When it comes to finding the perfect pair of sunglasses, the struggle is real. With a toss up between which styles actually suit your face shape, and knowing which trends to try out, it’s can become a minefield. Luckily, though, so many online brands have virtual try-on features so you can see what they’ll look like before you shop. While the face shape issue is fixed, we’re here to solve the trends part. And we’ve had help, as some of our favourite fashion people have already been trying them all out for us.
So, whether you want to dip your toe into the seventies revival with an oversized square pair like @heartzeena, or you want to go wild with 90s coloured frame pairs like @nnenna, these are the 5 sunglasses trends that are set to be huge for spring/summer 2022.
Styles Notes: Giving a subtle nod to the seventies trend, square (or square-ish) sunglasses are a winner. It’s all about that oversized shape like Zeena’s that make them feel retro, and every brand has created an iteration this season.
So similar to Zeena’s.
Try these out with a double denim look.
A spring update on classic tortoiseshell.
You can’t fail with a black pair.
Style Notes: A surprisingly wearable shape, rectangular sunnies (like Rachael’s) can become part of your spring capsule. Just follow this one rule: Opt for a classic black, tortoiseshell or neutral colour that’ll go with all your summery looks.
These will go with every outfit.
This green pair will be less harsh against your face than a solid black pair.
So effortless with a tonal outfit.
So fresh for summer.
Style Notes: Everything 90s is back—from belly chains to mini skirts and coloured sunnies, just like Nnenna’s. It’s all about those plastic frames, but you can opt for a vintage or recycled pair. Whichever hue you opt for, wear them loud and proud with clashing outfits.
No one else will have these vintage Versace frames.
So retro.
The grass is always greener when you’re looking through these Valentino shades.
Wear the Jacquemus way with clashing brights.
Style Notes: Instead of the previous slim, pointed pairs we’ve seen everywhere for years, this time it’s all about more direction shapes. Think squared edges rather than pointed just like Renia’s Bottega Veneta style.
Renia’s sunglasses all come in tortoiseshell.
A go-with-everything pair.
Try these with a white midi dress and fisherman sandals.
Love the pastel blue Fendi logo.
Style Notes: Ray-Ban have been making metallic frame shades for decades, but so many brands have now followed suit. Pernille’s Saint Laurent pair look statement, yet chic at the same time.
