Carrera glasses carry six decades of motorsport heritage — the Austrian-born, Italian-styled brand named after the Carrera Panamericana road race, famous for aviators and bold masculine frames. At OptiVision the optical range starts at just AED 286 with free single vision lenses, making Carrera one of the sharpest value plays in the store's designer lineup.
Decoding Carrera model names
Plain-numbered models (Carrera 352, 8872) are optical frames; a /S suffix marks sunglasses. The 8800-8900 series leans technical and lightweight; three-digit models carry the classic racing DNA; special editions like the Glory sit at the top of the range.
Best Carrera glasses at OptiVision
AED 286
the lowest-priced frame in the range — a clean technical rectangle with the racing flag logo.
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How to choose your Carrera frame
Carrera optical is masculine-leaning: strong browlines, matte finishes, and racing-red accents. The 8800/8900 series suits daily office wear; the numbered classics make more of a statement. With 60-plus optical models in stock from AED 286 to AED 1,111.50 (the Glory special edition), it's the widest sub-AED-500 designer selection at OptiVision alongside Police and Armani Exchange.
Free prescription lenses included
Every Carrera frame at OptiVision includes free single vision prescription lenses, with blue light and progressive upgrades available.
Carrera glasses prices in the UAE
At September 2026 sale prices, Carrera prescription glasses run from AED 286 (2001TV) to AED 1,111.50 (Glory), with lenses included — most of the range sits between AED 350 and 550.
Where to buy Carrera glasses in Dubai
Shop the full Carrera eyeglasses collection at OptiVision — an authorized retailer since 1980 sourcing exclusively from official distributors. Visit Dubai Festival City, Ibn Battuta Mall, Outlet Mall, or Festival Plaza, or order online with free UAE delivery. Comparing value designer frames? Read our Police glasses guide; for heritage aviator style, see the Ray-Ban prescription glasses guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Carrera glasses cost in the UAE?
At OptiVision's current sale, Carrera prescription glasses range from AED 286 to AED 1,111.50 with free single vision lenses included — most models under AED 550.
Is Carrera a luxury brand?
Carrera is a heritage sport-fashion eyewear house — founded in Austria in 1956 and named after the Carrera Panamericana race — positioned as accessible designer eyewear rather than couture luxury.
Can Carrera frames take prescription lenses?
Yes. All plain-numbered Carrera optical frames accept prescription lenses, with free single vision lenses included at OptiVision.
Are Carrera glasses at OptiVision original?
Yes. OptiVision sources all Carrera eyewear from official authorized distributors — every frame is 100% genuine.
