Ray-Ban Wayfarer Size Guide: 50 vs 54, New Wayfarer and Mega

The Wayfarer is the easiest sunglass to love and the easiest to get wrong. Order the wrong size and it either pinches behind your ears or slides down your nose by lunchtime.

Here’s how to pick the right Ray-Ban Wayfarer in two minutes, with authentic picks you can order today. Still choosing between shapes? Start with our Wayfarer vs Aviator guide, then come back for your size.

First, read the three numbers

Look inside the arm of any glasses that fit you well. You’ll see something like 50□22 150:

• 50 is the lens width in millimetres (the number people mean by “size”).
• 22 is the bridge, the gap that sits on your nose.
• 150 is the arm (temple) length.

If your current pair fits, match the first number within 2 mm and you’re nearly there.

The four Wayfarers at a glance

RB2140: 50 or 54?

• Choose 50 if you have a narrow to medium face or a lower nose bridge. The 22 mm bridge sits more securely, which matters when you’re sweating outdoors in Dubai.
• Choose 54 if you have a wider face or 50 mm frames feel tight at the temples. The bridge drops to 18 mm, so it sits closer to your face.
• Not sure? The 50 is Ray-Ban’s standard size. The 54 gives the bigger, classic “oversized” look.

See every colour and size in the RB2140 Original Wayfarer collection, or browse all Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses.

New Wayfarer RB2132: 52 or 55?

The New Wayfarer is about 2 to 3 mm shallower than the Original and doesn’t tilt forward, so it blocks more overhead sun. It’s the better choice for smaller faces and for anyone who finds the RB2140 “too much”.

• 52 suits small to medium faces.
• 55 suits medium to wide faces.

Want the classic black and green? The RB2132 901L in 55 is AED 546 and made our luxury sunglasses under AED 1,000 list. More colours are in the RB2132 New Wayfarer collection.

Mega Wayfarer and Folding Wayfarer

The Mega Wayfarer RB0840S keeps the Wayfarer shape but with chunkier, rounded acetate. At 51-21-145 it fits like a medium, so it isn’t actually bigger. It just looks bolder. The Folding Wayfarer RB4105 is the travel pick: it folds into a pocket-size case for carry-on trips.

Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer: Standard or Large?

The same rule applies. If a 50 mm Wayfarer fits you, take Standard (50). If you wear 54 mm or find standard frames tight, take Large (53), which is 6 mm wider hinge to hinge with longer arms. Gen 2 gives up to 8 hours of battery (double Gen 1) and 3K video. For the full line-up, read our Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 models guide.

Compare every frame and lens in the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 collection.

Quick fit check when they arrive

• Your eyes should sit near the centre of each lens.
• The frame shouldn’t be wider than your face. You should be able to fit about a finger’s width at the temples, not a gap.
• They shouldn’t slide when you look down at your phone. If they do, try the smaller size or a 22 mm bridge, like the RB2140 in 50.

FAQ

Which is the standard Wayfarer size, 50 or 54?
The 50 is the standard size and suits most faces. The 54 gives the larger, classic oversized look. Both sizes of the RB2140 901 are AED 588.

What’s the difference between the RB2140 and RB2132?
The RB2140 Original tilts forward and has a taller lens. The RB2132 New Wayfarer is smaller, sits straighter and is more comfortable for most faces.

Are Dubai Optical’s Ray-Bans original?
Yes, Dubai Optical sells authentic Ray-Ban. See our guide on how to spot fake Ray-Ban sunglasses and our checklist for authentic designer sunglasses in Dubai.

Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, Tabby is available at checkout, with delivery across the UAE. It works on every pick here, including the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer.

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