Our verdict
The Sarah is Lensmart's best-selling frame for good reason: a striking oversized square shape with a two-tone tortoiseshell top, a light 26 g TR90-and-metal build and a $14.95 frame price, rated 4.9/5 from 2,226 reviews on the store. It's a large frame (55 mm lenses, 142 mm wide), so it suits medium-to-wide faces best. Check your measurements carefully, because Lensmart's own description gives a different lens height from its spec table, and returns for fit only get a partial refund.
Pros & cons
Pros
- $14.95 frame price (listed regular price $29.95)
- Rated 4.9/5 from 2,226 reviews on the Lensmart store
- Light at 26 g for a large frame
- TR90 and metal construction
- Available in several colors
- Works with single vision, progressive, reading or non-prescription lenses
Cons
- Large size won't suit narrow faces
- Description says 51 mm lens height; spec table says 45 mm
- Lenses cost extra
- Partial refunds on non-quality returns
Overview
The Sarah sits at #1 on Lensmart's best-seller list at the time of writing. It's a large, square women's frame with a bold black front and a two-tone tortoiseshell top edge, and it costs $14.95 for the frame (listed regular price $29.95). On the Lensmart store it's rated 4.9/5 from 2,226 reviews, the most reviews of any frame in Lensmart's top five.
We haven't worn these glasses ourselves, so this review is based on Lensmart's published measurements, policies and customer ratings, and it flags what to check before you order.
Design and materials
The Sarah is an oversized square shape with a slight cat-eye lift at the top corners. Lensmart lists it as TR90 + metal: TR90 is a lightweight, flexible plastic commonly used for eyeglass frames, and the metal accents sit at the hinges and temples. The color we've pictured is Black-Brunette/Spots; other colors are available on the product page.
Size and fit
| Measurement | Sarah |
|---|---|
| Lens width | 55 mm |
| Lens height | 45 mm (spec table) |
| Bridge width | 15 mm |
| Frame width | 142 mm |
| Arm length | 142 mm |
| Weight | 26 g |
At 142 mm wide with 55 mm lenses, the Sarah is a large frame that suits medium-to-wide faces. The 15 mm bridge is on the narrow side, which may matter if you have a wider nose bridge.
Check your measurements first. Compare these numbers with a pair of glasses that already fits you; frame width and lens width matter most. Lensmart's description says the lens height is 51 mm, but its spec table says 45 mm, and Lensmart notes all sizes are measured by hand. If lens height matters for your prescription, for example with progressives, ask Lensmart to confirm before ordering.
Lens options
Like all Lensmart frames, the Sarah is sold frame only and you add lenses:
- Single vision for distance or reading
- Progressive (no-line) or bifocal
- Non-prescription lenses, such as blue-light blocking for screens
Lensmart says its lenses have anti-scratch and anti-reflective coatings and that prescription lenses start at $5. The description mentions "built-in blue light protection", but if you want it, choose a blue-light lens explicitly.
What buyers say
Most of the reviews shown on the Sarah page praise its style, light weight and price. Note that these reviews are hosted by Lensmart itself; for an independent view of the store, Lensmart is rated 4.6/5 from about 11,600 reviews on Trustpilot.
Who should buy the Sarah?
Buy it if you:
- Like a bold, oversized square look.
- Have a medium-to-wide face (or already wear frames around 140 mm wide).
- Want inexpensive prescription or blue-light glasses.
Look elsewhere if you:
- Have a narrow face: the smaller Andrea (138 mm, 15.5 g) may fit better.
- Prefer an acetate frame: see our Sarah vs Sahana comparison.
Buying from Lensmart
Expect 3–5 business days of processing for single-vision lenses, then 10–16 business days with US Standard Shipping ($6.95), or pay for faster options. Orders over $69 ship free. There's a 365-day warranty for defects, but non-quality returns only get a partial refund and you pay return postage. Read our Lensmart review for the full policies, or compare the top five in our best Lensmart glasses guide.
The verdict
The Sarah offers a lot of style for $14.95, a light build and excellent ratings on the store. It's a large frame, though, so measure carefully, and remember that a return for fit won't get all your money back.
Specifications
| Shape | Square (oversized) |
|---|---|
| Material | TR90 + metal |
| Frame size | Large |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Lens width | 55 mm |
| Lens height | 45 mm (spec table) |
| Bridge width | 15 mm |
| Frame width | 142 mm |
| Arm length | 142 mm |
| Rim | Full-rim |
| Rating | 4.9/5 (2,226 reviews on Lensmart) |
| Price | $14.95 frame only (was $29.95) |
