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Home • Fashion

12 Statement Sunglasses That Will Complete Every Outfit

These are the moment.
12 Statement Sunglasses That Will Complete Every Outfit
By Jamila Stewart · Updated August 4, 2022
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There are no two ways about it – accessories make the outfit. Indeed, there is nothing like stocking up on new resortwear during the summer and layering pieces doing the cooler months but in every instance, it’s the little trinkets collected in between that bring the outfits to life in the end – Think jewelry, handbags and the real game changers, sunglasses.

If it feels like sunglasses keep getting cooler and cooler, it’s because they are. Fashion’s current obsession with Y2K nostalgia have brought back sassy rimless styles, while the revival of other various eras can be spotted in oversized, ’70s-esque frames, or the dainty lenses of the ’90s. Meanwhile. there’s a biker-aesthetic craze that’s lead to wrap around, motorcycle-style sunglasses becoming one of the longest-standing trends of the past few seasons. If the vast array of trends and options available have shown us anything, it’s that sunglasses allow you to change the entire vibe of an outfit and almost channel an alter-ego, making getting all dressed up (or even casual outfits) that much more fun. Ahead, here are a few styles to upgrade your collection with.

01
01 Jenny Bird The Wrap

With a shade you can’t ignore, and a fashion-forward silhouette, you’ll love Jenny Bird’s take on the sporty sunglasses trend.

Available at Jenny Bird
190 Shop Now
02
02 Dezi Cuffed Sunglasses

Adorned with two metal hoop details on either side, Dezi’s Cuffed Sunglasses are sure to be some of the coolest you’ve seen, and they only get better when paired with fashion-girl staples such as leather jackets and oversized blazers.

Available at DEZI
85 Shop Now
03
03 Quay On The Radio

Cat-eye sunglasses are inherently undefeatable, but this hot pink hue makes these even better.

Available at Quay
65 Shop Now
04
04 DMY BY DMY Valentina Sunglasses

Let these electrifying frames do all the talking.

Available at DMY BY DMY
180 Shop Now
05
05 Banbé The Kendall Sunglasses

Teetering the line between statement and staple, all we know is these will look so good poolside.

Available at Banbé
65 Shop Now
06
06 Oscar x Frank Lil Jet Sunglasses

With these, the sunglasses are the look.

Available at Oscar x Frank
210 Shop Now
07
07 Dime Brunch Sunglasses

Like the name implies, consider these the only finishing touch you need when headed out for mimosas with the girls.

Available at Dime
35 Shop Now
08
08 Elisa Johnson Jane Sunglasses

Elisa Johnson gives this ever-popular silhouette a fresh update with a blue tortoise pattern and blue lenses, and imagine how good they’d look with blue jeans.

Available at Elisa Johnson
140 Shop Now
09
09 Acne Studios Acetate Sunglasses

For when you want to add a little avant-garde into your everyday.

Available at Acne Studios
380 Shop Now
10
10 Feroce Lauren Sunglasses

Feroce’s Lauren Sunglasses give oversized sunnies-lovers the gift of a funky silhouette and a sophisticated color palette.

Available at Feroce
125 Shop Now
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11 Brazy Brozays Tydesio Shades

Brazy Brozays’ sleek and futuristic Tydesio Shades are crafted with aluminum, an unexpected element that will garner you endless compliments every time you pull these out.

Available at Brazy Brozays
120 Shop Now
12
12 Finlay Florence Sunglasses

These slim, partially rimless frames are what you call ‘sleek’.

Available at Finlay
225 Shop Now

TOPICS:  Sunglasses

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