What do Elton John, Joe Biden and Gloria Steinem have in common? They’re all fans of a statement pair of sunglasses. There’s only a few wardrobe heroes that, no matter the season, will always make a welcome addition to any outfit. Sleep-deprived? Put on some shades. Feeling sassy? Some stylish frames will amplify your mood. Boarding a plane to the Med? You get the gist.
With bright days of sunshine on the horizon, it is time for an overhaul of your summer kit. SPF is key, as is swimming attire. Beach bags are something to take note of, too, and sunglasses, well, they’re a non-negotiable.
And while the nu supers have given micro frames their fair share of airtime over the past couple of seasons, fashion’s onus is shifting back to classic styles. Cue the Top Gun aviators or Ray Ban Wayfarers.
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With pop culture’s Y2K obsession being moved to the back burner – fret not, cargo pants-lovers, they’re not going anywhere yet – we’re reverting back to fashion that (excuse the cliché) stands the test of time. These styles are not devoid of statement-making qualities, but have a longer, more sustainable shelf life than sartorial one-trick ponies.
Nothing says summer quite like a new pair of sunglasses, so keep scrolling to find British Vogue’s edit of the best sunglasses to invest into now.
Square sunglasses
Oval and round face shapes should opt for rectangular and oversized frames to balance out facial features. Strong and solid styles are the most flattering styles.
Oval and round sunglasses
Square face shapes suit round frames as they soften the edges of your face. Opt for solid styles and avoid angular, thin shades.
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Oversized sunglasses
In the market for a dramatic effect? Oversized styles give you the desired Jackie O look.
Cat-eye sunglasses
Ideal for oblong and diamond face shapes, upswept corners will add width to your face and emphasise your cheekbones.
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D-frame sunglasses
With deeper foreheads, rectangular face shapes usually suit glasses with a strong brow line in a square shape. D-frame glasses are the perfect fit for you.
Aviators all round
Square faces are best suited for aviator sunglasses. If you’re more on the round or oval side of things, it’s best to avoid anything drop-shaped.
