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The ella

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The ella is made of hand-polished, flexible, and durable acetate.

Series

BFRO Info

Select you previous prescription as you current option and continue to the Top Frame page.

Classic Blue Clear

Available Color options

BFRO Info

Select you previous prescription as you current option and continue to the Top Frame page.

The Prescription Lens Lineup

Here’s our prescription lens lowdown!

Proper selection and use of eyewear is critical to your eye safety. If your occupation, sports, or other activities expose you to the risk of flying objects or physical impact, your eye safety may require the use of special spectacle lens materials. We strongly recommend the use of impact resistant Standard lenses simply because your safety, vision and the health of your eyes is our main concern. Eyeglass lenses made from Basic or Premium materials are not as impact resistant as our Standard material.

Single-Vision

  • For prescriptions from -14.50D to +5.00D
  • These lenses can be made to correct distance, intermediate or near vision as a single focus lens
  • High quality UV-blocking lens materials available
  • Including our premium Anti-Reflection coatings, which are also scratch-resistant and easy to clean

Progressives

  • Our Premium quality varifocals/progressives are made using Digital Freeform Technology
  • These are the upgrade to old bifocals and trifocals
  • If your prescription had an ADD value and you are over 40 these would be ideal for you!
  • All of your visual needs taken care of in one lens, from closely reading a book to cruising down the road, do it all in your varifocal Pair
  • Including our Premium anti-reflection coatings, which are also scratch-resistant and easy to cleans

Readers

  • Magnifying lenses to help you see to read
  • No prescription required, just pick your strength a go!
  • Reading strength from +0.25D to +2.75D
  • Including our premium anti-reflection coatings, which are also scratch-resistant and easy to clean

The Handy Lens Add-Ons

Enhance your Pair with these lens extras!

Proper selection and use of eyewear is critical to your eye safety. If your occupation, sports, or other activities expose you to the risk of flying objects or physical impact, your eye safety may require the use of special spectacle lens materials. We strongly recommend the use of impact resistant Standard lenses simply because your safety, vision and the health of your eyes is our main concern. Eyeglass lenses made from Basic or Premium materials are not as impact resistant as our Standard material.

Blue-Light Filtering

Blue-light lenses filter out potentially harmful rays of visible light that are typically emitted during screen time and by the sun. If you spend a good chunk of time looking at your go-to electronic devices, this lens can reduce your exposure to blue-light and may help with eye fatigue and sleep issues.

Light Responsive

If you’re quickly moving from indoors to outdoors, it can be a hassle to have to swap out your glasses. These photochromic lenses darken when they hit UV light. This tint will deepen as the rays become stronger, making this Pair very practical!

  • Free Standard Shipping on All U.S. Orders

  • FSA & HSA Eligible or Insurance Reimbursement

  • Free Returns & Exchanges

The ella

Series

What are Tops Frames?

Add personality to your Pair with hundreds of swappable Top Frames that instantly snap onto your Base Frame. We have tops in unique patterns, bold colors, Sun Tops, and classics!

How Do Top Frames Attach to Base Frames?

The magic is in the magnets. Two invisible, ultra-lightweight magnets (we’re talking < 1 gram), cover the top left and right corners of the frames, firmly attaching the top frame.

What Are Top Frames Made Out Of?

Durable, injected-molded plastic.

How Thick Are Top Frames?

2mm. Our goal is to have our Pair Family seeing 20–20, so our Tops will not obstruct your vision.

How Heavy is a Top Frame?

The weight of a single Top Frame ranges from 2.6 to 3.5 grams, depending on the model. That’s lighter than a teaspoon of sugar! Our Sun Tops will typically add an additional 2–3 grams due to their lenses.

This narrow, modified cat-eye frame is chock-full of bubbly charm. The ella looks fantastic on most adult faces, and they particularly suit an oval, round, square, heart, diamond, or triangle shape.

  • Frame Width

    134.5mm

    The ella - Rx and Reader

    The width of the frame

  • Lens Height

    36.2mm

    The ella - Rx and Reader

    The vertical diameter of one lens

  • Bridge Width

    16mm

    The ella - Rx and Reader

    The width of the bridge section

  • Lens Width

    51mm

    The ella - Rx and Reader

    The horizontal diameter of one lens

  • Temple Length

    140mm

    The ella - Rx and Reader

    The length of the temple arm, from the front of the frame to the end tip

Overall rating: 4.8398447 / 5 from 4889 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The ella - Rx and Reader glasses feature a narrow, modified cat-eye frame that is highly praised for its unique and flattering shape. Customers appreciate the versatility and fit of the frames, as well as the convenience of interchangeable toppers. The glasses are also noted for their lightweight nature and the variety of beautiful colors available.

