When life is busy, it can be hard to find time for researching the best women's prescription sunglasses online. It can also be tricky understanding where to start. That's why our expert opticians have combined their knowledge of women's Rx sunglasses and curated the top styles based on comfort, style, technology, and prescription friendliness. Check out our female-optician-approved lineup of the best women's prescription sunglasses below!
Table of Contents
A. What to Look for in Women's Prescription Sunglasses
B. Best Women's Prescription Sunglasses
1. Oakley Split Time
2. SportRx Aviva
3. RAEN Norie
4. Maui Jim Starfish
5. Wiley X Weekender
6. Nike Sentiment
7. Ray-Ban Erika
Bonus Frame: Native Penrose
C. Women's Rx Sunglasses FAQs
D. Shop Women's Prescription Sunglasses Online at SportRx
What to Look for in Women's Prescription Sunglasses
When shopping for women's prescription sunglasses, there are a few key components to consider. Let's review which features to look for when comparing prescription sunglasses for women and how to choose the right pair.
Frame Style
From fashionable aviators and cat-eyes to performance sports sunglasses, your frames are an extension of your lifestyle. How and when you plan on wearing your women's Rx sunglasses will play a key role in determining what type of frame to consider. For athletes, frame materials like nylon, Grilamid, and Oakley's O Matter™ are lightweight and durable to keep you focused on the game. Wrap around designs will provide the coverage you need from harmful UV rays and a wide field of vision to watch the terrain.
Are you a female athlete looking for a performance-ready design? Be sure to check out our list for the Best Prescription Sport Sunglasses for Women.
If you're in the market for a basic everyday frame, there is a plethora of options at your fingertips. Look for materials like acetate frames, which provide a featherweight feel with slightly translucent colors that dazzle in the sunlight. Metal frames are also a popular choice for their elegance and easy wearability. You can also amp up the versatility with nylon styles that double for a weekend brunch or soccer scrimmage.
Lens Technology
There is a lens color and technology for every preference. Select from all colors of the rainbow with mirrors, gradients, and polarization. Transition lenses are also a popular choice for their versatility. And since we're talking about the best women's prescription sunglasses, all these lens options are available in Rx! To discover some of our opticians' favorite Rx-able lens technologies, check out the links below:
Best Women’s Prescription Sunglasses
Oakley Split Time
Starting our list is a classic aviator style for women, the Oakley Split Time. With an oversized pilot lens and mixed-composition construction, you'll stand out from the crowd and have comfortable all-day wearability. Proprietary O Matter™ is impact-resistant and the unique C5 metal is available in an array of eye-catching colors like rose gold, yellow gold and navy. You can also express your personal style with your choice of PRIZM™ lens color, which boosts contrast and clarity.
Oakley Split Time in Brown Tortoise with PRIZM™ Rose Gold Polarized Lenses
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Oakley Split Time Key Features:
- O Matter™ frame with C5 metal is comfortable & durable
- Plutonite lens material is impact-resistant with glass-like clarity
- Available with Rx-able Oakley PRIZM™ lens technology
- SportRx Frame Width (SFW): 132 (Women’s M-L)
SportRx Aviva
Designed by women, for women, the SportRx Aviva is our love letter to active ladies! This plant-based resin frame is lightweight and durable with a distinctly feminine shape. Gold accents create that extra something special, while rubber grip locks the Aviva in place during go time. Ideal for everyday wear, we're confident you'll be reaching for these women's Rx sunglasses each time you step out the door.
SportRx Aviva in Matte Black with Grey Lenses
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SportRx Aviva Key Features:
- Plant-based resin frame is eco-friendly, lightweight, & versatile
- Includes single-vision prescription lenses for only $99
- Available with Rx-able SportRx Sport Optimized Lenses or Custom Lenses
- SFW: 132 (Women’s M-L)
RAEN Norie
The RAEN Norie is a sweet, simplistic style with a thin frame design and slight cat-eye. It is made of acetate, which is gorgeous under any light but guaranteed to stand out under the sun especially. We also love the 6-base round lenses which are perfect for taking on high prescriptions. This flatter lens design is more Rx-friendly than wrap around styles and gives a lifestyle look we can't get enough of.
RAEN Norie in Brindle Tortoise with Prescription Lenses
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RAEN Norie Key Features:
- 6-base frame accommodates a range of prescriptions with ease
- Acetate frame material is lightweight & comfortable
- Saddle-style nose bridge creates additional comfort
- Available with Rx-able SportRx Sport Optimized Lenses or Custom Lenses
- SFW: 134 (Women’s L)
Maui Jim Starfish
Next up is the Maui Jim Starfish, an oversized look for women who want to make a statement with their sunglasses. With a subtle cat-eye and sloping browline, the Starfish is ultra-flattering on a variety of face shapes. The injected nylon frame is also extremely flexible and durable, while rubber nose pads ensure precise optical alignment for all your adventures. Take your pick from Maui Jim's PolarizedPlus2® lens colors to get glare-free vision with the 20/20 sight you deserve! You can also get this same style as readers!
