Lobb Optical stocks Carrera frames in Invercargill, giving you access to one of the world’s most recognised sport-heritage eyewear brands. Whether you are looking for prescription sunglasses, bold everyday frames or performance-ready eyewear, the Carrera range covers all three.
A Brand Built on Sport Heritage
Carrera has been shaping eyewear since 1956, when Austrian founder Wilhelm Anger drew inspiration from the Carrera Panamericana motor race to build a brand defined by speed, durability and bold design. The brand began with protective goggles and ski masks before expanding into sunglasses and optical frames, sponsoring events including Formula 1 racing, the America’s Cup and the 1988 Winter Olympics along the way. In 1996, Carrera joined the Safilo Group, one of the world’s leading eyewear manufacturers, bringing greater scale, material innovation and global distribution to a brand already well established in sport.
Designed for People Who Move
Carrera frames are built to perform in high-UV, high-activity conditions which makes them well suited to the New Zealand outdoor lifestyle. The brand patented its Optyl material in 1964, a lightweight, hypoallergenic plastic that adapts to the shape of the wearer’s face over time and holds its form without warping. Combined with polarised lens options and full UV protection, Carrera frames are a practical choice for anyone spending time outdoors.
Key features across the Carrera range:
- Optyl construction – lightweight, hypoallergenic and memory-fit
- Polarised lens options for glare reduction in high-light environments
- Full ultraviolet protection
- Prescription-compatible across the majority of frame styles
- Acetate, titanium and memory metal frame options
Prescription Options Available
Carrera frames are compatible with prescription lenses, including prescription sunglasses, and our team at Lobb Optical can fit your lenses directly into your chosen frame. You will need a current prescription to get started, so if yours is more than two years old, we recommend booking an eye test first.
Frame Styling at Lobb Optical
Choosing the right frame is easier with guidance. Lobb Optical offers a complimentary frame styling service to help you match Carrera frames to your face shape, lifestyle and prescription requirements. Our team works with you in store to find a fit that is both comfortable and right for how you live.