In true British fashion, we had one sunny Bank Holiday weekend and now we can’t stop shopping for sunglasses. But these accessories are much more than a practical item to pull out on these rare occasions; they play a key part in both defining and completing a look. This is why careful consideration is always required when it comes to choosing your eyewear. And on that note, we have compiled a list of the key styles that you will want to incorporate into your wardrobe this summer.
Square Frames
We have a combination of Harry Styles and Daisy Jones & The Six to thank for this one. 70s inspired fashion is set to take over this summer, and sunglasses play such an integral part in this look. Large square frames will, therefore, be a hit this summer. They are dramatic, glamorous and can elevate any look. Square sunglasses are the perfect accessory to add a retro-twist to your look but also act as a great statement piece to pair with less over-the-top outfits.
Oversized Frames
The fashion world is moving away from the tiny sunglasses that have been the staple it-girl eyewear for the past few years. Now we are opting for oversized frames. One style that will be particularly popular within this bracket is the oversized D-frame. This style adds a futuristic yet sporty element to your look and is the perfect accessory to invest in this summer.
Sporty Frames
Sporty styling is going to be every cool girl’s go-to this summer. From Adidas Sambas to football t-shirts this look is going to be inescapable, and a pair of sporty sunglasses are the perfect way to complete this look. This style of frame has some pretty high-profile fans, including the likes of Bella Hadid and Kim Kardashian, and it’s only going to get more popular as the sporty looks take over this summer.
Oval Frames
Oval frames are the new rectangle frames. We all know the mid-sized rectangular frames that we have loved for the past couple of summers and this latest trend is similar to that style but offers a slight variation on the look. Instead of the harsher angles that the rectangular frames had to offer, these play with a rounded oval shape that ultimately offer a chicer yet softer look.
Colourful Frames
Colourful frames are key to dopamine-dressing this summer. This trend is a fun way to add a pop of colour to your outfit whilst not having it take over the look. This is set to be a key styling trend this summer as we move away from maximalism and towards a more minimalist approach, but still want to have statement pieces within our outfits.
Colourful Lenses
Colourful lenses have been popularised by the A-list favourite Lexxola Jordy frames and this trend is not going anywhere in 2023. Similar to the trend of wearing colourful frames, this is a subtle yet fun way to inject some colour into your outfits this summer. The best part of this trend is that you can choose how much of a statement you want to make with it; opting for a yellow or orange lens is a more subtle way to participate in this trend, whereas a blue or pink will really stand out.
Words by Amelia Gregory
Header Image: Kylie Jenner
