Spring Shopping: Sunglasses

By Amina Akhtar 04/04/11 at 05:25 PM

Start channeling Fall's Navajo trend now with these Southwestern-print shades. Aldo Ginzel sunglasses, $12; available at aldoshoes.com
Wire-framed aviators are always a classic, but add a little spin with some gothic detailing. Cameron sunglasses by Loree Rodkin Eye Couture by SAMA, $435; available at Ilori boutiques, iloristyle.com
This Wayfarer-esque shape has seen a resurgence in popularity over the last few years. Up the cool factor a notch with a glow-in-the dark version. Converse Lineup, $59; available at converse.com
Kate Spade offers up large frames that fit smaller faces, which means you can skip the bug-eye look. Kate Spade Alberta, $128; available at solsticesunglasses.com
Who wants to blend in with the crowd? Prada's Minimalism Baroque frames more than stand out from the pack. And that's just how we like them. Prada Minimalism Baroque, $390; available at select Prada boutiques.
These frames are at once modern and retro, and so very fun. Karen Walker Number One in Crazy Tortoise, $180; available at gargyle.com
For those who prefer larger-than-life glasses, these Alexander McQueen shades offer a lot of coverage‚ and then some. Alexander McQueen in Salmon Brown, $360; available at solsticesunglasses.com
Oliver Goldsmith's frames are real vintage styles; the brand reissued their handmade '80s designs. Oliver Goldsmith Tutti glasses, $360; available at Artsee, 863 Washington St., New York, 10014; 212-414-0900
The Row's circle frames are a new take on the John Lennon look. The Row, $410; available at therow.com
Nothing is as glam as Versace. These mirrored shades are pure excess, in the best possible way. Versace Catwalk Sunglasses, $245; available at select Versace boutiques, 888-721-7219
Go retro with Dior's oversize frames. The detailed corners set these apart from the rest of the big-shade club. Dior, $275; available at solsticesunglasses.com
The season wouldn't be complete without a pair of Marc by Marc Jacobs frames. The black and white stripes add a new spin to a classic shape. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $130; available at Marc by Marc Jacobs stores
Anna Sui's gradient shades come in warm hues that flatter many a skin tone. Anna Sui Eyewear, $189; available at Anna Sui NYC, 212-941-8406

That giant ball of fire in the sky is a delightful reminder that it's warming up outside and that those dreary, cold days of winter are behind us (almost). And with the gorgeous spring days come our favorite accessory: sunglasses!

Specs were an official It item on the Spring runways, showing up everywhere and in every conceivable shape. Which is great news for you: Who doesn't like options?

From Prada's baroque frames (for the truly daring) to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen–approved (and –designed) circular frames, to glow-in-the-dark glasses by Converse, we picked the best shades on offer. After all, if you can't look chic while fighting harmful UV rays, what's the point?

Check out our picks for the best sunglasses of the season!

Oliver Peoples, Marni, The Row, Ralph Lauren

Sunglasses by The Row
Sunglasses by Agent Provocateur

FashionEtc.com April 24th, 2024

Spring Shopping: Sunglasses

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