Sunglasses Are a Year-Round Staple, So Shop These 7 Black-Owned Sunglass Brands All 2020

I've been living in my AOX sunglasses all week. Retailing under $200 for each pair, the frames are handmade and hand polished in store to give each user a custom pair. I always feel well protected in the sun with the polarized lens. And given my small nose, usually sunglasses fall off the bridge of my nose but I'm happy to report these ones don't and have saved me the trip to the store to get them retightened. They feel super durable and are made with Italian acetate and plant based plastic.

Shop: The Caruso Sun Tartarugato ($120)

"Be bold, be elegant, be fearless" is the motto of SWAV eyewear. Created by Isiah Fowler, not only does the brand have fashionable frames and styles but they aim to inspire customers to never give up on the vision for your life.

Shop: The Master ($120)

Nana Boatengosei launched Bohten with an ethical mindset, the frames are made from reclaimed material and wood from West Africa.

Shop: Aristotle Silver Grey ($150)

Keke Palmer, Angela Simmons and Snopp Dogg are all big fans of Nroda sunglasses. Handmade in New York City, the collections are inspired by founder Samantha Smikle's Caribbean background, created to elevate the style of each wearer.

Shop: At Your Best Sunnies ($68)

Cult-favorite, Coco And Breezy is beloved by Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga and so many more. Founded in 2009 in New York City, it's owned by twin designers Corianna and Brianna Dotson. Most sunglasses have tinted gradient lenses and are 100 percent UV protected.

Shop: Amazonian 101 ($285)

These handcrafted frames are inspired by Ethopia and New York City. Jembere in Ethopia actually means, 'my sunset.' The frames are so well price (most under $100) and offer UVA and UVB protection. The box, glasses and cloth are all handmade by Ethiopian artisans.

Shop: Almaz in Brown Safari / Gold Mirror ($69)