Great vision in any light.
Sun Forge will become our dedicated home for prescription sunwear, thoughtful lens-color choices, and straightforward education about glare, tint, photochromic performance, and outdoor comfort.
More than making a lens darker.
Sunwear should match the prescription, frame, activity, light conditions, and the way the customer actually uses the glasses. Sun Forge is planned as a clear path through those decisions—not a wall of unexplained colors and upgrades.
Our phased launch keeps the dedicated service marked Coming Soon while the complete-pair builder continues to offer the approved sun and color upgrades shown below on eligible orders.
Choose by function first—then appearance.
These are the approved launch prices already used in our complete-pair builder. They are lens upgrades per pair and remain subject to prescription, design, material, frame, and production availability.
Polarized
+$119 per pairPolarization filters intense reflected glare from surfaces such as wet roads, water, snow, and vehicle hoods. Gray and Brown are the available launch colors.
Cherry Photochromic
+$89 per pairPhotochromic lenses darken outdoors in response to light—especially ultraviolet light—and gradually return toward clear indoors. Gray and Brown are available.
Solid Tint
+$39 per pairA solid tint keeps a similar color density from the top of the lens to the bottom. It can be selected for sunglass use, visual preference, or fashion when the chosen density is appropriate.
Gradient Tint
+$49 per pairA gradient is darker across the top and becomes lighter toward the bottom. It can reduce overhead brightness while keeping the lower lens lighter for a dashboard, phone, or menu.
Mirror Finish
+$89 per pairA mirror finish adds a reflective front appearance over a Gray or Brown base. Available mirror colors are planned to include Silver, Gold, Blue, Green, Purple, and Rose.
Backside AR
+$39 per pairBackside anti-reflective coating reduces reflections created when light enters from behind the wearer and reflects off the inside surface of a sun lens toward the eye.
The same color does not perform the same way in every lens.
Color describes appearance; the lens treatment determines the function. Gray or Brown can be photochromic, polarized, tinted, or used under a mirror, but those are different products and cannot be stacked as though they were interchangeable.
Gray or Brown
Gray is commonly chosen for a neutral appearance. Brown can add a warmer view and stronger visual contrast for some wearers. The best choice still depends on comfort, task, and preference.
Eight launch colors
Gray, Brown, Pink, Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple, and G15 are the planned tint colors. Final appearance can vary with lens material, tint density, lighting, and the screen used to preview it.
Start with the job you need the lens to do.
No single sun option is automatically best for every customer or every environment.
| Option | Changes indoors? | Controls reflected glare? | Often considered for |
|---|---|---|---|
| PolarizedFixed sun lens | No | Yes | Daytime driving, water, snow, wet pavement, bright outdoor use |
| PhotochromicLight-changing lens | Returns toward clear | Not the same as polarization | Moving frequently between indoor and outdoor environments |
| Solid TintFixed color | No | No polarization unless specifically stated | Consistent sunglass density, fashion, or color preference |
| Gradient TintDark-to-light fade | No | No polarization unless specifically stated | Overhead brightness with a lighter lower viewing area |
| MirrorReflective front finish | No | Depends on the underlying lens path | Bright conditions and a bold reflective appearance |
Three materials—chosen for the prescription and frame.
Sun Forge will use the same focused material lineup as the rest of our launch: CR-39, Polycarbonate, and 1.67 High Index. The darkest or most expensive material is not automatically the best choice.
Before Sun Forge opens.
These answers describe the current plan. Final availability and ordering instructions will appear before the dedicated service begins accepting orders.
Can I order from Sun Forge now?
Not as a separate dedicated service. Eligible sun and color upgrades can already be added to a complete-pair build on the home page. The full Sun Forge experience remains marked Coming Soon.
Are polarized and photochromic the same thing?
No. Polarization filters reflected glare and remains a fixed sunglass. Photochromic lenses change darkness with outdoor light and return toward clear indoors. Each solves a different problem.
Will photochromic lenses become dark inside a car?
Usually not to the same degree as outdoors. Most windshields block much of the ultraviolet light that activates ordinary photochromic lenses. A dedicated polarized sunglass is often the stronger choice for daytime reflected driving glare.
Can I combine Photochromic, Polarized, Tint, and Mirror?
These are separate sun and color paths in the builder. Incompatible choices cannot be stacked. Mirror uses a Gray or Brown base and already includes Backside AR at no additional charge.
Can polarized sunglasses be used at night?
No. Polarized sun lenses reduce the light reaching the eye and are intended for appropriate daytime outdoor use. Do not wear dark or polarized sunglasses for night driving.
Does polarization provide UV protection by itself?
Polarization describes reflected-glare filtering; it is not the same thing as UV protection. The complete lens specification must be reviewed rather than assuming one feature automatically provides another.
Will the color on my screen match the finished lens exactly?
No. Screen previews are approximate. Lighting, display settings, lens material, tint density, mirror angle, and production can all affect the finished appearance.
Should I ask my eye doctor about sunwear?
Yes. Always consult your eye doctor about your prescription, light sensitivity, eye-health concerns, unusual glare, sudden vision changes, or whether a specific lens is appropriate for driving and other safety-sensitive activities.
Need prescription sunwear before Sun Forge opens?
Start with an eligible complete pair on the home page and choose the available sun option during the lens build. The Lens Guide explains every current option in more detail.