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Frames in extra small to extra large. Goldilocks would have a lovely time.

9.5 out of 10 people would recommend Cubitts. We're working on the other 0.5.

Frames in extra small to extra large. Goldilocks would have a lovely time.

9.5 out of 10 people would recommend Cubitts. We're working on the other 0.5.

Tortoiseshell spectacles

Discover timeless elegance with our Tortoiseshell Spectacles. Made for those seeking a classic yet distinctive look, these frames will add warmth and depth to any style.

Sometimes written as two words — tortoise shell — this warm, mottled pattern has been a mainstay of eyewear design for over a century. At Cubitts, our tortoiseshell (or tortoise shell) frames are hand-finished in acetate, layering rich browns and ambers to create a pattern that's never quite the same twice.

Tortoiseshell spectacles

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[Colour: Gold]
Wakefield
£175

Wakefield

[Colour: Beechwood]
Attneave
£175

Attneave

[Colour: Azure Turtle]
Merlin
£175

Merlin

[Colour: Almond]
Bradley
£175

Bradley

[Colour: Olive]
Cruikshank
£175

Cruikshank

[Colour: Stone Blue]
Georgiana
£175

Georgiana

[Colour: Camo]
Calthorpe
£175

Calthorpe

[Colour: Dark Turtle]
Tiber
£175

Tiber

[Colour: Black]
Kerwick
£175

Kerwick

[Colour: Emerald Rush]
Blundell
£175

Blundell

[Colour: Gold]
Beaconsfield
£175

Beaconsfield

[Colour: Slate]
Bidborough
£175

Bidborough

[Colour: Khaki]
Grimaldi
£175

Grimaldi

[Colour: Beechwood]
Hemingford
£175

Hemingford

[Colour: Blue]
Anson
£175

Anson

[Colour: Matte Black]
Eckford
£175

Eckford

[Colour: Black]
Kingly
£175

Kingly

[Colour: Khaki]
Aldenham
£175

Aldenham

[Colour: Honeycomb]
Frederica
£175

Frederica

[Colour: Black]
Compton
£175

Compton

Our Promises

Forever frames

We make frames to last a lifetime, marrying traditional techniques and modern technology. A slower approach to spectacle making, but a better one, allowing the frame to be worn, serviced, and repaired for a lifetime.

Precision lenses

Cubitts frames are fitted with the highest quality ZEISS Clearview lenses. We won’t charge you extra for the necessities. Our lenses include ZEISS DuraVision® coatings as standard, with antistatic, hydrophobic, scratch resistance, anti-reflective, and UV protection.

Superlative service

Our spectacles and sunglasses are made to last a lifetime. We offer repairs, lens changes and adjustments for life, as well as complimentary cleaning cloths, and a frame service after one year of use.

Sensible pricing

Buying spectacles should be a transparent and fair process. We offer three standard pricing levels, with lenses included. Acetate and steel (£175), titanium (£275), and Bespoke (£375). All our frames include shipping, no-quibble returns, and a 2 year warranty, including our ZEISS anti-scratch policy.