Summers and holidays with the kids are a fun combination of ingredients, the recipe for spending quality time as a family and creating special memories. But, they’re not so much fun when you forget about how damaging those UV rays can be when you’re near water most of the day – and when you’re with little ones, that means most of your days are going to be near water, watching them as they splash, swim, and enjoy beach days. 

It’s in those moments the importance of wearing sunglasses becomes clear, and not just any kind but quality sunglasses from tried and tested brands known for the exceptional technologies and designs. Cheap ones aren’t cut out for the needed level of protection from the glare. This is where premium brands like Oakley come to the rescue, in particular their polarised sunnies. 

Is Oakley Polarised Better? 

Yes, and the answer lies all in the advanced HDPolarized technology behind the standout polarised sunglasses Oakley is famous for. What sets them apart from other sunglasses, including other polarised lenses, is in the way they filter up to 99% of the reflected glare without changes in the vision, like distortion, and block UVA, UVB and UVC rays. 

The difference is in the lack of adhesives added to the different layers of lens, which are present in other sunglasses. As such, the result is improvement in clarity in all environments. This makes them ideal especially for people who spend a lot of time on the road, around water or snow, doing outdoor sports since they’re designed to reduce the harsh glare from these reflective surfaces. 

If going through environments with changing light, there are polarised sunglasses Oakley offers with Prism™ lenses, designed to enhance contrast, provide richer and more natural colours and a boost in detail. This being said, they’re the perfect investment for drivers, fishermen, golfers, mountaineers as much as beachgoers, and people into winter trips being surrounded by snowy landscapes. 

With all these advantages, plus the brand’s high definition optics (HDO), this valuable eyewear cuts down on intense reflective light, reduces headaches as well as squinting even in prolonged exposure to bright light. I’m sure most women are going to agree with me on this being a worthy investment in the long run as a solution when it comes to reducing the likelihood of wrinkles like crow’s feet. 

On top of it all, the frames are lightweight and don’t dig into the nose or press behind the ears, so even with long wear you can count on utmost comfort. Additionally, they’re versatile, stylish, easy to wear with various outfits, and made from quality, tough materials, chosen for their durability and capability to withstand active lifestyles. 

No matter what you put them through, whether impact or stress, they’re resistant and performance-ready, designed to last you for years. And, what I love about Oakley sunglasses is that many of the designs, including the polarised, are also fit for interchanging lenses. I find this to be especially useful if you’re up for different adventures and light conditions or you’re going for a range of outfits to mix and match them with. 

How to Know if Oakley is Polarised? 

It’s important to make sure you buy from trusted retailers to have the peace of mind you’re buying original Oakley sunnies. This is important to be certain on the quality, durability, lens technology and benefits plus interchangeability and warranty coverage should something go wrong. With a little research, this is easy to check even when you’re doing the shopping online. 

Next up, when shopping from online retailers, paying attention to the details matters. Take your time and look at the photos provided for the sunglasses to check for a “P” that stands for polarised on the bottom corner of the left lens. The same goes for the “Prism P” technology. This is a surefire sign that you’re buying the real deal. Once you have your preferred choice of sunnies, it’s time to do some testing.

First, you have the screen test which is a standard way of checking lenses for polarisation. It involves holding the glasses about 30 to 45 cm away from a phone or computer screen, and slowly rotating them 90 degrees. With polarisation, the lenses should block out the light or even turn completely dark, whereas when there’s no polarisation there’s no change in them. 

The other test is with removable lenses. Taking the lenses out, you should hold them parallel to each other, rotating one about 90 degrees. Again, if polarised, the lenses should darken or completely block out the light, whereas in case of no change, then it’s a sign of lack of polarisation. 

Browse, research, compare, test and you’re soon to be hooked on this brand with their advanced frames and lenses. I know I am!