YOUR NEW FAVORITE SUNGLASSES

We hear that you have been asking the big question: where in the world do people get their ultra-chic shades? Rest assured that we have got you covered. Scroll through to check out the frames that are trending for Spring 2023, and feel free to grab some inspiration from the trailblazers of the East and West Coast.


Butterfly Frames

As a member of the round-faced committee, these oversized shades are truly a god-send. The subtle tipped outer corners (resembling that of a butterfly wing), along with the elongated rims make for a flattering sun-protectant by balancing the width of the lower half of the face. Fashion may be cyclical, but we are in no rush to divorce ourselves from the year 2000, and nothing speaks to the y2k aesthetic quite like a Bratz-themed frame. For a more mature look, however, seek out sunglasses that leave the temples bare. Bedazzling has its positives, but for a classic ensemble, lose the crystal accents, and let the lenses do the talking.

Alien Eyes

Make no mistake, these sunglasses will swallow you up, but you will love every minute of it. If the extraterrestrial wave that swept the fashion industry this past season has told us anything, it was that nothing—and I mean nothing—is too radical for the runway, and to that end, the streets of our most beloved cities. Utilizing the current obsession for extreme sizes in our wardrobes, fashion houses have dived headfirst into what has become a “bug-eyed” mania; broadening the span of their lenses, and excising the bulky hinge. Only time will tell if this trend will continue its contact with the style-savvy humans of Earth, or if it will take the next flying saucer out of this world.

Skinny Shades

Every trend has its polar opposite, and nothing is a better match to rival that of the big-and-the-bold, than a pair of lean-and-mean darkened frames. More reminiscent of the 90’s industrial dystopian image, narrow glasses have landed their day in the sun once more. Trend predictions allude to an all-new level of sleekness, with fully blacked-out lenses, and pencil-thin shapes. With warmer temperatures on the horizon, something tells me that these will be a go-to for not only those inclined to the soft-goth resurgence but for supermodels and A-list actors as well.


Athletic Sunnies

It is always nice to show some love to a downplayed trend, while also providing alternatives for those embracing the “anti-outfit” ensemble. Unsure of what makes the cut? Let me clue you in. We are talking about everything encompassing matching Lycra sets, windbreakers, and off-road approved tennis shoes; the entire Sporty Spice package. These sports performance “rainbow” polarized lenses are the quintessential accessory for the athlete straight from her high-impact cardio session, but they also make you look like a million bucks as you bike your daily commute. We have seen the likes of these shades hit the mainstream circuit with celebrities donning cropped puffers and biker shorts in 2022, and we will continue to see them as the weather brightens up.


FEATURED

JIMMY CHOO

Alexis Stainless Steel Butterfly Sunglasses

Jimmy Choo's Alexis sunglasses are crafted with mirrored square lenses finished with a glitter edge. Made in Italy, this metal-framed pair is detailed with logo lettering at the temple and lens. 100% UV protection Mirrored lenses Adjustable nose pads Case and cleaning cloth included Stainless steel

JIMMY CHOO

Macis Swarovski Crystal Acetate/Metal Butterfly Sunglasses

Jimmy Choo "Alexis" sunglasses in stainless steel. Lens/bridge/temple (in mm): 59-18-145. Butterfly frames with glittery panel at end pieces. Plastic nose pads for comfort. Thin, tapered arms. 100% UVA/UVB protection. Made in Italy.

DOLCE & GABBANA

Propionate Butterfly Sunglasses

Dolce & Gabbana butterfly sunglasses in lightweight propionate Lens/bridge/temple (in mm): 53-22-145 Mirror lenses or gradient lenses Logo on temples Thin, tapered arms Style is RX-able 100% UVA/UVB protection.

LOEWE

Inflated cateye sunglasses in acetate

Inflated cateye sunglasses in nylon with LOEWE on the arm. 100% UVA/UVB protection.

OAKLEY

Oakley SUTRO 0OO9406-61 Mask Sunglasses

The Oakley Sutro glasses have been designed with lenses characterized by a sun protection factor of 3 to ensure optimal comfort. You will have an incredible style with these sunglasses shaped encircled and made in o-matter. These sunglasses style sport are of size large.

OAKLEY

Oakley RADAR EV PATH 0OO9211-20 Mask Sunglasses

Enjoy performance paired with revolutionary design wearing the semi-rimless Oakley Radar EV Pitch sunglasses. The taller, shield-style lenses extend the upper visual field and help eliminate blind spots. Unobtainium temple tips and nose pads promise a no-slip grip when wet. The lightweight O-Matter construction makes the Radar Pitch sunglasses flexible and stress-resistant for long-lasting wear, and the high-wrap design offers extra eye protection. The signature eclipse icon at the hinge adds a bit of flash. Take your athleticism to the next level in these fashionable Oakley shades.

CELINE

Rectangular Sunglasses

Bring bold style to your sunny-day look in slim, angular sunglasses crafted in Italy.

GIVENCHY

Day 55mm Square Sunglasses

Elongated square frames add modern appeal to these sleek sunglasses with scratch-resistant CR-39 lenses and logo-embellished temples.

 
 

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Abigail Kussow

Somewhere between driving forty-eight minutes to get to the nearest Sephora, and getting a degree in Anthropology, I found myself–-as many of us do– utterly dissatisfied with where I was headed. I would pick up extra hours at the university library because it gave me access to the latest issues Condé Nast had to offer, and I was guilty of the cardinal sin of wearing my favorite pair of sling-back mules in the laboratory. When the novelty of being in academia wore off, I clung to the joy I found in the novels of Joan Didion, and clips of fashion week that trickled down my social media feeds. Hi, I’m Abigail, and like my fellow VS authors, clean beauty and writing are part of the lifestyle. I refuse to divorce myself from monochrome minimalism and subtle plum lipstick. I’m a fervent believer that mascara should be layered on top and bottom. Shoes are just as important as your manicure, and perfume is best when it doesn’t crowd the room. I am the #caférecluse on her 2009-2012 Rachel McAdams aesthetic binge, and I wear it well.

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