Maui Jim Starfish in Translucent Chocolate With Tortoise with HCL Bronze Lenses
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Maui Jim Starfish Key Features:
- Injected nylon frame is heat-resistant to keep its shape
- Rubber nose pads withstand sweat & sunscreen
- Available with Maui Jim PolarizedPlus2® lens technology in prescription
- Available as sunglass readers
- SFW: 135 (Women’s L)
Wiley X Weekender
Safety-rated women's sunglasses that look as good as these do? Sign us up! The Wiley X Weekender has no shortage of style and features an ANSI Z87.2 rating to boot. Whether you like hopping on your motorcycle or doing DIY work around the house, your vision will be safe from harm's way. Selenite™ lenses are shatterproof and feature Rx-able CAPTIVATE™ lens technology, which finetunes colors and heightens clarity.
Wiley X Weekender in Crystal Blush with CAPTIVATE™ Polarized Rose Gold Mirror Lenses
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Wiley X Weekender Key Features:
- ANSI Z87-2-certified means they qualify as safety glasses
- Extended frame front design provides extra peripheral coverage
- Saddle bridge evenly distributes weight for a comfortable fit
- Available with Rx-able Wiley X CAPTIVATE™ lens technology
- SFW: 135 (Women’s L)
Nike Sentiment
Versatile, sporty, feminine, and Rx-friendly. These are just a few of the words that come to mind when thinking about the next frame on our list of the best women's prescription sunglasses. Introducing the Nike Sentiment, a do-it-all sunglass that keeps you looking stylish during runs, grocery shopping, and everything in between. Rubber nose pads and temple tips keep the Sentiment securely in place, no matter how much you move, and keep you comfortable for all-day wear. For the lenses, take your pick of Sport Optimized Lenses or create a totally unique look with SportRx Custom Lenses.
Nike Sentiment in Black/Copper with Mercury Mirror Lenses
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Nike Sentiment Key Features:
- Injected frame is lightweight & comfortable
- Iconic swoosh logo appears on the temples for profile appeal
- Rubber nose pads & temple tips lock the frame in place
- Available with Rx-able SportRx Sport Optimized Lenses or Custom Lenses
- SFW: 136 (Women’s L)
Ray-Ban RB4171 Erika
Comfort is the name of the game with the Ray-Ban Erika. These prescription sunglasses for women feature a thin nylon and metal frame for an elegant look that matches any of your OOTDs. Large, round lenses are a nod to the 60s, while the frame-front design creates a subtle cat-eye. In comparison to other frames in our lineup, the Erika is most similar to the Norie's casual feel, but with a larger fit. You can also get the Erika as a fully metal frame with the same Rx lens options as the original. Choose from Authentic Ray-Ban Lenses that feature the logo and the iconic G-15 color.
Ray-Ban RB4171 Erika in Light Havana with Green Lenses
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Ray-Ban Erika Key Features:
- Mixed nylon & metal frame is super comfortable & chic
- Keyhole bridge encourages air flow & minimizes fogging
- Available with a metal alloy material as the Erika Metal
- Available with Rx-able Authentic Ray-Ban Lenses
- SFW: 137 (Women’s L)
Bonus Frame: Native Eyewear Penrose
Last but certainly not least, the Native Penrose is a great fit for smaller faces that deserves to be a part of our lineup. We've included the Penrose for its Rx-ability, lightweight fit, and performance capabilities. If you need a women's athleisure frame that doesn't skip a beat, the Native Penrose can keep up with anything the day throws your way.
Native Penrose in Matte Black/Crystal with Blue Reflex Polarized Lenses
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Native Penrose Key Features:
- Eco-friendly frame material is ultra-lightweight and built to last
- Cushinol™ rubber nose pads & Mastoid™ temple tips provide grip & comfort
- Cam-action hinges make for easy removal
- Available with Rx-able SportRx Sport Optimized Lenses or Custom Lenses
- SFW: 125 (Women's S-M)
Women's Rx Sunglasses FAQs
Still have questions about prescription sunglasses for women? We've got you covered with some of our most popular FAQs!
Does Oakley make women's prescription sunglasses?
They sure do! Oakley offers a wide selection of women's sunglasses that are available in prescription. To see all Rx-able options at SportRx, take a look at our collection of Oakley women's sunglasses and toggle the slider button that reads, "prescription ready."
Where can I buy women's prescription sunglasses online?
You can customize your own pair of women's prescription sunglasses online right here at SportRx. We're proud to offer our own SportRx collection of women's prescription sunglasses and carry many top eyewear brands. Most styles are Rx-able and our intuitive lens customization process makes buying women's Rx sunglasses online easier than ever. If you have questions while building your perfect pair, reach out to us and our in-house opticians will be happy to help!
How do I know if my women's Rx sunglasses will fit?
Our expert opticians work tirelessly to make sure you receive the best fitting frame. Since frame sizes are not universal across brands, we also created a measurement system known as SportRx Frame Width (SFW) for a more accurate and reliable way to understand frame size. To learn how to measure your SFW, visit our Sunglasses Size Guide. You can then take your personal SFW and use it to shop online at sportrx.com. Each frame's product page features an SFW, so you can match it to your own! Easy, right?
Help! I don't understand my prescription. Who can I talk to?
Not to worry. Our team of in-house opticians is standing by and ready to help. Reach out to us and we'll be happy to review your prescription, discuss what you're looking for in a frame, and help you find the best women's prescription sunglasses — just for you.
Shop Women's Prescription Sunglasses Online at SportRx
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