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SHADES OF SUMMER:

THE BEST

SUNGLASSES

TO INVEST INTO NOW

What do Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh,
Deepika Padukone and Diljit Dosanjh have
in common?
They’re all fans of a statement pair of
sunglasses. The right kind of eyewear can
always make a welcome addition to any
outfit. Dark circles from a late night? Put on
a pair of over-sized Tom Ford shades. Feeling
Sassy? A pair of Loewe Anagram sunnies will
do the trick. Need a new airport look? Some
stylish sunglasses from Fendi will be apt. You
get the gist.
With bright days of sunshine on the horizon,
SPF sunscreen, umbrellas and hats are
nearly not enough to beat the harmful UV
rays. Coverage around the sensitive area of MIRRORED AND SHIELD LENSES:
our eyes is a must, hence the perfect pair of
sunglasses is non-negotiable.
Smoky mirrored sunglasses first made
Nothing says Summer like a fashionable yet their way into the fashion scene with the
protective pair of sunglasses. Hunting for classic polarised sunglasses in the 30’s. The
the perfect pair can feel like a bit of an art determination was to create a pair that would
form. When it comes to selecting a fitting
pair, finding the suitable shape is key. And, minimise harmful UV rays directly reaching the
admittedly once you find it, then it’s likely eye. Now almost a 100 years later the trend is still
you won’t stray from it. Take inspiration from booming. Numerous fashion runways, celebrities
fashion icons like Vogue’s Anna Wintour, Karl and athletes still sport these sunglasses.
Lagerfeld, and even Tom Ford who have rarely
been noticed without a pair of sunglasses. Visor and Shield Lenses are being spotted
Previous seasons have been focused on everywhere with a number of fashion houses
super-sized shapes, whereas this season and are a sure-fire way to make a statement.
designers are more focused on unique The ‘mono-lens’, the mask shield glasses and
colours, experimental shapes, gradients and racer eyewear are the most popular silhouette
textures. Tinted glasses and bold colours are that have been seen through the runway
being given special attention this season. season. Luxury brands like Dior, Loewe, Fendi
Where does one start looking? We’re turning
our heads towards names like Christian Dior, and Zegna have mirrored sunglasses in their
Fendi, Loewe, Tom Ford, Celine and Bally collections that are a perfect amalgamation of
amidst a few others. functionality and fashion.

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