Last Updated on September 7, 2021
Sunglasses have the ability to transform an outfit.
From oversized shades, to tinted aviators, there’s a style to suit every face shape – but the real hero of the year is the rectangular shape. These work on round and heart-shaped faces, while oval faces suit square shades better.
In the other end of the shades spectrum, it seems we can’t escape the androgynous look – and why would we want to?
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Every celebrity from Kendall Jenner to Lizzo has been spotted in a pair of angular sunglasses – but if a round shape suits your face shape better, you’re in luck as they’re going no where either.
Here, we’ve broken it down and found the biggest shapes for spring and where to buy them now, with both affordable and designer options for those looking to invest.
Cat-eye
The classic cat-eye has had an update, with an angular addition to the timeless shape.
Lauren Sunglasses, from £100, Ace & Tate – buy now
Quilted Sunglasses, now £178, Gucci at Matches Fashion – buy now
Tortoiseshell sunglasses, £94, Poppy Lissiman – buy now
Angled Cat Eye Sunglasses, £18, Urban Outfitters – buy now
Aviators
Another classic, the aviator is still big in 2021. This time, tinted lenses are the key detail.
High key aviators, £49, Quay London – buy now
RB3689, now £140.80, Ray Ban – buy now
Oversized Aviator Sunglasses, now £4.20, ASOS Design – buy now
JimBob Sunglasses, £98, Poppy Lissiman – buy now
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Rectangular
Possibly our favourite sunglasses trend this year, the rectangular shape looks retro and modern at the same time – not to mention effortlessly cool.
Rectangular Frame Sunglasses, £27, & Other Stories – buy now
Marfa sunglasses, £190, The Attico at Matches Fashion – buy now
Sunglasses, £17.99, Mango – buy now
Retangular Retro Sunglasses, £10, Monki – buy now
Half Moon
A favourite among celebrities, nothing says glamour like a half moon pair of shades.
Walk sunglasses, now £12, Weekday – buy now
Sunglasses, £34.99, H&M Studio – buy now
Sunglasses, £125, Cubbitts – buy now
Half Moon High Brow in Moss, now £183, Victoria Beckham – buy now
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Oversized
When it comes to oversized sunglasses, the bigger the better. These add personality to any outfit, whether that’s with loungewear or an LBD.
Oversized sunglasses, £19.99, Mango – buy now
70s sunglasses, £12, ASOS – buy now
Helios, £98, Poppy Lissiman – buy now
70s Square Sunglasses, £12, ASOS DESIGN – buy now
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Round
Round shades suit nearly everybody. Whether oversized or small, colourful or monochrome, they’re a classic staple that will never go out of style.
Logo sunglasses, £280, Loewe at Matches Fashion – buy now
The Lily, £129, Jimmy Fairly – buy now
Rae Round Frame Sunglasses, £16, Urban Outfitters – buy now
Percy sunglasses, £125, Cubitts – buy now
Slimline
Slimline shades are going nowhere this summer. The angles of the Matrix sunglasses make them perfect for round faces.
UO Rectangle Lens Rimless Sunglasses, £18, Urban Outfitters – buy now
Rimless Glasses, £19.99, Zara – buy now
Drive Sunglasses, £18, Weekday – buy now
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