Summary topics

  • Frame Shape (8%): Customers loved the shape of the frames, describing it as unique, flattering, and perfect for their style.
  • Interchangeable Toppers (20%): Based on many customers, the general consensus is that the toppers are cute and convenient to switch between.
  • Comfort and Fit (15%): Many customers pointed out that the glasses have a perfect fit and are comfortable to wear. However, some wished for more cat eye styles.
  • Prescription Accuracy (6%): Customers loved the prescription, with many describing it as spot on, perfect, great, and wonderful.
  • Frame Colors (6%): It was highlighted by customers that the colors of the frames are beautiful and perfect for different outfits.

Review topics: [colors, feel, fit, issues, look, shape, style, glasses, quality, customer service, size, frames, weight, fun, design, toppers, versatility, value, flexibility, ella, material, packaging, shade, pair, light, measurements, pattern, ellas, solution, arms].

Review highlights

  • "I love my new glasses." — Heather H.
  • "Fit perfectly, my prescription was perfect, and the frames looked great on me." — Monica
  • "I love my new glasses!" — Christina S.

Reviews

Fun and comfortable

"I finally took the leap and got a pair. I love the color and they are very light and comfortable. I bought a few tops including a sunglasses one and so far I love them all. I usually wear the same pair of glasses for a few years before I have to replace them so the price point here wasn't bad for being able to switch the tops to play with the style."

— Laciebug W. (5/5)

Fantastic !

"First, I must thank PAIR for their amazing support, understanding and prompt customer service. My new glasses fit great and the lenses are perfect. They are lightweight and comfortable. My new reflective sunglass topper is getting great ”cool” reviews from my friends. The topper has strong magnetic ability. I am a very happy long term customer! 😎"

— Debra C. (5/5)

Perfectly Clear Ella Mixed Metal

"I love the Ella Mixed Metal. The clear with the silver arms are classy can be worn with everything. This will be my third Ella frame and my First Mixed Metal. They fit well and all my previous and new toppers fit perfectly!"

— helene w. (5/5)

Such a fun base frame!

"I have been waiting for the purple confetti tortoise to come back in stock for Ellas, and they did not disappoint! They look classy like all tortoiseshell do, but they've got the pop of purple for some fun whimsy. I absolutely love them!"

— Cat O. (5/5)

Ella progressives for the win!

"I was going into this a little skeptical because I figured purchasing progressive eyewear online was going to be a flop. Plus I figured they would not be very good quality and they probably would have the progressive lens in the wrong location. I was wrong on all accounts! I am so happy with this purchase and I am already addicted to buying toppers and I’m sure I will have one for every outfit by the time I’m finished! Already looking forward to my next pair."

— Gina S. (5/5)

Glasses are cute customer services is awful

"The glasses look great. However, their lab was unable to create my daughter's prescription. I agreed to have the frames sent with clear lenses so we could find a local lab to do it. I kindly requested the cost for the RX lenses be refunded. I have made 5 separate contact attempts for this refund and have yet to even receive a response. Moving toward a fraud claim at this point because I can't get anyone to talk to me."

— Dani N. (1/5)

22 days and counting

"Order Ella & toppers 8/3/2026. I wish I could provide a review of my new glasses, but per your tracking website, the shipment has been in pre-transit since 8/17/2926. I also received an email telling me to expect my package by 8/21/2026. Nope. As of today, I still have no updates on my shipment. Very disappointed in Pair for both the delay and the lack of communication. At this point I am going to report this as fraud to PayPal and my bank."

— Roze W. (1/5)

First Timer: Progressive Pride!

"I have been ogling PAIRS for years, sighing over the fun toppers (especially premiums and colourful tops). This year I needed progressives, and my sensitive blue eyes are always crying in the sun so suntoppers were a massive incentive to choose PAIRS, as were the mixed material options. I wear silver jewelry so picked the clear with silver arms, and I chose ELLA for my narrow face (exact same cat eyes as my previous traditional frames, but PAIRS are quite flat where my previous frames had a slight curve. I think the metal arms look a bit more upscale. Really pleased with the progressive lenses, love my toppers. Ella feels playful and feminine. Only downsides: they slide a bit down my nose, as I’m used to traditional metal frames with nose pads. I’m Canadian and paid $20 extra for quick shipping. Arrived a day ahead of expectations!"

— Erin S. (5/5)

Love them

"These glasses look great. If I have to wear glasses these are fun to wear. I love changing the styles. These frames are simple enough to wear with sweats but add enough class I can wear out on a nice evening as well."

— Lara I. (5/5)

Clear-ly the best frames!

"Love the cat eye shape! The clear frames make it easier to show off eyeshadow looks as well! Vintage yet modern simultaneously."

— Amanda A. (5/5)

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