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The Sunglasses Trends You'll Be Seeing Everywhere This Summer

Not all shades are created equal - by Pema Bakshi
  • 03 Dec 2020
The Sunglasses Trends You'll Be Seeing Everywhere This Summer

It's officially summer down under, which means we're about due for a new pair of sunglasses (so we tell ourselves). 

And if you thought that not a lot of thought need go into shopping for such a small accessory, then we're here to tell you that there's a lot more to sunglasses than meets the eye (pun intended). 

The right pair can not only flatter your face, keep your eyes safe from the harsh rays and set the tone of your outfit, but they're also just a great way to have fun without diverting too far beyond your comfort zone. 

Here are the six eyewear styles we're tipping to be everywhere this season. Scroll through to find the one true pair that will see you through summer and beyond—if chosen wisely.

Aviators

sunglasses trends aviators

@vehlaeyewear

Aviators may have been retired some while ago, but are back in a big way this summer. We're particularly loving the thick-framed styles that dial up the '70s essence of this iconic shape. 

vehla eyewear sunglasses

Vehla Dixie Sunglasses In Choc Tort/Cinnamon, $180; vehlaeyewear.com

bottega veneta aviator sandals

Bottega Veneta Aviator Sunglasses, $480; matchesfashion.com/au

Rectangle

sunglasses style rectangle

@alyssainthecity

Arguably the biggest trend in sunglasses this past year has been the rectangle silhouette. Hitting that sweet spot between the oversized and mini '90s sunglasses, this is the shape that works with any outfit.

We love the all-black Matrix-style look that is a favourite of Kendall Jenner's, but coloured varieties are a great way to soften the look. 

zimmermann

Zimmermann Fortune Sunglasses, $330; zimmermannwear.com

reality eyewear x ray specs

Reality Eyewear XRay Specs Sunglasses, $95 AUD Approx; realityeyewear.com

crap sunglasses

Crap Eyewear The Paradise Machine Sunglasses in Crystal Sunflower, $79; crapeyewear.com

Rimless

sunglasses

@bellahadid

Leave it to Bella Hadid to make us want to wear this uber '00s style again that we thought we had retired long ago.

While they definitely fit into a more daring aesthetic, the shape is pretty universally flattering.

giant vintage sunglasses

Giant Vintage Monster Rimless Sunglasses in Purple, $22; giantvintage.com

le specs sunglasses

Le Specs Adolfo Sunglasses, $89; lespecs.com

oliver peoples rimless sunglasses

Oliver Peoples Daveigh Rimless Sunglasses; theoutnet.com

Granny-Style

sunnies granny style square sunglasses

@accidentalinfluencer

Just like sweater vests and oversized collars, square glasses are part of the growing collection of trends taken straight out of grandma's closet. 

This style works best when the lenses are a little more translucent, making them a little more chic than shabby. 

celine sunglasses

Celine Square Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, $510; matchesfashion.com/au

chimi sunglasses

Chimi Voyage Square Sunglasses, $120; farfetch.com/au

free people sunglasses

Free People Sugar Oversized Sunglasses, $34; freepeople.com

Bold Lenses

dua lipa sunglasses

@dualipa

And speaking of lenses, 2020 has been the year of the bright tinted lens. Shades can range from an eye-popping neon yellow to a more muted red, but either way, they certainly pack a punch. 

Poppy Lissiman sunglasses

Poppy Lissiman Marteeni Sunglasses in Lilac, $135; poppylissiman.com

karen walker sunglasses

Karen Walker Bishop Sunglasses, $250; davidjones.com

quay sunglasses

QUAY Australia Anything Goes Sunglasses, $39; theiconic.com.au

Arm Detailing

sunglasses imaan

@imaanhammam

Maybe it's thanks to the logomania phenomenon that's gained momentum again in recent years, but another trend we've picked back up  is arm detailing. Let your side-eye make a statement with these styles.

versace sunglasses

Versace VE4361 Sunglasses, $390; sunglasshut.com/au

Dior sunglasses

Christian Dior CD000710 Sunglasses, $360; sunglasshut,com/au

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