Chantelle 988 Petite

Chantelle 988 Petite Prescription Glasses

Rectangular frames are the dependable all-rounders of eyewear. The Chantelle 988 Petite is a unisex full-rim metal rectangular frame, sized 59-13-130, in Blue, Brown or Champagne. You can order it with single vision, progressive or bifocal lenses made to your prescription.

Which colour is you?

Blue. The Blue version is crystal blue. It brings a cool, calm touch of colour that suits most skin tones.

Brown. The Brown version is crystal brown. It warms up the face and sits nicely alongside camel, olive and cream.

Champagne. Champagne is a pale, warm beige. It keeps the look soft and understated, and it works especially well on fair skin.

If you are stuck between two, choose the one closest to the colours you wear most. You can always add a second pair later.

Why you will like it

Rectangular lenses suit round and oval faces, adding a bit of definition. The crystal finish is clear and fresh, and it lets your features take centre stage.

The fine metal arms keep the weight down and look neat from the side. Metal lets the frame stay slim and light while keeping its shape.

It is the kind of frame that works with most outfits, which makes the Chantelle 988 Petite an easy pick for everyday wear.

How to wear it

Choose the colour closest to what you wear most and it will go with almost everything.

Size and fit

With 59mm lenses, this is a larger frame that suits wider faces. The 13mm bridge is narrow, so it sits securely on a slimmer nose. The 130mm arms are a little shorter than standard. Across the lenses and bridge it measures about 131mm.

Not sure about sizing? Compare these numbers with the ones on the inside arm of a pair that fits you well. A difference of two or three millimetres or less usually means a similar fit.

Lens options for the Chantelle 988 Petite

Choose the lens type that suits how you use your glasses:

• Single vision: one prescription for distance, reading or the computer.
• Progressive: near, middle and far in one lens with no line. (In the UK they call them varifocals.)
• Bifocal: a defined reading area at the bottom of the lens.
• Ready readers: simple magnification for close work.

The 34mm lens depth is on the slim side, so single vision or bifocal lenses usually work best. Stronger prescription? A high-index lens keeps things thin and light. An anti-reflective, scratch-resistant coating is worth adding too, especially if you drive at night.

What you need to order

Have your prescription handy before you start. It will list the sphere, cylinder and axis for each eye, and often your PD as well. If your PD is missing, your optometrist can give it to you. Then simply choose your colour and lens type, enter your prescription and add any extras, such as a thinner lens or a coating. You can review everything in your cart before you pay.

Made for you in our UK lab

Every pair is made to order. Our UK optical lab cuts your lenses to your prescription, fits them into your Chantelle 988 Petite and then sends your glasses to you in Australia.

Keep them looking new

Wipe your lenses with a microfibre cloth rather than the hem of your shirt, keep them in a case when they are in your bag, and never leave them on the dashboard on a hot day. Our lens care guide has a few more habits worth picking up.

Your questions, answered

Is the Chantelle 988 Petite suitable for progressive lenses?

The 34mm lens depth is fairly shallow, so single vision or bifocal lenses usually work better.

Is the Chantelle 988 Petite comfortable for all-day wear?

Yes. It is a lightweight frame, and a thinner lens for a stronger prescription keeps the weight down even further.

Is it a large frame?

Yes. With 59mm lenses it suits wider faces.

Will it suit a narrow nose?

Yes. The 13mm bridge is designed for slimmer noses.

What does crystal mean?

A clear, see-through finish.

Who glazes my lenses?

Our own optical lab in the UK. Your lenses are made to your prescription and fitted into the frame before your glasses are sent to you.

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