Micro Sunglasses Are Dying Out—Instead, Try One of These 6 Trends

'70s

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@monikh

Style Notes: Just like the pair your Grandad used to wear, thick-framed eyewear was all the rage on the Boss, Stella McCartney and Burberry catwalks, and now they've caught the impeccable eye of our resident columnist Monikh. Wear them with sleek hair and high necklines.

CAT-EYE

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@ruerodier

Style Notes: Cat-eye sunglasses are a perennial fashion favourite, and that's not set to change in 2019. Black and tortoiseshell colourways will always look expensive, but for a modern take, try a translucent pair. 

RECTANGULAR

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@emilisindlev

Style Notes: Nineties-inspired micro rectangular glasses made a major comeback last year, but now they're far easier to pull off in bigger silhouettes. Instead of metal frames, look for chunky plastic iterations like Emili's pair. 

AVIATOR

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@ada_oguntodu

Style Notes: Ray-Ban's Wayfarer sunglasses command a lot of attention but its Aviator shape is arguably just as iconic. In 2019, the retro eyewear is set to make a return—look for exceptionally-thin frames and tinted lenses to nail the Top Gun vibe. 

WHITE FRAMES

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@meganellaby

Style Notes: Make a real style statement by investing in a pair of white-frame sunglasses. With roots in the '60s, naturally, there are round styles to choose from. Otherwise, take the glamorous approach with a flicked pair. 

HEARTS

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@asos_lotte

Style Notes: Easily the most extra sunglasses in our round-up, heart-shaped styles quickly becoming a noteworthy summer accessory. Make like Chloé and ditch the frames for a subtle nod to the trend.