Clear frames.

Because perspex and clear plastic has trended in everything from clutches to shoes to raincoats, you won’t be surprised to find that clear sunglasses have also made the cut. Just because the frame is transparent, don’t think you won’t be making a statement: go for strong shapes and thicker frames to really make this trend stand out.

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Matte framed sunglasses.

Whether or not to opt for reflective lenses is one thing, but the frames are another question entirely. One of the biggest trends right now is to go for a completely matte finish: no transparency, no shine or gloss. This is true regardless of colour: it could be classic black or tortoiseshell, a vibrant red or a summer pastel hue

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Sunglasses trends for 2013/2014

Never mind any connotations of the ’80s, there’s a distinct advantage of highly reflective sunglasses: they photograph brilliantly. That fact has seen them rise up as the number one choice for regular street style subjects, with camera lenses drawn instinctively to their reflective brilliance.

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Sunglasses trends: the shapes.

Lenses and frames considered, the other obvious question is one of shape. The thing about sunglasses trends right now is that the two aforementioned factors make up so much of the trend factor that shape actually gets less of an emphasis. While in the past it’s largely been a question of cat eye, round, wayfarer or aviator, now pretty much any of those shapes goes as long as the rest of the factors have been well thought out.

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Mirrored sunglasses: colours.

As for which colours of reflective shades to invest in? The choice is really yours, with vibrant blue being a top pick if you intend to get in front of a camera. Blue makes for one of the most striking colours in photographs, and the most stand-out addition to any outfit

The other brilliant thing about an on-trend pair of sunglasses is that you can find a pair at pretty much every price point. Invest in a designer or boutique label pair for something long-lasting, a vintage pair for bygone craftsmanship, or a high street version to get you through the summer with a variety of looks to choose from.

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Flocked sunglasses.

For another variation on the traditional sunglasses frame – one that’s very now and liable to stand out in a crowd – there’s always a flocked velvet finish. You’ll find flocking across a variety of styles, from oversized aviators to classic wayfarers, and often they’ll double the impact with bright, bold colours[Source: fashionising.]