It's easy to play it safe when it comes to sunglasses. You find the frames that work with your face and buy a pair, lose a pair, repeat.
But why not try something new? In fact...try something extra. Like those super skinny frames every celeb has been wearing, or '80s ski-mask style lenses. What if your sunglasses are the statement?
With this sunglasses guide we're bringing you six tricky trends and giving you the style tips you'll need to pull them off. Because much like yourself, those wayfarers could use a vacation.
On Hannah: Dolce & Gabbana top, sunglasses and earrings. On Lucy: Planet-I sunglasses. On Puck: Calvin Klein 205W39NYC sunglasses
These sunglasses are destined to be the star of your look, so you have two options when dressing around them: Lean into the crazy with an OTT outfit or tone down your style and let the frames really shine. Either way, these aren't for the wallflower type of gal. Expect lots of stares, questions about where you bought them, and friends who'll also want to give them a spin.
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On Puck: Louis Vuitton jacket and sunglasses, Agmes earrings. On Lucy: Opening Ceremony t-shirt, Agmes necklace, Poppy Lissiman sunglasses. On Hannah: Nanushka t-shirt, Agmes necklace, Poppy Lissiman sunglasses.
Whether or not you'll regret the skinny trend is a problem your future self can deal with. For now, get obsessed, because with this trend it's not about how "flattering" they are, it's about saying, "I have the confidence to pull off weird styles and DGAF what anyone thinks!" First spotted at runway shows like Louis Vuitton and Prada, the options now go far beyond designer wares. Among our favorites is Poppy Lissiman, who amassed a cult following for her under $100 frames, with fans that include Rihanna, the Hadid sisters, and soon enough, you.
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On Hannah: Gucci sunglasses, HVN dress. On Puck: HVN dress, Saint Laurent sunglasses. On Eliza: HVN dress, Takesh sunglasses.
You loved heart-shaped sunglasses when you bought them from the dollar store as a kid, and be honest, you probably still love them today. And with good reason: The style works on most face shapes, because it's a kitschy, face-flattering version of a cat-eye style. Play into the saccharine look and go full-on feminine with flirty print dresses and a bubblegum pink pout.
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On Lucy: Topshop jacket, Alison Lou earrings, Max Mara sunglasses. On Hannah: American Eagle jacket, Alison Lou earrings, Krewe sunglasses. On Puck: Opening Ceremony top, Alison Lou earrings, Miu Miu sunglasses. On Eliza: Mr. Larkin dress, Alison Lou earrings, Ray-Ban sunglasses.
Technicolor dreams are made of these cotton candy lenses. The easiest of the trends to try, pick your favorite sunglass shape then experiment with color. Take things to the next level and wear the rainbow: colorful lenses, graphic liner that will pop behind your glasses, and brightly colored denim.
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On Eliza: Dior coat, necklace, and visor, The North Face jacket, Westward Leaning sunglasses. On Puck: Nike jacket, Oakley sunglasses. On Lucy: Tibi floral jacket, Nike jacket (layered underneath), Oakley sunglasses.
Yes, Dad Style is still having a moment (see dad jeans, dad shoes, dad bods) so it's no surprise that dad shades are a thing. Once seen only on the sidelines of your little sister's soccer game, brands like Dior, Stella McCartney, and Fenty x Puma are all taking the style for a high-fashion run. Team your frames with a chic track jacket, and if you're feeling extra paternal, a lanyard so you can wear them around your neck.
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On Eliza: Rhode Resort dress, Agmes earrings, Marni sunglasses; On Lucy: Doen top, Bottega Veneta sunglasses; On Hannah: Loveshackfancy top, Chloé sunglasses.
Fashion's love of the '70s knows no bounds, so the return of this era's oversized shapes is long overdue. This time around, the version is distinctly glamorous: Think gold-rimmed aviators, bedazzled acrylic cuts, and tortoise-shell butterfly shapes. Play into the decade with on-trend bohemian dresses and hair worthy of a Charlie's Angel, but keep your skin bronzed to maintain a modern look.
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