Sun & specialty eyewear

Kids' sunglasses, clip-ons & specialty eyewear

One pair of clear glasses can't cover sun, snow, and the sports field. Here's every kind of specialty eyewear for kids — and when each makes sense.

Sun & UV

Protecting little eyes outdoors

Why UV protection matters

Kids' eyes absorb more UV than adults' — even on cloudy days.

Sunglasses vs. Rx sunglasses

If your child needs correction, regular shades won't cut it.

Photochromic lenses

Lenses that darken in the sun — the honest pros and cons.

2-in-1

Magnetic clip-ons: one frame, two jobs

How magnetic clip-ons work

Prescription glasses that switch to sunglasses in a snap.

2-in-1 vs. separate pairs

One clip-on frame, or two pairs to keep track of?

Murphy vs. Archie vs. Miller

Compare our top 2-in-1 styles by fit and age.

Ski, swim & sports

Eyewear that keeps up

Ski goggles for glasses-wearers

OTG, Rx insert, or contacts — how to choose for the slopes.

Prescription swim goggles

Why contacts and pool water don't mix, and what to use instead.

Sports glasses

What makes sports frames safer for active kids.

Speedy vs. Sonic vs. Sprinter vs. Soren

Compare our sport frames head-to-head.

Buddy-picked

Sun & specialty favorites

Archie 2-in-1 kids glasses with clip-on sun lens
Archie (2-in-1)
Glasses + magnetic clip-on sun lens
Shop Archie
Bodhi kids ski goggles with removable Rx insert
Bodhi
Ski goggle · removable Rx insert
Shop Bodhi
Miles over-the-glasses kids ski goggles
Miles
Ski goggle · fits over glasses
Shop Miles

One frame, every adventure

Explore 2-in-1 magnetic clip-ons that switch from classroom to sunshine.

Shop ShadeBuddies