Oct 19, 2018

The Coolest Sunglasses Brands for Every Budget

by Michelle Scanga

From inexpensive and trendy to classic and completely splurge-worthy, today we’re spotlighting all of the sunglasses brands you need to know. Every fashion girl is aware that sunglasses are so much more than sunlight-blocking eyewear. They're the coolest outfit-making accessories, which is why we're bringing you today's roundup.

Here, you'll find all our favorite of-the-moment and timeless brands, like Crap Eyewear and Oliver Peoples. From the best under-$100 shades for playful, trendy shapes to the top-market brands that will never go out of style, there's something for everyone. Keeping all budgets in mind, we selected our favorite shades from our favorite lines. Scroll down to shop and explore the best sun blockers for your blinkers.

Chilli Beans OC.CL.1334.0201 ~~( $85)~~ $60

The Brazilian eyewear brand known for its eccentric designs has some pretty rad shades.

Crap Eyewear The Love Tempo ($58)

Crap is always our go-to for fun, on-trend styles that'll receive loads of compliments.

Le Specs Subdimension ($59)

Le Specs has nailed sleek and understated cool. Pop on any pair, and you're basically French.

Quay Showdown Sunglasses ($50)

No one does bold shades quite like Quay. The brand is known for its colorful and creative shapes.

Poppy Lissiman Le Skinny ($105)

You've definitely seen the thin, Matrix-style glasses before, as they're a favorite among It girls. Add any Poppy Lissiman glasses to your look for a fun pop of color.

Raen Flatscreen ($150)

The California-based brand is committed to its authentic approach to making classic sunglasses shapes with a distinctly modern design.

Roberi & Fraud Betty ($175)

There's a reason girls like Selena Gomez and Kaia Gerber can't stop wearing Roberi & Fraud shades. Its simple selection hits the mark on the season's best eyewear trends, like this retro-inspired pair.

Sheriff & Cherry Patmos Crystal ($190)

You didn't know you needed yellow or blue lenses until you saw Sheriff & Cherry's colorful sunglasses.

Westward Leaning Flower ($225)

Westward Leaning might be the only sunglasses brand we've ever come across whose frames are actually universally flattering. Oh, and they're super cool.

Wildfox Taj 62mm Oversize Aviator Sunglasses ($119)

The retro-inspired California-girl favorite clothing brand has the cutest assortment of sunglasses, too. Sunny Los Angeles vibes, right this way.

Karen Walker Tropics Sunglasses ($250)

For statement-making sunglasses that don't even come close to feeling costumey, Karen Walker is the only brand to know.

Krewe Conti Sunglasses ($275)

Handmade in New Orleans, Krewe's shades are the classic-cool styles you've been looking for.

Sunday Somewhere Pixie ($290)

Sunglasses so dreamy they'll make you think you've jet-setted to a beach vacation. You're welcome.

Super Gia Black Sunglasses ($235)

The Italian brand is a fashion favorite for its splurge-worthy shades. Case in point: its super-cool take on oversize sunglasses.

Ahlem Place d'Allegre ($470)

Minimalist metal frames with lightly colored translucent lenses are the brand's pièce de résistance. Take it from us: You need the bridgeless aviators.