Our picks for sunglassesand what to wear them with
Nothing ties together a killer outfit like the right pair of sunglasses. There are millions of ways to style designer shades, and here are our three current faves.
By Cameron Cook
19 May 2025 · 2 min read
Which one are you?
Yes, we can all agree that the primary function of sunglasses is to protect our eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays. But let’s be real, even if that weren’t the case, we would still have no less than 15 pairs in rotation at any given time, because nothing screams chic sophistication and fashion know-how like perfectly accessorised shades. Whether they’re classic frames, oversized diva lenses, or something totally out-the-box, they’ll always elevate the rest of the outfit — guaranteed.
“Please… no photos”
Port Tanger’s Ruh frames will have you cosplaying as a young ingénue on a superyacht in St. Tropez.
If we were psychologists, we might say something like a tendency to favour oversized sunglasses could have something to do with a desire to shield one’s vulnerable nature from the world. Luckily though, we’re fashion experts, so we just think that wearing huge sunglasses looks fabulous. These Ruh frames from Port Tanger in shade “tobacco” have everything you want from big, stylish sunglasses, including a modern, rounded body that gives them an almost sci-fi vibe. Wear them with this Marine Serre corset and peachy Pat McGrath lipstick for an approachable yet sophisticated glam look.
“I love an elegant throwback, don’t you?”
It’s not just eyewear — it’s old-school luxury.
What is it about nostalgia that is so irresistible? No matter what phase we’re going through in life, we always gravitate back to classic brands that we grew up loving. These Gucci shades scream ’80s-Italian-dad-playing-bocce-ball-on-his-4th-aperol, and the brand’s iconic forest-and-burgundy stripe logo has been a shorthand for luxury for decades. They’re a fresh twist on an old classic, which is why they look stunning with other old school-inspired pieces like these Filling Pieces Reed loafers and Aspesi leopard print shorts.
“Oh… I always look like this.”
You don’t have to go all out to make your sunglasses work for you — sometimes, less is more.
While sunglasses should always be on hand for a dramatic diva moment, they can also be more of a subtle nod to a more nonchalant kind of glam. A frameless option, like these Gucci shades, deliver a chilled-out Y2K silhouette while still clearly being the main focus of the outfit. Pairing them with a more laid-back aesthetic — like this crisp white Diesel wraparound blouse and pillowy Nanushka handbag — gives an air of natural style that doesn’t need a bunch of bells and whistles to make an entrance.
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