Lots of names are making offbeat fashion choices and you know what? I love it! From the revived Prada Linea Rossa line comes another ’90s-inspired frame while Italian luxury brand Persol (one of the oldest eyewear makers in the world) topped their evolutionary Steve McQueen model with a runway of new shades. Barton Perreira’s new Akahi Sulcata Tortoise/Smokey Topaz frames redefine gender-neutral to include big and bold like never before and their tortoise counterpart (left) are my new summer obsession. But they get a run for the money from this season’s other hot models.
These brilliant Akahi Sulcata Heroine Chic/Julep sunglasses combine a classic silhouette with luminous colors and make my no makeup, no filter, bedhead days still look polished. ($430) bartonperreira.com
These tortoise shell Kira rectangular sunglasses (TY7160U) are bold and geometric with that same beveled hardware. ($210) sunglasshut.com
Imagine Raven or any femme fatale in these stunning octagonal metal frames (VA2042) with crystal studs. ($370) valentino.com
Their whole spring/summer line is classy as hell, but the P03261S perfectly combine new colors, offbeat retro angles, and those patented flexible Meflecto temples. ($260) persol.com
The funky blue acetate frames and red mirrored lenses make the AX4104S Warholesque. ($60) ezcontacts.com
This VE4401 pair, with its Greek fret pattern and Medusa, is Versace at its showiest. ($230) sunglasshut.com
This Benji model is ’60s summertime homage done right. ($170) ray-ban.com
These skinny rectangle specs (PR01WS) may not be for everyone but they’re beyond lit and effortlessly cool. ($525) sunglasshut.com
Frameless is so 2021 and this BE3123 model from the British maker is the sexiest of all. ($240) sunglasshut.com
This PS01XS frame screams precision and tech, making them perfect for summer sports. ($300) sunglasshut.com