About clear frames

A transparent front makes even a thick acetate frame feel airy, so clear frames let you wear a bolder shape without the weight of a dark colour. They show fingerprints and dust more readily, so a microfibre cloth helps. Some clear frames have a slight tint, such as grey or champagne, which reads warmer or cooler on the face. Strong prescriptions can show the lens edge through a clear rim, so a higher index lens helps.

Clear frames pair especially well with photochromic lenses, which keep the look light indoors.

• Lenses and coatings
• Grey glasses