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Sunglasses were originally designed only to protect the eyes from the bright rays of the sun during the summer season, so they have a simple and discreet design. Over the last century, however, sunglasses have come to be seen more as an important fashion item.
Wearing such glasses in any weather or season has become absolutely normal, because sunglasses complement the image and give it a more stylish, cool, businesslike and charismatic appearance.
Well-known companies and designers have begun to produce sunglasses of various shapes and types, both for men and women.
The design and performance of sunglasses varies greatly between brands – some are designed for sports (skiing, snowboarding, surfing, etc.), some have excellent optics, and others are purely fashion and urban wear and style.
Let’s take a look at 10 of the most established brands and you can figure out which one is best for you.
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This brand was founded in Austria in 1950 but is now headquartered in Italy. The brand is named after the Pan American Races (Carrera means “race” in Spanish). Basically, this company produces sports glasses with pilot frames and lenses.
Carrera products have a high level of reliability and durability. Lenses are made of patented Optyl material and are polarized, so your eyes won’t get tired from extended wear.
Glasses are sold in a variety of sizes, frame shapes and colors. Despite their excellent performance, Carrera products have a decent price-quality ratio.
So if you are looking for reasonably priced eyewear that will last for any occasion and last for many years, then this brand will be your best choice.
9. Hugo Boss
This brand is engaged in the production of fashionable clothes, perfumes and accessories.including sunglasses. Glasses are made from quality materials at factories in Germany, Italy, Poland, Turkey and the USA.
Here, the eyewear focus is on looks and style, so lenses and frames look flawless, but in terms of image quality, comfort, and reliability, they still fall short of more specialized brands.
However, due to their high cost, workmanship, cool looks, aesthetics and high-profile brand, Hugo Boss sunglasses are very popular and prestigious among men, and to a lesser extent women.
8. Dolce & Gabbana
This design house is more focused on women than men, but Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana create sunglasses for both sexes. DG glasses are very elegant and light, but at the same time practical – the lenses effectively block 100% of UV light. Frames can be made from steel or lightweight acetate, nylon, propionate, or tough rubber.
Dolce&Gabbana is not shy about introducing new ideas to its products, so you can find sunglasses with really interesting designs. And you will see the branding of the accessory from afar.
DG sunglasses are highly valued because of their famous brand name, so don’t expect low prices. But their luxurious design is very recognizable – the quality of the glasses can be seen even from afar.
7. Fendi
This brand is also more aimed at the beautiful half of society.but they also have options for men and kids. Most Fendi sunglasses feature large, wide, lightweight acetate frames that give the wearer a modern, stylish look, while gold-plated metal temples add luxury.
All glasses are made in Padua, Italy. The construction uses high quality materials and the build quality is excellent.
In terms of functionality, sunglasses from this company are in no way superior to analogues from other luxury brands. They are capable of blocking up to 100% of UV rays, but in quality they clearly lag behind specialized manufacturers such as Oakley and RayBan.
6. Matrix
This relatively young Italian manufacturer (brand founded in 2003) will be especially attractive to fans of the film “Matrix” because of its unique, futuristic appearance.
Sunglasses from this company are very affordable due to their economical price tag, unlike the other brands on this list, Matrix makes their products in China.
The frames are made of TR90 plastic or metal and are quite well assembled. Lenses belong to the third category of protection, i.e. block from 82 to 92% of UV rays, and for such a low cost, this is quite a worthy indicator. Most models have polarization.
Therefore, if you are looking for good sunglasses at an attractive price and at the same time want to look like Thomas Anderson, then you can take a closer look at the Matrix brand.
5. Ray Ban
The brand is known for producing the highest quality stylish sunglasses in the world.. Their only downside is their high cost, but this is more than made up for by their great features and functionality. In terms of workmanship, reliability and durability, they simply have no equal.
Models from Ray Ban are diverse, there is a wide range for both sexes. You can choose glasses with almost any shape of frame and lens.
Ray-Ban sunglasses are also very good for the eyes. lenses are made of the most modern materials, and most of the models on sale are polarized.
Ray Ban glasses were worn by many well-known people: Tom Cruise, Michael Jackson, Brad Pitt, Paris Hilton and other celebrities.
4. Tom Ford
Glasses from this luxury brand not only look great, but also perform their main function perfectly., blocking bright glare and sun rays. Tom Ford lenses are constructed from a special material that is impact and scratch resistant. Some of them also have a special hydrophobic and anti-reflective coating.
Tom Ford sunglasses come in a wide variety of different frames, many of which are equally suitable for men and women (unisex). The frames sit well on the bridge of the nose and do not rotate, do not put pressure on the head, regardless of the shape of the face.
However, it is worth noting the disadvantages of this manufacturer – the high price and a very real chance to buy a fake.
3. Prada
Like other products from designer brands, Prada sunglasses are famous for their style, not functionality.. In terms of lens quality and UV protection, they are no better than cheaper analogues (the lens material is ordinary polycarbonate), and they are primarily aimed at fans of the Prada brand and those who appreciate fashionable clothes and accessories.
But the frames on Prada sunglasses are made in Italy from high quality materials, so they are quite reliable and comfortable to wear.
Some buyers had complaints about the durability of Prada products – scratches easily appeared on the lenses, and the temples began to play over time. Therefore, it is not recommended to use glasses from this brand in harsh conditions.
2. Oakley
This company specializes in the production of sports equipment, including sunglasses.
Glasses from the American company Oakley are distinguished by their comfort in wearing. because of the ergonomic frame design. Thanks to this, the glasses sit stable and comfortable, and at the same time the lenses are located at the correct distance from the eyes. HDO lenses deliver crisp images and true-to-life colors while blocking out glare and harmful UV rays.
Another feature of Oakley goggles is their “indestructibility”. All products of this brand are tested in serious conditions and are able to withstand very high shock loads.
That is why glasses from this brand are preferred by famous athletes and military personnel. With all the above advantages, glasses from this manufacturer are stylish and prestigious.
1. Polaroid
Polaroid is the best manufacturer of affordable sunglasses. Due to the optimal price-quality ratio, the glasses of this brand have always been in high demand. Models for men, women and teenagers are on sale. There are copies for every taste and color.
Frames are made of plastic, metal or a combination of both, and polarized lenses completely protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation. Polaroid glasses perfectly combine maximum simplicity, functionality, quality factor and style.
Polaroid was a pioneer in the field of lens polarization. Its founder, Edwin Land, created the first polarizing material back in 1929.