Praise Hands, Big Sunglasses Are Back

Beyoncé was ahead of the curve when she wore a similar pair in June 2019. Make like Queen B and lean into a glitzy metal accent.

You prefer a sheer pop of color? (Of course you do.) Luckily, this pale pink shade is pretty versatile, so you won’t have to worry about clashing when you throw them on before running out the door.

So retro they might be mistaken as a vintage find find by way of Studio 54. But don’t worry, these babies will come out of the box in mint condition.

The best cheap sunglasses (in our expert opinion) come from Urban Outfitters. At $16, you can feel OK passing these on to a friend if you don’t love them. But if you do adore them, you’ll know that these quality glasses can be thrown into your bag and make it out alive for at least a few months, even if you forget a case every time.

Another pair from Urban, these remind us of a sunset over Napa Valley—and they cost less than a glass of California sauvignon blanc. We’ll drink to that.

Don’t let the graduated lenses and clear acetate scare you. These guys are surprisingly easy to wear with a white T-shirt and jeans or even a gray cashmere sweater.

The geometric frame and subtle flash of gold make these Valentinos feel dramatic and moody—not unlike an episode of The Hills.

Are these wild? Absolutely. And that’s why we like them. For a fraction of the price of Gucci, you can rock the brand’s signature over-the-top sparkle while paying homage to Elton John.

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If people tend to describe your style as “classic with a twist,” well, these Warby Parkers were designed with you in mind. The slightly curved cat-eye silhouette gets a fresh shade of forest green that feels a little bit edgy, a little bit prep.

If you can’t decide between acetate and wire frames, don’t. Just get this pair of Gigi Studios glasses that combine both in one cute package. We love how the tortoiseshell detail is isolated in the far corners of these frames—a style we’ve never seen before.

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You know and love the classic cat-eye shape. Now it’s time to upgrade to something that covers a little more of your face.

If you want to really dive into the oversize trend, these Dior sunglasses will help. They’re so dang big that the lenses actually wrap around your head. (And they also come in four muted pastel shades).

Still hanging on to the oval-shaped Ray-Bans with a wire frame? Same. But we’re also adding this square shape to our rotation. Turns out they look great with a matte red lip.

Prada sunglasses for less than $200? Your eyes are not deceiving you.

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Massive hangover, meet your match. These are basically blackout shades for your eyeballs, but they still deliver all the everyday glamour you want (and need).

The cutout frame gives the illusion of a larger size, while keeping the rest of your features in perfect proportion.