Carrera Safari

A time ago, there was something of a style revolution in designer sunglasses and it started with designs like Carrera Safari.

The cutting-edge flare of Carrera’s eye-catching designs was a hit, catching the eye of Christina Aguilera, Rihanna and Alicia Keys to name a few. And it’s probably thanks in no small part to this celebrity following that Carrera Safari has become one of our bestselling Carreras.

A retro twisted aviator, Safari captures the essence of Carrera with its neat frame shape and racing stripes arms. The nose bridge features that instantly recognisable Carrera elongated oval detail that speaks only of Carrera.

Carrera was borne of the road and some of the world’s most elegant races. It’s steeped in the heritage of the Pan American Road Race, held annually in Mexico and the tech in the sunglasses matches such a strong technical background. Originally strong in winter sports, where the going is tough, Carrera has taken that idea on its journey and today instils the same principles in the lifestyle eyewear. With your Carrera Safari you’ll get maximum clarity and maximum protection and maximum comfort. What it all amounts to is maximum performance in a pair of sunglasses.

Carrera Sunglasses

Everyone wants to be seen in Carrera, with A-Listers making Carrera number one on their speed dial for a sunnies update, Carrera has seriously cool credentials.

The Carrera Sunglasses Story

Carrera goes as far back as 1956, it was originally created as a motorcycle and ski helmet brand, a story of success driven by eye-catching flare and innovative design. It was founded by Wilhelm Anger and was inspired to name the brand after Carrera Panamericana automobile race that took place in Mexico. Carrera first became famous for its collaboration with Porsche, showcasing its knowledge in racing sunglasses, with racers and sports enthusiasts in mind.

Why Choose Carrera Sunglasses?

Offering high performance products which still today retain their original on-the-road dynamic appeal, with cutting edge design and contemporary style. Over the years Carrera has focused on creating a great pair of sunglasses that offer everything you could need with design and technical innovation. Carrera is a prestigious label that represents a dynamic lifestyle, ensuring total comfort and maximum performance.

Carrera collections prove a global success, which are highly recognisable for their distinctive designs and details. Inspired from the successful designs that were launched in the 1980s for their innovative shapes, bold personality and inimitable colour palette. Carrera has earned a legendary reputation with celebrities such as Victoria Beckham and Lady Gaga donning these stylish shades. Not just for the fashion conscious celebrity Carrera has leant a helping hand to the world's greatest champions to victory in various sports. The brand’s skill of combining practicality with style has resulted in a range of unique frames with an exclusive fusion that appeals to both men and women.

From the classic sporty aviator to the fashion forward oversized sunnies, Carrera has a shade to suit all. Subtle embellishments create eye-catching highlights to their energetic designs, they are timeless classics that will ensure a style statement.