Photochromic Glasses
Photochromic glasses use lenses that darken in sunlight and clear again indoors, so one pair covers the office, the car park and the walk along the beach. Photochromic lenses, often called transition lenses, are available on most frames in this grid, from Tom Ford, Gucci, Burberry, Emporio Armani, Ray-Ban, Dolce & Gabbana, Police and Versace; our team confirms compatibility at checkout.
How photochromic lenses work
- UV-activated tint: the lens reacts to UV light and darkens within a minute or two outdoors.
- Clear indoors: the tint fades back when you step inside, so you can read, work and drive in daylight with one pair.
- Your prescription: photochromic can be combined with single vision or progressive lenses, and pairs well with a blue light filter for screen work.
- Car note: most windscreens block UV, so photochromic lenses darken less while driving.
Choose any frame, such as Prada PR 19WV, Versace VE3353 or Burberry BE2457U, then select photochromic lenses in the lens options. Upload or bring your prescription.
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Frequently asked
What are photochromic lenses?
Photochromic lenses, also known as transition lenses, contain molecules that react to ultraviolet light. Outdoors they darken to a sunglass tint, and indoors they return to almost clear. This means one pair of prescription glasses works for both screen time and sunlight, which suits the bright, indoor-outdoor routine of life in the UAE.
Can I add photochromic lenses to any frame?
Photochromic lenses are available on most frames in this collection, including Tom Ford, Gucci, Burberry, Ray-Ban and Versace eyeglasses. Our team confirms compatibility at checkout, as very curved or rimless designs can need special handling. You can combine photochromic with single vision or progressive lenses.
Do photochromic glasses work in the car?
Only partly. Most car windscreens filter out UV light, which is what activates photochromic lenses, so they will darken less behind the wheel than outdoors. For regular driving in strong Gulf sun, many customers keep a dedicated pair of prescription sunglasses as well as their photochromic glasses.
Are photochromic lenses good for screen use?
Yes. Indoors the lenses stay close to clear, so they work for computer and phone use. If you spend long hours on screens, ask for a blue light filter coating alongside the photochromic lens. Upload or bring your prescription and our opticians will recommend the best combination for your day.
