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When it comes to the pastel sunglasses trend, many people ask 'what color suits me?' and automatically assume that pale shades will wash them out. However, quite the opposite is true. Blondes, redheads, and those with fair complexions look good in soft pink, pale blue, and soft greens such as mint or sage while lucky brunettes can wear most colors. Those with darker complexions can have fun with sunshine yellows and soft violet for eye-catching sunglasses.
Simon Jablon, Creative Director for Linda Farrow, confirms pastels are a key look when it comes to the latest sunglasses trends:
"For 2022 we focussed on a soft pastel trend for our hero acetate styles leading with a lavender, peach, and sky blue color palette. We’ve seen over recent years that our customers are more and more experimental when it comes to colors, opting to color block and match their outfits rather than going for the traditional black or tortoiseshell every time".
The 1970s are the decade that never goes out of style and that certainly applies to sunglasses trends - the oversized frames of this decade are a style perennial to this day. Designer sunglasses by Chloé are the brand of the moment to shop if you’re looking for an investment pair.
Natasha Luthra advises there are a lot of feminine styles to choose from when it comes to this trend, "as always, a feminine style sneaks in every season and this time it’s the Butterfly shape, a strong chunky style, softens the face and is a natural showstopper."
Try swapping your favorite dark lenses for gradient styles for a speedy sunglasses trend update - with less contrast against your skin than typical dark lenses, they are a great winter option too. With the dopamine dressing trend being a key catwalk look, play with the fashion color trends 2022 when it comes to this style and embrace gradients in various hues.
Simon Jablon says, "more and more we find our customers are requesting lighter tint lenses since the pandemic. We believe this is partly due to masks as people don’t want to be always wearing fully blackout lenses as their whole face is covered."
Natasha Luthra agrees that customer focus has shifted from frames to lenses, "it is all about the lenses, everything from soft blues and pinks to mirror lenses is quite popular, it’s a very easy way to stand out from the crowd."
Statement sunglasses are a great way to add interest to the simplest of outfits - slipped on with your favorite jeans and best cashmere sweater, you'll get a totally fashion-forward look in a jiffy. To make the most of this trend, keep the rest of your look simple and classic and let your sunnies do the talking.
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If you can’t quite stretch to one of the best Gucci handbags, sunglasses are an excellent gateway into designer accessories - Gucci has long been the champion of statement eyewear with embellishment, logos, and thick arms creating stand-out looks.
Marie Wilkinson, Style Director of Cutler and Gross is a fan of statement frames: "Making a statement in sunglasses has been a trend for some time now however you’ll find different people make their statements in different ways. You can make a statement with a colorway that pops and matches your mood or go bold with an oversized and unique shaped frame. If you have doubts about wearing oversized shapes, matching the frame to your hair color or opting for a translucent acetate colorway to balance the depth of the frame, allows the chunky or oversized frame to show without being too prominent or overbearing on the face".
While many of us associate white clothing and accessories with summer, white sunglasses are the ideal style pick-me-up to wear all year round. The light-colored frames help to brighten your visage on even the dullest of days - keep an eye out for styles in thicker frames and with darker lenses for a bold look. If you're getting married in the summer, then some white sunglasses will look fantastic if you're spending extended periods of time relaxing outside. Just make sure to consider the wedding dress trends 2022 before investing, so you can ensure your sunglasses work with your final frock.
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The best designer dress rental services offer you the ability to try before you buy if you're not sure you want to commit to expensive designer sunglasses. Many cyclical fashion models have popped up over the last few years from Rent The Runway in the US to Hurr Collective in the UK.
When it comes to sunglasses trends, there are some frames that never go out of style and that will suit virtually every face shape. The classics are often considered the best sunglasses to invest in for this very reason. Since James Dean first wore the Ray-Ban Wayfarer in 1955 in Rebel Without a Cause, this classic frame shape has come to be a byword for insouciant cool. Available in three different widths, every face size is catered for and the style also comes in a variety of colors. Try teaming with your best v-neck t-shirt, jeans and a tailored blazer for a timeless, stylish look.
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If you’re looking for a truly timeless pair that works year-round, go for tortoiseshell with green lenses. Plenty of brands have since copied the iconic shape with their own spin so don’t be afraid to either!
Angular glasses are a popular choice amongst the style set, with the Grand Dame of Fashion, Anna Wintour, rarely seen without hers - even on the front row.
Natasha Luthra tells us, 'there are quite a few trends popping up in 2022, one of the strongest is the angular chunky sunglasses, where frontal and temples are artfully crafted in striking shapes and complimented with contrasting colors.'
And Robert Roope, founder of Black Eyewear, is predicting a square sunglasses trend for 2022, "for this year I can see a major trend in large angular and squared frames. If you want to buy sunglasses to make a statement and add more character to your face, you should definitely go for angular and large frames."
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When it comes to angular frames, those looking for sunglasses for round face shapes may find their features sharpened by square styles, while rectangular shapes will balance out longer faces, as seen on Gigi Hadid.
A classic frame shape, cat eye silhouettes are flattering for nearly all faces. A major trend for eyeglasses this year, we're also seeing an uptick, in retro-inspired, cat eye sunglasses. Coming in all the classic tones: tortoiseshell, black, red and spring-ready blues, although this silhouette is on-trend right now, due to its vintage feel, it's unlikely to date anytime soon.
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Think about how wide the frame is when purchasing a cat eye pair of sunglasses. The winged edge can often make the frames appear wider, but they should be around the same width as your face or just a bit beyond. If you really want to lean into the retro feeling of this particular style, look for wingtip detailing, such as an exaggerated point, or opt for some extra dazzle with an embellished pair. Red and black iterations will also channel the fifties look particularly well.
A timeless trend, aviators are always a good choice when it comes to looking for sunglasses shapes to invest in. While they were originally developed in the early 20th century to help pilots protect their eyes and combat glare, they have since become one of the most iconic and enduring sunglasses trends of all time. And due to its cult status, there are plenty of options available at a host of price points.
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You might also need to consider the best prescription sunglasses if you're an eyeglasses wearer. When choosing the best sunglasses trend for this purpose, make sure to pick frames that are thick enough to take your lens prescription. Wire frames, or slim aviators may not be suitable for your prescription, but thicker, acetate or statement frames will adapt more easily.
Sporty sunglasses is a rather wide-reaching trend. From oversized, ski-like goggles, to sleek, go faster, wrap-around iterations, designers really embraced a streamlined style, largely associated with high-performance sports sunglasses. For those looking for sporty options that will also perform when you're out getting active, stick to brands such as Oakley that specifically design for movement. For those that want to simply look like they might be heading off for a high octane workout, there are plenty of fashion iterations to embrace.
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Not ones to shy away from the dramatic, designers interpreted this trend largely through mirrored lenses and oversized mask silhouettes, offering quite a head-turning look. If you're going bold, keep the rest of your outfit neutral and let the sunglasses take center stage.
