Polo Ralph Lauren
Polo Ralph Lauren is classic American tailoring, translated into eyewear: considered acetates, fine metal frames and shapes designed to look as right in ten years as they do today, usually with the pony placed discreetly on the temple.
The story
Ralph Lauren founded his company in New York in 1967 with a line of ties under the Polo name, and Polo became the core of the brand: preppy, sporting and quietly confident. The eyewear, made under licence by EssilorLuxottica, carries that through with panto and round acetates, squared frames, keyhole bridges and sunglasses with the same tailored feel.
Signature models we stock
Polo optical frames start at £106.99 and sunglasses at £116.99. A few to start with:
How to choose your size
Inside the temple of every frame you will find three numbers, for example 50-20-145: lens width, bridge width and temple length, in millimetres. The quickest way to choose is to compare with a pair that already fits you. Our size guide explains every number, and each product page lists the overall frame width as well. Polo has one of the widest size spreads we carry: optical lens widths from 46 to 59, and frame widths from 124 to 139 mm. The PH2083, for example, comes in 46, 48 and 50, which makes it a rare classic panto for a narrower face.
Lenses we fit
Every eligible frame can be fitted with single vision optical lenses, made to your eye-test results by our specialist glazing lab: clear lenses in four thicknesses (1.5, 1.6, 1.67 and 1.74), Transitions® lenses that darken outdoors, polarised sun lenses, solid or gradient tints and mirror finishes. Every lens includes scratch-resistant and anti-reflection coatings, with optional upgrades to SILVER (adds anti-static and UV protection), GOLD (adds a blue-light filter) and PLATINUM (adds enhanced contrast for day and night driving). The lens builder on each product page only shows the options that work for your numbers, and clear lenses start from £59. Acetate frames like the PH2083 and PH2297 hold thicker lenses well, so they are a good choice if your numbers are on the stronger side.
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Frequently asked questions
Are your Polo Ralph Lauren frames authentic?
Every frame we sell is authentic, sourced directly from the manufacturer as an authorised UK stockist, and covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
What is a keyhole bridge?
A bridge shaped like an upside-down keyhole, so the frame rests on the sides of the nose rather than across the top. It is a classic detail on Polo acetates and suits many low or narrow nose bridges.
Can I put optical lenses in Polo sunglasses?
Most Polo sunglasses and every eligible optical frame can take single vision optical lenses made by our specialist glazing lab, as clear, Transitions®, tinted or polarised lenses.
What is the difference between Polo and Ralph eyewear?
Polo is the tailored, classic line; Ralph by Ralph Lauren is the lighter, more colourful and more fashion-led line at a lower price.
How long does delivery take?
In-stock frames are despatched within one working day; frames we order in from the brand take 7–10 working days. If you add lenses, they are made to order: allow 7–10 working days before despatch. Delivery is free and tracked on every UK order.