Our Favorite Style Of Sunglasses That Will Stand The Test Of Time
When you are rushing out the door with little time, a quick and foolproof way to elevate your look is to grab a pair of flattering sunglasses. This fashion accessory has existed for 100 years, and once you have identified the perfect pair, you can style them many different ways. However, the process of narrowing down the perfect pair may be tough for some. After all, there are plenty of styles to choose from, including cat-eye, aviator, circular, oversized, and rectangular designs, among others.
After some research and years of wear, we have identified our favorite style of sunglasses as one that surely stands the test of time: classic black wayfarers, also known as D-frames for their unique shape, which resembles an inverted capital letter "D." Simple yet undeniably chic, this style works with every kind of outfit, color, and season. You can rely on it to work in a pinch, whether you're vacationing at the beach, trekking in the mountains, dressing up for an outdoor brunch, or simply out running errands. Oleema Miller, co-founder and creative director of MIKOH, agrees, telling Harper's Bazaar, "You can never go wrong with a clean and classic pair of black sunnies. Trends come and go: oversized, mirrored, colored, etc. But you'll never grow tired of a timeless silhouette."
Choose a light-colored lens to elevate an evening look
If you want to wear sunnies to a red carpet event in the evening, take a cue from Victoria Brito and don a pair of black-rimmed ones in a classic style but with a twist: a lighter-colored lens to add some style.
A sleek style looks futuristic
Keep the shape and color the same, but play with dimension to change up your final look. These sleek, yet rectangular frames offer plenty of style inspo, as it's the perfect accessory to complement the crisp white shirt and grungy leather jacket look shown here.
Black wayfarers also work well as a gym accessory
Most of us are not doing the rounds of red carpets or high fashion events. Yet, sunnies are a wardrobe staple for everyone. A simple black pair is versatile enough to wear to a workout class, adding some serious oomph to the look, just as Olivia Wilde has done here.
Don't be afraid to go all-black
For many of us, black is indeed best when it comes to dressing. And what goes best with an all-black outfit? Black sunglasses, of course! Take a cue from designer Kathrin Bommann, and up your street-style quotient by donning a comfortable all-black outfit and pairing it with a fabulous pair of black sunnies, as she does in the photo above and in her Instagram feed.
They also pair well with bright colors
Now that you have seen black sunglasses being rocked with an all-black look, don't be fooled into thinking that black only goes well with black. On the contrary, black sunglasses, in particular, complement every color on the spectrum. For example, this bright yellow cardigan, perfect for fall, looks great paired with classic black D-frames.