By Mari Groenewald, Fashion Stylist
Sunglasses are, without question, a summer wardrobe staple and for some women, a key item to build an outfit around. Just think of American fashion icon, Iris Apfel, who made her love of colourful, oversized shades a huge part of her personal brand. And let’s face it, when you’re over forty, hiding tired eyes and fine lines behind a pair of flattering frames and dark lenses can be a welcome bonus.
Here’s our #jeannieous round up of which celebs and fashionfluencers are ticking our boxes in the sunglasses stakes, and how you can mimic their wardrobe wizardry to similarly elevate your look.
CLASSIC BLACK
The clean hard lines of these black-on-black sunnies complement Cate’s monochrome style statement, balancing her two tone fashion combo. Even better, the masculine lines of the sunglasses perfectly capture her androgynous energy. Classic frames like these work well on an oval face shape better than someone with a strong jawline. Get The Look
TRENDING METALLICS
A girl cannot go wrong with metallics. Stacie Gentry’s oversized frames with reflective lenses scream: “Here I am!”, elevating her casual chartreuse outfit to an eye-catching fashion statement. A teardrop style works with various face shapes, but be sure to achieve a balanced look by trying on different sizes to find what fits you best. Get The Look
RETRO WHITE
Naomi’s white framed sunnies in an iconic 60’s shape evokes a sense of retro chic that fits with her sporty jumper but they’re also versatile enough to suit a smarter silhouette. Round shapes suit an angular face shape best, and if white is too harsh on your skin tone, try cream or griege frames instead. Get The Look
ZANY PRINT
Pairing an unexpected pair of striped sunglasses with a floral print cozzie can take your summertime beach look from average to avant-garde. Antonia Fifi kept things playful but still classy by choosing sunnies in the same colour palette as the pattern of her swimsuit, then cemented her fashionista status by adding an edgy metal chain. Get The Look
MATCHY MATCHY
A head-to-toe monochrome match makes a bold daytime statement. Don’t leave your sunglasses as an afterthought though – rather elevate them to being the centre piece of your outfit for a polished yet effortless look. Take note: cool tones like this pair of aqua sunnies pop on fair skins while vivid hues will compliment darker complexions. Get The Look
