7 Iconic Sunglasses Worth the Investment

By Alexis Bennett
Apr 03, 2018 @ 4:15 pm
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The weather will change and trends will definitely come and go, but there's one thing for certain: a great pair of sunglasses will always always make you look like a style star. No need to go all Keanu Reeves in The Matrix. If that's not your thing, try sticking to the tried-and-true silhouettes that will never go out of style.

Ahead, we've gathered iconic pairs that deserve a place in your collection. And there's no need to feel guilty about splurging because you'll be able to pass these classics on to your grandkids, too.

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Audrey Sunglasses

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$445
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Perhaps, you've heard of a little movie called Breakfast at Tiffany's starting Audrey Hepburn. Her iconic sunglasses were designed by the legnedary Oliver Goldsmith. So you might as well own a piece of history, too, by investing in the classy shades.

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Aviator Sunglasses

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$170
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Sure, thousands of brands have copied the iconic aviator style, but there's nothing like the real thing. Ray-Ban originally created this timeless silhouette for pilots back in the 1920s, and they are still just as stylish today.

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Desna Gold-Tone Sunglasses

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$520
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Meghan Markle was recently spotted wearing a pair of frames from Mykita. Each pair is certainly an investment, but the gold-tone stainless steel trimming makes them a purchase that will withstand the test of time.

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Squared aviator-frame acetate sunglasses

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$500
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Square frames have been a no-brainer for celebs for years. A good pair—like the beloved Céline design—will transform even the most casual outfits into a photo-ready look.

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Oversized Round Sunglasses

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$540
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Linda Farrow is an icon in the eyewear industry. And you've probably spotted the most stylish women in the world wearing her frames—like Amal Clooney and Kate Moss. Shape is a big part of the brand's history, and these round sunnies will always be in style.

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D-Frame Sunglasses

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$304
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Skinny rectangular frames might be having a moment right now, but Saint Laurent's more approachable shape will forever be a closet staple.

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Serpenti Round Mitered Metal Sunglasses

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$470
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Bulgari's elegant shades are also a safe investment (and Kate Middleton agrees). Shades from the Serpenti collection have become a modern classic that aren't going anywhere.

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