While stylish sunglasses are a year-round wardrobe essential [1], the accessory is synonymous with the spring and summer months. As such, the anticipation of warmer weather prompts us all to reevaluate our current sunglasses collections and look for new updates to the rotation. And we certainly have some new and bold sunglasses trends ready to explore — and complement the 2023 spring and summer ready-to-wear trends [2] already on our radar.
This year, we're seeing the classic sunglasses shapes and colors reimagined. That could be a retro shape upgraded with a new color frame or mirrored lens, an oversize take on a timeless style, or a silhouette that feels vintage and futuristic at the same time. With a seasonal color palette [3] that ranges from bright pink to classic white, incorporating neutral blacks and tortoise tones, there's something for everyone when it comes to the biggest sunglasses trends of 2023.
If you like to add a pop of color to your wardrobe or step out in bold, monochromatic hues, you'll love the Barbiecore-pink [4] sunglasses trend. It's a playful and vibrant take on your everyday glasses, adding a carefree vibe to any outfit you pair it with. For a futuristic trend, look no further than highly reflective lenses. The mirrored shades are upgrading classic styles and giving them a fashion-forward edge. And of course, there's the proliferation of new neutrals, like white, showing up on oversize and standard sunglasses alike.
What's more, you can source some of our favorite up-and-coming sunglasses trends from brands you already know and love, like & Other Stories, Le Specs, Celine, and Miu Miu. With finds at Amazon and Target as well, there's a point of access for every budget as you upgrade your stash. Ahead, find six sunglasses trends that you need to try this year, and shop them for yourself.
- Mirrored Sunglasses [5]
- Circle Sunglasses [6]
- White Sunglasses [7]
- Oversize Sunglasses [8]
- Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses [9]
- Angular Sunglasses [10]
Mirrored Sunglasses
Each year, there is a single vestige of a futuristic trend, and this season, it's mirrored sunglass. Sunglasses of all sizes lend themselves well to the trend, as it has less to do with shape and more to do with the lens treatment. No matter what style frame you love most, make it mirrored this year.
Mirrored Sunglasses
Sojos Retro Polarized Double Bridge Sunglasses [12] ($16)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Izipizi Tortoise Mirror Sunglasses [13] ($44)
Mirrored Sunglasses
AQS 60mm Daisy Round Sunglasses [14] ($60, originally $149)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Nooz Polarized Sunglasses [15] ($70)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Tory Burch Eleanor Metal Round Sunglasses [16] ($198)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Illesteva Leonard Mirrored Sunglasses [17] ($220)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Krewe St. Louis Round Mirrored Sunglasses [18] ($325)
Mirrored Sunglasses
Balmain Eyewear Jolie Cat-Eye Acetate Mirrored Sunglasses [19] ($420, originally $600)
Circle Sunglasses
This season, when you reach for a rounded pair of sunglasses, choose ones that are more oversized in scale than the micro-minis that have come in seasons past. In particular demand for 2023 are classic Aviator styles, made fresher and newer by way of their circular shapes.
Circle Sunglasses
Joox Round Sunglasses [20] ($14, originally $20)
Circle Sunglasses
Quay Big Time Remixed [21] ($75)
Circle Sunglasses
Ray-Ban Round Double Bridge [22] ($197)
Circle Sunglasses
Isabel Marant 53mm Round Sunglasses [23] ($270)
Circle Sunglasses
Garrett Leight Wilson Sunglasses [24] ($415)
Circle Sunglasses
Loewe Eyewear Oversized Round Metal Sunglasses [25] ($430)
Circle Sunglasses
Chloé Ysé 60MM Round Sunglasses [26] ($530)
White Sunglasses
While white generally falls into the same neutral color category as black, sunglasses are different. There's something about the bright white frame that makes it stick out from the rest — almost as if it were a bright neon tone. But with the white sunglasses trend, you can truly wear it with everything you own. They're a must have for 2023.
White Sunglasses
Juslink Heart Shaped Sunglasses [27] ($5)
White Sunglasses
Anthropologie Oval Sunglasses [28] ($28)
White Sunglasses
Kate Spade New York Crystals 51mm Round Sunglasses [29] ($150)
White Sunglasses
Rag & Bone 52mm Rectangular Sunglasses [30] ($180)
White Sunglasses
Givenchy GV Day Cat-Eye Sunglasses [31] ($250)
White Sunglasses
Prada Rectangle Sunglasses [32] ($433)
White Sunglasses
Oliver Peoples + Khaite 1969 Oval-Frame Acetate Sunglasses [33] ($525)
Oversize Sunglasses
While sunglasses trends come and go, oversize shades are forever in style. Whether it's a 1960s rounded frame, early-aughts squared-off shape, or something in between, there will never be a time where you don't love mixing your oversize sunnies into your rotation.
Oversize Sunglasses
AndWood Oversized Sunglasses, 2-Pack [34] ($15)
Oversize Sunglasses
SA106 Boyfriend Style XXL Oversize Horned Rim Thick Plastic Sunglasses [35] ($15, originally $30)
Oversize Sunglasses
J.Crew Cabana Oversized Sunglasses [36] ($80)
Oversize Sunglasses
Sunglass Museum Jackie Polarized Boho Sunglasses [37] ($48)
Oversize Sunglasses
Karen Walker Super Wavy Duper [38] ($270)
Oversize Sunglasses
Dior Book Tote Logo Acetate Butterfly Sunglasses [39] ($390)
Oversize Sunglasses
Gucci Round Acetate Sunglasses [40] ($505)
Oversize Sunglasses
Alaïa Clear Contrasting Round Acetate Sunglasses [41] ($675)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
The color pink did more than just infiltrate your ready-to-wear wardrobes for the year. In fact, as the temperature gets warmer, it's your sunglass drawer that's about to get the Barbiecore treatment. Whether you love a retro cat-eye, prefer a futuristic mirrored style, or gravitate toward a classic Wayfarer, try a bit of color with pink sunnies this year.
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Przene Cat Eye Sunglasses [42] ($11)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
True Vintage Milkshake Pink Cat-Eye Sunglasses [43] ($28)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Vogue Eyewear Wide Sunglasses [44] ($90)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Chiara Ferragni Round Frame Sunglasses [45] ($150, originally $196)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Woodys Greta Sunglasses [46] ($330)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Celine Eyewear Oversized Square-Frame Acetate Sunglasses [47] ($420)
Barbiecore-Pink Sunglasses
Saint Laurent Eyewear LouLou Heart Acetate Sunglasses [48] ($530)
Angular Sunglasses
Consider this year's angular sunglasses a modern-day cat eye. With upturned sides and an oversized shape, it feels equal parts retro and futuristic. Shop these styles in classic tones like black and tortoise to allow the shape to stand on its own.
Angular Sunglasses
& Other Stories Angular Cat Eye Sunglasses [49] ($19, originally $39)
Angular Sunglasses
Aire Perseus 51mm Cat Eye Sunglasses [50] ($39)
Angular Sunglasses
Le Specs The Thirst Sunglasses [51] ($69)
Angular Sunglasses
Eleventh Hour Booked Sunglasses [52] ($70, originally $85)
Angular Sunglasses
Ookioh Maderia Sunglasses [53] ($200)
Angular Sunglasses
Ganni Brown Oversized Sunglasses [54] ($255)
Angular Sunglasses
Victoria Beckham Soft Square Frame Sunglasses [55] ($325)
Angular Sunglasses
Maui Jim Kini Kini Polarized Sunglasses [56] ($349)
Angular Sunglasses
Miu Miu Glimpse Sunglasses [57] ($505)