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Sunglasses in Pittsburgh

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Sunglasses FAQs

What are the benefits of photochromic sunglasses?

Photochromic lenses (with or without prescription) adjust to brightness. They darken as you step outside on a sunny day and get lighter when you go indoors. This means that you can wear the same glasses everywhere without having to switch from regular glasses to sunglasses.

Are sunglass lens coatings worth it?

While sunglasses provide plenty of protection for your eyes, lens coatings add even more benefits. You can choose anti-reflective coatings to cut down on glare and make driving safer. Tinted sunglasses can help you see colors and detail more distinctly. Scratch-resistant coatings help prevent damage so you can enjoy your shades for longer.

Is it OK to wear sunglasses with contacts?

Unless your contact lenses provide 100% UV protection — most don’t — always remember to don your sunglasses before heading outdoors. Sunglasses with 100% UV protection screen out harmful rays and winds that tend to dry out your eyes more quickly. This is good news for contact lens wearers who run the risk of developing dry eye symptoms.

How to tell if sunglasses have UV protection?

To make sure that your sunglasses block 100% of UVA and UVB rays, make sure to purchase your shades from a licensed optometrist.


Find Your Perfect Sunglasses

Whether you’re lounging by the beach or driving through town, our designer sunglasses will bring the perfect fit and quality feel to whatever you have planned for the day.

Want to customize your shades? Ask us about tinted lenses, polarized, photochromic lenses, and so much more!

Know your options! Tinted lenses, polarized lenses, photochromic lenses that turn dark in the sun, and more!

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How Do I Choose the Right Sunglasses?

To select your perfect sunglasses, consider the following:

  • Frames

    You want your sunglasses to last, so choose durable, high-quality frames. Whether you choose plastic, acetate, aluminum, stainless steel or even wooden frames, make sure that the frames fit well, look good, and are comfortable to wear.

  • Lenses

    Lenses correct your vision, protect your eyes and enhance your style. Always choose lenses that screen out 100% of UV rays. You can also choose special features like anti-glare, polarized shades or tints. To prevent damage, select durable lenses.

  • Shape

    Sunglass shapes not only express your unique style; they provide a protective barrier against the elements. Wrap-around sunglasses shield your eyes from wind and flying debris. The right frames also complement your face and help you bring your best features forward.

  • Prescription

    Once you’ve undergone an eye exam, you can purchase sunglasses with the same prescription as your regular glasses. Wearing prescription sunglasses allows you to enjoy the outdoors while protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays.


Some popular brands we carry

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*Brands may vary. See store for full details.


Enjoy the best in fashion and eye care with our selection of high-quality sunglasses.

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Need prescription glasses? We provide:

  • A comprehensive eye exam
  • Consultation and selection
  • Prescription sunglasses fitting

Contact us or come by VisionMakers - Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh today!

(412) 788-4664

Patient Reviews
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- Jun. 07, 2025
Great staff! Quick visits and everyone is so friendly
- Jun. 01, 2025
Highly recommend, very pleased all around
- May. 25, 2025
Very helpful and friendly service from Dr. Emma Thompson
- May. 22, 2025
Great place, Dr. Thompson is amazing! She explains all the information in a clear way. The staff is ... so friendly and fun!
- May. 20, 2025
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Very efficient. Doctor was very knowledgeable, thorough and friendl... y. I highly recommend this business!
- Mar. 26, 2025
Great customer service!
- Jan. 18, 2025
I had an excellent exam! Doctor and staff were thorough and friendly. My new glasses are perfect !
- Jan. 12, 2025
Very helpful staff and very professional staff.
- Jan. 10, 2025
Always very nice and helpful to me!
- Dec. 13, 2024
Every one that works at VisionMakers are extremely friendly and helpful love my experience with all ... the staff members and the DR.
- Dec. 05, 2024
Fast, Easy, And friendly service. Got Glasses mailed to me with no problems.
- Nov. 18, 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff
- Nov. 01, 2024
I used to come to VisionMakers until I graduated college in 2013 due to my parents using them while ... growing up. Recently I returned to the area due to difficult circumstances and reached out to them for help. VisionMakers, Maggie in particular went above and beyond to help me out. She was so thoughtful and caring and it showed. You can really tell how good a business or branch is based on the people that work there and from my experience today, words honestly can’t describe the warmth and care this branch gives out.
- Oct. 26, 2024
Loved the friendly atmosphere! The staff and doctor made me feel comfortable. The staff helped me w... ith making sure my insurance was correct the spelling of my name was incorrect. They helped me also picking out glasses which I truly appreciated !! The doctor was so sweet and answered any questions I had for her! I felt comfortable!
- Oct. 24, 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff. Doc was great.
- Aug. 21, 2024
Dr. Emma Thompson is very kind and understanding. As a college student suffering from Dry Eye with n... o insurance, she has been very helpful in minimizing my required medication and appointments. Overall a very positive and kind woman! Recommend 🙂
- Jul. 04, 2024
Very friendly, very helpful and accommodating highly recommend!
- Jun. 13, 2024
Continue the great work!
- Jun. 07, 2024
Great place for glasses I would recommend them
- Mar. 27, 2024
I absolutely love my new glasses! Jess is fabulous and very intuitive. She has a great sense of what... the clients styles are. She helped me pick my glasses out. She was very patient and understanding with my own indecisiveness. They were all so kind towards me. The Doctor was very thorough and explained everything to me as she did the exam. I have been worrying about possibly having an underlying issue with my eyes the last yr.. yr and a half. But unfortunately I’m just getting old and need readers (in my own words ofc)😆. I read a lot and evr since I’ve been trying to read with my glasses on it makes such a difference. I don’t get the headaches I was getting and the blurry vision afterwards is gone. Also the woman at the front desk that does the scheduling was just a very nice and helpful person. Oh and I dnt want to forget about the 1st woman I seen that did the picture of the back of my eyes and the vision test.. she’s the best! She helped me SO much and was just a joy to talk to while I was with her. It’s like a big family there. The staff is what makes Visionmakers. Truly top tier. I would recommend this office to a family member. Thanks Jess and all the women at Vision makers that I seen that day!🥰. Ps I apologize for being horrible with names!🤦🏼‍♀️

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Sunglasses in Pittsburgh

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Enjoy the best in fashion and eye care with our selection of high-quality sunglasses.

(412) 788-4664