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Glossy brown acetate glasses with a striped tortoiseshell pattern on a beige background, showcasing a classic rectangular frame style.

Acetate Glasses

Buy 2 & Get 50% Off on 2nd Frame* T&C Apply

Crafted from premium acetate, these glasses offer rich colour depth, exceptional durability, and a polished finish that stands out from standard plastic frames. From bold statement styles to timeless classics, acetate remains one of the most popular eyewear materials available. Buy two frames worth £49.99 or more and enjoy 50% off the second pair.

Acetate Material for Sturdy and Fashionable Eyewear

Acetate is a plant-based cellulose material used to make premium-quality glasses. It’s a more sustainable alternative to plastic, as it doesn’t harm the environment in the same way. However, the benefits of acetate go far beyond the sustainability factor. Known for its strength and durability, it can withstand stress without losing its shape. Acetate is also lightweight, offering all-day comfort. Its biggest highlight is its superior appearance as it's available in a wide range of colours. It’s also possible to achieve glass-like sheen on acetate frames upon polishing which makes it the right choice for making premium quality glasses.

Introducing Specscart’s Wide Range Of Acetate Glasses Frames

Our two in-house brands Tom Archer and Marc Fabien offer a wide range of glasses frames made from acetate material. Tom Archer offers diverse premium styles for an everyday look. You can comfortably find the same Tom Archer frame in five or even more colour options to suit your individual style. The brand features glasses in every possible variation you can think of including different shapes, colours, hues, and patterns for both men and women. 

On the other hand, Marc Fabien introduces bold styles for those who believe in setting their own fashion trends. It features unique designs not seen anywhere else, and intelligent use of different patterns and hues resulting in flawless day-to-night styles.

Why is Specscart a True Choice for Your Eyewear Needs?

We are here to make your eyewear journey comfortable, easy and affordable with innovative designs and patterns in acetate eyewear. You can rely on our premium quality as all our products are handcrafted passionately with utmost accuracy in our state-of-the-art in-house glazing lab in Manchester. Our in-house brands bring premium materials like acetate in thousands of style options for every occasion and appearance. The best part is that we manage to bring the quality of these premium brands at 70% lower prices.

FAQs About Acetate Glasses

What is acetate in glasses?

Acetate is a plant-based material used to make high-quality eyewear frames. Unlike traditional plastic, acetate is lightweight, flexible, and known for its vibrant colours and polished finish.

Acetate glasses are more expensive because they are crafted from premium materials and undergo a detailed manufacturing process. Unlike injection-molded plastic, acetate frames are cut from solid sheets, resulting in better durability, a richer colour finish, and a luxurious feel.

Acetate is hypoallergenic, making it a great choice for those with sensitive skin. Unlike some metal or plastic frames, it rarely causes allergic reactions, making it a safe and comfortable option.

Acetate frames are known for their durability, rich colours, and high-quality finish. They are also lightweight, hypoallergenic, and can be polished to restore their original shine, making them a long-lasting and stylish choice.

Acetate is naturally flexible which allows for a comfortable fit that can be adjusted to suit your face shape. Unlike rigid plastic, acetate frames retain their shape while offering slight bendability for added comfort.

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Acetate full rim round frames in Crystal Clear – FLETCHER 6 by Tom ArcherFLETCHER 6 medium round eyeglasses with spring hinges, 49-20-140 fit

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Clear

FLETCHER 6

£54.99£39.99

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Unisex Black & Teal acetate rectangle frames in medium size – Tom Archer BUSK 7Prescription Rectangle glasses in Black & Teal acetate for unisex (3)

TOM ARCHER

Black & Teal

BUSK 7

£49.99£29.99

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Indigo Blue Rectangular Full Rim Glasses frames-2Indigo Blue Rectangular Full Rim Glasses frames-2

TOM ARCHER

Indigo Blue

TARBOCK 6

£59.99£49.99

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Crystal Maze & Grey Geometric Fullrim GlassesCrystal Maze & Grey Geometric Fullrim Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Maze & Grey

ROUGHLEE 2

£69.99

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Extralarge Crystal Peach Rectangular GlassesExtralarge Crystal Peach Rectangular Glasses

MARC FABIEN

Crystal Peach

ANGERS 2

£79.99

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Black Pilot Round Glasses 1Black Pilot Round Glasses 3

MARC FABIEN

Black

CORTE 2

£79.99

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Black Acetate Rectangle Glasses Frame Unisex-2Black Acetate Rectangle Glasses Frame Unisex-2

TOM ARCHER

Black

WALTON 1

£59.99£39.99

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Crystal Tortoise Square Fullrim Acetate GlassesCrystal Tortoise Square Fullrim Acetate Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Tortoise

EDENFILED 5

£69.99

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Dark Tortoise Chunky Geometric GlassesDark Tortoise Chunky Geometric Glasses

TOM ARCHERExtra PetiteExtra Petite

Dark Tortoise

WINTON 4

£69.99£49.99

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Navy Blue Magnetic Clip-On Glasses – Green & YellowNavy Blue Magnetic Clip-On Glasses – Green & Yellow

TOM ARCHER

Navy Blue

TORKINGTON 2

£59.99

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Amber Yellow Square Geometric Acetate GlassesAmber Yellow Square Geometric Acetate Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Amber Yellow

PATRICROFT 2

£69.99

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Crystal Teal Square Acetate Full-Rim Glasses-1Crystal Teal Square Acetate Full-Rim Glasses-3

