GRAND PRIX 2 sunglasses are similar in aesthetic to the Champion sunglasses, but with some extra designer flair. Designed for the podium yet just as at home on a long drive, these full-rim pilot frames (complete with go-faster stripes) are a vintage classic.
• These Carrera 5003 sunglasses are a more easy-going silhouette. Similar to Wayfarer sunglasses, these shades are one of Carrera's more casual models. Simple yet effective, these black full-rim sunglasses are a high-class, low-key pair of affordable shades.

Carrera Glasses: Our Top 3

• These Carrera 137/V glasses are a cool take on tortoiseshell aviators. With their big round frames and classy metal detailing (see the nose bridge). These glasses bring some real retro flair to the table; their '70s-style round frames are the perfect style accessory for anyone who wants in on Carrera's sporty ethos.
• These Carrera CA6637/N glasses mix classic silhouettes with modern materials. They're a fun take on classic rectangular glasses with the added kick of transparent frames. These glasses are a cool, modern way to enhance your style - we think transparent glasses look good on anyone!
• These Carrera 176 glasses are another stellar retro design from Carrera. With their translucent 'smoked brown' full-rim pilot frames, tortoiseshell temples and large lenses, these glasses are an amazing way to bring understated vintage looks into your wardrobe. 

Virtual Try-On 

While we deliver anywhere, we also have an amazing feature that can help you decide which glasses suit you best from the huge range on sale: our new Virtual Try-On tool. Just click the icon on each product’s page, and you’re all set for modelling designer sunglasses at a moment’s notice. If you’re looking for Carrera sunglasses you’ve come to the right place - you can try on your favourite pairs of Carrera glasses online without having to even leave your home! 

For our customers, it’s been the ultimate 2020 replacement for a great day out shopping - as we’ve been adjusting to new routines and staying at home 24/7, we’ve opened up a whole load of free time to explore our enormous online shop. After all, there’s never been a better time for a sneaky virtual afternoon shopping trip when you otherwise might have been commuting! 

Arise HD Prescription Lenses 

The Arise HD Clarity Collection offers the best options for ordering prescription lenses online. When it comes to buying prescription glasses online, SmartBuyGlasses has you covered with a wide selection of frames at competitive prices, paired with premium lenses. When it comes to your vision, there's no need to compromise. 

Our lenses are suitable for all vision impairments and can be customised for your every need. Whether you need reading glasses, driving glasses or prescription glasses for astigmatism, myopia or presbyopia - Arise HD Clarity lenses are fitted to your prescription. 

These lenses come with a range of top-quality lens coatings custom-engineered to protect both your lenses and your eyes. These coatings include: UV400 for UV light protection, Anti-Reflective for glare protection, Scratch Resistant for scratch protection, Impact X for shock protection and Superhydrophobic for water protection. 

zFORT™ Blue Light Block 

Let's face it - technology is here to stay. While we can try to limit our usage, we’re ultimately pretty dependent on it. However, with more screens comes more blue light. So, we've created something to help negate its side effects. We call it zFORT™. It’s blue light blocking technology. What’s that, you ask? It’s a special filter that blocks potentially harmful short-wavelength light that can damage the eye. Through limiting the penetration of this type of light, zFORT™ provides ‘fort-like’ protection to the eye. 

There are four key benefits to using zFORT™ blue light blocking lenses: glare elimination, eye strain reduction, sleep improvement and headache reduction. 

Curious to learn more about blue light blocking tech? You can check out our FAQ page here or read our blog and Optical Centre articles to find out all you need to know! 

Optical Centre 

We pride ourselves on providing customers with well-researched, optician-approved advice about some key parts of the eyewear world. We’ve got a whole host of different articles, split into three main categories: eye health, eyeglasses and sunglasses. Here, you can find in-depth pieces about eye conditions, prescriptions and more. 

We also run an ‘Ask the Optician’ section. Here, we take some of our customers’ most burning questions and answer them briefly yet succinctly. There are dozens upon dozens of Q&A-style pages here, all overflowing with eyewear and eye health facts. 

SmartBuyGlasses UK 

We’re the leading e-commerce eyewear destination to shop designer brands, for less. We stock hundreds of brands, all with unique designs and approaches to eyewear. From designer brands like Gucci, to sunglass kings Ray-Ban, to affordable ranges like SmartBuy Collection, we’re sure you’ll find what you love. 

Discover 180+ designer brands and get up to 50% off at SmartBuyGlasses UK. What sets us apart from the crowd is our unbeatable prices – from discounted designer frames to £7 affordable glasses, we’ve always got a load of discounts on offer, and we stick to our best price guarantee. 

Our Commitment to Our Customers 

As well as providing the best cheap glasses and lenses on the web, we’re committed to always improving our customer experience. That’s why we provide a 2-year warranty on all eyewear, 100-day returns, FREE shipping, our best price guarantee and accessible eyewear for any budget! 

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