9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

September offers three trends with new styles priced for everyone.

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September 10, 2017

INVISION Staff Invision September 2017 Issue

THE DAYS ARE getting shorter, but a pair of sunglasses is forever. Or at least until they get sat on, or left in an Uber. Whether it’s a high-end hunny or those more forgetful or frugal-minded — September offers three trends with new styles priced for everyone.

Geometric

No math necessary

Smoke X Mirrors (PICTURED ABOVE)

Go to the head of the class in bold model GEO VIII, a featherweight piece constructed of stainless steel with flat lenses.

(212) 647-7677, smokexmirrors.com

$350

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Betsey Johnson

For those who missed out on the #StarbucksUnicornFrappuccino last spring, mythical (no, it’s real) model UNICORN offers some subdued, stylish magic.

(800) 414-7656, imagewear.com

$125

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Lanvin

Shimmer into fall wearing shapely model SLN726S, an octagon adorned with rough cut crystals. The subtle color goes with anything and the jewels bring the sparkle.

(800) 423-3023, derigo.us

$500

Oval and Oversize

Any style made famous by Jackie O is a must.

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Victory Optical

Go retro in the mod model 549, inspired by original Victory designs from the 1960s. A limited edition, these pleasing purples are made in the USA.

(908) 236-9300, victoryoc.com

$275

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Anne Klein

Sunglasses can never be too big or too dark. Go glam in chic model AK7000, and be prepared to hide from the paparazzi.

(800) 505-5557, altaireyewear.com

$156.60

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Krewe

Inspired by traditional New Orleans jazz, and named for an all-female Mardi Gras krewe, statement-making model IRIS is part of the custom acetate Stella collection.

sales@krewe.com, krewe.com

$335

Colored Lenses

To paraphrase Louis Armstrong, “I see lenses of green,red lenses, too.”

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Ray-Ban

The on-trend flat lens-over-frame construction and energetic colors of full-metal model BLAZE (RB3580N) enhance the classic cat-eye shape for a glorious mix of old and new.

(800) 422-2020, ray-ban.com

$195

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Ocean Pacific

Polarized model HOWLEE has such a nice price point, why not just chuck it all and become a full-time surfer? OK, part-time then. The waves are calling.

(800) 645-3733, cvoptical.com

$39.99

9 Sunglasses From Across the Price Spectrum

Ørgreen

Taking its visual cue from Janis Joplin and the Summer of Love, limited edition model DAZZLE ORANGE takes a little piece of your heart in a juicy hue.

(844) 796-4623, orgreenoptics.com

$450

INVISION Staff

Since launching in 2014, INVISION has won 31 international journalism awards for its publication and website, including the prestigious Neal Award for Best Single Issue in 2019. In 2024, the publication celebrates its 10th anniversary of serving eyecare professionals. Contact INVISION's editors at editor@invisionmag.com.

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