MARC FABIEN

Crystal Teal

ANTIBES 5

£79.99

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Dark Chestnut Magnetic Clip-On prescription Glasses – Green & YellowDark Chestnut Magnetic Clip-On prescription Glasses – Green & Yellow

TOM ARCHER

Dark Chestnut

FAIRFIELD 4

£59.99

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Dark Maroon Thick Oversized Rectangular GlassesDark Maroon Thick Oversized Rectangular Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Dark Maroon

HAWKSHAW 2

£69.99

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Havana Tortoise Spring Hinge Rectangular Glasses-1Havana Tortoise Spring Hinge Rectangular Glasses-2

TOM ARCHER

Havana Tortoise

PRESTON 2

£59.99

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Crystal Rose Ombre Clip-On Glasses - Yellow & Dark Grey LensesCrystal Rose Ombre Clip-On Glasses - Yellow & Dark Grey Lenses

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Rose Ombre

CHEESDEN 5

£59.99

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Navy Blue Square Spring Hinges Full-Rim Glasses-1Navy Blue Square Spring Hinges Full-Rim Glasses-3

TOM ARCHER

Navy Blue

INGOL 5

£59.99

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Unisex Black acetate round frames in medium size – Tom Archer HOLLINS 1Acetate full rim round frames in Black – HOLLINS 1 by Tom Archer

TOM ARCHER

Black

HOLLINS 1

£49.99

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Crystal Cyan Thick Rectangular GlassesCrystal Cyan Thick Rectangular Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Cyan

HOSCAR 3

£69.99

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Blue Terrazo Square Fullrim Glasses-3Blue Terrazo Square Fullrim Glasses-3

TOM ARCHER

Blue Terrazo

CIVIGER 4

£59.99

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Colourful Maze Geometric Fullrim GlassesColourful Maze Geometric Fullrim Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Colourful Maze

BALLADEN 3

£69.99

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COLNE 7 Navy Blue & Red rectangle eyewear, medium full rim fitAcetate full rim rectangle frames in Navy Blue & Red – COLNE 7 by Tom Archer

TOM ARCHER

Navy Blue & Red

COLNE 7

£49.99£29.99

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Black And Tortoise Glasses-1Black And Tortoise Glasses-3

TOM ARCHER

Black & Cream Tortoise

MARTON 1

£69.99

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Dark Maroon Red Thick Geometric GlassesDark Maroon Red Thick Geometric Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Dark Maroon Red

HABERGHAM 3

£69.99

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Wren Abstract Square Fullrim Acetate Glasses-1Wren Abstract Square Fullrim Acetate Glasses-2

TOM ARCHER

Wren Abstract

SABDEN 2

£69.99

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Tortoise Cateye Geometric Full-Rim Glasses-1Tortoise Cateye Geometric Full-Rim Glasses-3

MARC FABIEN

Tortoise

TROUVILLE 2

£79.99

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Golden Ochre Thick Round Glasses-1Golden Ochre Thick Round Glasses-2

MARC FABIEN

Golden Ochre

NIORT 4

£79.99

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Acetate full rim rectangle frames in Havana Tortoise – DARCY 2 by Tom ArcherPrescription Rectangle glasses in Havana Tortoise acetate for unisex

TOM ARCHER

Havana Tortoise

DARCY 2

£69.99£49.99

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Orange Tortoise Rectangle Browline Acetate Glasses-1Orange Tortoise Rectangle Browline Acetate Glasses-3

TOM ARCHER

Orange Tortoise

CLEVELEYS 2

£59.99

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DEXTER ST1 Crystal Clear square eyewear, medium full rim fitDEXTER ST1 medium square eyeglasses with spring hinges, 53-19-145 fit

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Clear

DEXTER ST1

£59.99

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Vintage Round Tortoise Shell Glasses-2Vintage Round Tortoise Shell Glasses-2

TOM ARCHER

Navy Blue Tortoise

HALE 3

£49.99£39.99

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Crystal Royal Purple Thick Acetate Fullrim GlassesCrystal Royal Purple Thick Acetate Fullrim Glasses

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Royal Purple

DALE 4

£69.99

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Dark Tortoise Oversized Full-Rim GlassesDark Tortoise Oversized Full-Rim Glasses

MARC FABIEN

Tortoise

BAYONNE 2

£79.99

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Black And White Spectacles-2Black And White Spectacles-2

TOM ARCHER

Black & White

BYLEY 5

£69.99£49.99

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Green Tortoise Round Fullrim Acetate Glasses-1Green Tortoise Round Fullrim Acetate Glasses-2

TOM ARCHER

Green Tortoise

CATTERALL 3

£69.99

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BOSTON 4 medium round eyeglasses with spring hinges, 49-20-140 fitTom Archer BOSTON 4 Navy Blue Round glasses for unisex

TOM ARCHER

Navy Blue

BOSTON 4

£49.99£29.99

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Prescription Cat-Eye glasses in Crystal Pastel Purple acetate for womenTom Archer BELPH 5 Crystal Pastel Purple Cat-Eye glasses for women

TOM ARCHER

Crystal Pastel Purple

BELPH 5

£49.99£29.99

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Honey Tortoise Thick Round Fullrim GlassesHoney Tortoise Thick Round Fullrim Glasses

MARC FABIEN

Honey Tortoise

TAPIE 2

£79.99

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Salmon Pink Oval Acetate GlassesSalmon Pink Oval Acetate Glasses

MARC FABIEN

Salmon Pink

VERDUN 3

£79.99

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Black and Teal Designer Rectangular Glasses frames-2Black and Teal Designer Rectangular Glasses frames-2

TOM ARCHER

Black & Teal

SCORTON 3

£54.99£39.99

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