This Season’s Best Sunglasses Have the Cool-Girl Stamp of Approval
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Light lens sunnies have made several appearances over the decades. From the glamorous oversized light lenses of the 70s, over the nose small frames of the 90s, to the blue-tinted aviators of the 00s, lightly tinted sunglasses have certainly had their moment in the limelight.
As the fashion tides have turned, so 2021 has seen the return of the light lens—in an array of vintage styles with a gentle Gen Z makeover.
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To help you stay on-trend, we have rounded up a selection of designer eyewear guaranteed to add a little pop of colour to any ensemble.
Our Favourite Lightly Tinted Sunglasses
Pared Eyewear, Jordan Simek X Pared Eyewear
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Aussie It-girl Jordan Simek has partnered with Pared Eyewear to curate her four favourite colours in the Straight & Narrow frame, each to suit a different mood. Our favourite are these 70s retro caramel/Havana shades.
JORDAN SIMEK X PARED EYEWEAR 01, ($260)
Dior, Diorsostellaire1 Black Square Sunglasses
This standout pair of 70s inspired sunnies from Dior are everything. With an oversized, square shape, black frame and pink-to-yellow shaded lenses, these Italian-made sunnies will add a little sunshine to your winter wardrobe that will last well into the summer.
Dior, DIORSOSTELLAIRE1 Black Square Sunglasses ($530)
Stella McCartney, Aviator-Style Gold-Tone Sunglasses
In our book, Stella can do no wrong, and these gold-tone sunglasses are no exception. The vintage-inspired sunglasses have oversized, aviator-style frames with polished gold-tone metal, pink lenses, and tortoiseshell acetate tips at the arms—eyewear elegance at its finest.
STELLA MCCARTNEY,
Aviator-style gold-tone sunglasses ($245)
Poppy Lissiman, Jimbob in Black/Green
These sunnies from Aussie-born designer Poppy Lissiman bring an added layer of cool. The aviators come in a classic vintage style, crafted in high quality shiny black acetate with contrasting green lens with Category 1 protection.
Poppy lissiman, Jimbob in black/green ($140)
GUCCI, OVERSIZED WIRE SUNGLASSES
You won’t stop seeing the sunny side of life with these chic Gucci yellow-tinted sunglasses. The light-yellow specs come with slender wireframes and the iconic GG motif, complete with cleaning cloth and hard case.
Gucci, Oversized Wire Sunglasses ($555)
Vehla, Dixie in Choc Tort/ Cinnamon
Dixie sunglasses from Vehla are a vintage-inspired aviator made from tortoiseshell acetate, with a subtle cinnamon coloured lens. These are unisex and promise to flatter every face.
Vehla, DIXIE - CHOC TORT/CINNAMON ($140)
CHLOÉ, Round-Frame Gold-Tone Sunglasses
These unique yet elegant Chloé aviator sunglasses come with slender gold-tone metal frames, green gradient lenses and have cut-outs at the arms so you can attach a chain for a little added drama.
CHLOÉ,
Round-frame gold-tone sunglasses ($366)
Lexxola, Jordy in Black Blue
These Jordy sunglasses from Lexxola have Gen Z written all over them. The playful sunnies, handcrafted in Italy, come with a bold black, rectangular frame and light blue CR-30 lenses for 100% UVA & UVB protection on those sunny summer days.
Lexxola, Jordy in black blue ($350)
Now that we’ve got the sunnies covered, have a look at this season’s coolest bag style.
Author Bio:
Jennifer Palframan
Jen is a South Africa born, Sydney-based lifestyle writer and blogger. She is a long-time word lover and storyteller—passionate about travel, tech, fashion, and food.
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