Whether it feels like it or not, sun is on its way. And when it does, there’s a mad rush to cop all your summer essentials as if it’s a surprise that summer actually arrived. And like every year, while being blinded by the sun, it’s high-time we consider buying a pair of sunglasses for summer days. To be more specific, retro sunglasses.
In line with the shifting tastes over recent seasons towards retro sneakers and garments from bygone eras ranging from the ‘70s right up to Y2K (does Y2K count as retro yet?), we’re firmly fixed on wearing white tank tops and only retro sunglasses this summer. We’re talking big square frames, cat-eye frames, wire frames, the whole lot as long as they’re retro.
So, below, we’ve rounded up the best pairs of retro sunglasses to wear this summer.
Keep scrolling to shop the best retro sunglasses for summer 2024.
Port Tanger
Port Tanger should be on every sunglasses shopping list this year. The label’s retro frames are perfect for all styles.
Marni x retrosuperfuture
If there is one brand out there that is leading the charge of retro-inspired high-end fashion is Marni. Its collab with eyewear brand retrosuperfuture, in particular the Ik Kil Cenote and the oversized silhouettes and chunky shapes in bold colors, are the perfect retro sunglasses for summer between the beach and the cocktail party.
Jacques Marie Mage
Jacques Marie Mage is another eyewear brand that should be on the top of your summer retro sunglasses list. The label’s pride is all about bringing back the essence of the retro look but with a modern design and aesthetic feel to it.
Port Tanger Saraa Black
Despite what you may have heard, size matters. Size matters especially when we’re talking about retro sunglasses for summer. Port Tanger knows it.
Bottega Veneta Rim Aviator
The Italian luxury brand looked to classic aviator styles for inspiration for this retro sunglasses, and of course, they nailed it.
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