Forget resolutions. If there’s one thing you need to work on this year, it is getting your wardrobe together. And speaking of starting from the top, there’s nothing like a new pair of sunglasses to set you on the right track to fashion heaven. Here are a few key trends this year that will keep you and your sunnies in style.
Perfect reflection Aviators may have rocked the scene all of last year (and the year before that) but it's time to trade in the classics for a brighter upgrade. Mirrored lenses on aviators or wayfarers in colourful jewel tones are all the rage, and it's best to get in on this just for the sheer fun of it. No more boring blacks or staid browns — think bright blues, greens and even violet. The reflective optical coating on the outside makes the lenses look like small mirrors — great for checking yourself out in your friend’s frames! But remember to choose a shade that flatters your skin tone, that blue may look great on Blake Lively, but try them on before you pick them up. And when in doubt, opt for a neutral yet sparkly silver-mirrored lens that’s sure to up your glam quotient.
Frame it bright If you’re trying to stand out in the crowd, nothing hits the spot like bright and colourful frames. Keep the lenses to a classic black or brown and then go crazy with colours for the frames. Spotted across runways were frames in every hue from bright yellow to deep red. Shiny acetate frames look super chic in bright colours, and even if you’re feeling shy, trade in the black for deep navy and invent your own take on the trend. Also, nothing makes for better Instagram photos than funky colourful frames. Click away!
Vintage vanity Every day is throwback Thursday if you’re digging the trend of round frames that’s been getting some attention. The statement-making small round frames made popular by John Lennon are all the rage, having been spotted on Sonam Kapoor and Cara Delevingne. While this round-shaped frame may not suit all face shapes — especially if your face is rather rounded — it is definitely a style that’s worth taking a risk for. This vintage style is great to show off your quirky side, but you run the risk of being labelled a ‘hipster’ by fashionistas!
Play with texture Frames seem to be in focus this year as brands are going all out to experiment with different textures to create different styles. Ray-Ban has come out with a version of their classic wayfarers with a denim frame, coated with polypropylene to keep it sturdy, while Gucci has a pair of aviators that feature bamboo detailing and Jimmy Choo’s Estelle range features crystal and lace inserts for a textured look. With fabrics inspiring eyewear trends, it’s the perfect time to pick a pair of shades that complement your style of dressing perfectly. What are you, denim or lace?
