2020 Vision: 5 Must-Have Sunnies for a Bright Year Ahead
By: Will Hill
With the New Year in full swing, it is time to throw on some shades and look forward in style. When starting anew in the concrete jungle or on campus, don’t go for basic — go for bold! Nothing spells confidence like the perfect pair of sunnies to complete your look. Whether you opt for rose-gold round frames to shield sunnies or chunky cat eyes, we’ve got you covered with five of the chicest must-have sunnies to see your bright futures ahead!
The Fierce Feminist
Unleash all your feminist energy this year with chunky cat-eye sunnies. Style them with a leather jacket and these leopard print sunglasses will bring a refreshing sense of fierceness to your look. Whether you choose to dress to the nines or take the comfy casual route, it’s guaranteed that you’ll be the most brazen and fierce babe strutting through Manhattan.
Beatrix Chunky Cat Eye Sunglasses, $18; Urbanoutfitters.com
The Vintage Queen
A classic can never go out of style and neither can you with these vintage red sunnies. Wearing these is like transporting yourself to picnicking in Paris under the Eiffel with your gal pals, eating baguettes, and enjoying Dom Perigon laughter. With these vintage-style shades, you’ll be more than chic, you’ll be an icon.
Dusty Daze Sunglasses, $20; Freepeople.com
The Boss Babe
Show everyone just how Miranda Priestly you really are with these QuayXJaclynn Hill shield sunnies. We know boss babes like yourselves don’t hold back from showing that you mean business and nothing will get in the way of your success. Style these with an oversized blazer, a chic pair of biker shorts and nothing or no one will get in your way!
Very Busy Shield Sunnies, $65; Quayaustrailia.com
The Rosy Dreamer
A new year means new sights set ahead. Look towards your rosy future in this chic, modern take on rose-colored glasses. Spend your Sunday afternoons enjoying macarons and sipping rosé with your girls all while looking at the positivity that’s to come. Go bold to brunch this year and enjoy every one in these geometric, round frame sunnies.
Chloe Round Frame Gold Tone & Acetate Sunglasses, $420; Net-a-Porter.com
The Starlett
The camera frame isn’t the only one fit for you. Be the star that you are and shine even brighter behind these mask style frames. A genius butterfly-shaped design from Gucci’s Hollywood Forever collection, these light blue sunnies with a mother-of-pearl effect will give you star confidence in just how timeless you are.
Mask Acetate Sunglasses, $1,085; Gucci.com