2016 sunglass trends

2016 sunglass trends

The hottest trend for spring (and summer) 2016 is Sunglasses! Are you on the hunt for new and styling sunglasses in 2016? Circular, oversized, mirrored, protective, decorated, these are some of the 2016 trends.

The sunglasses are essential accessories for many people. In addition to protecting your eyes from the sun, sunglasses bring new light to the face, cover the signs of fatigue after partying at night, hiding your eyes, giving a veil of mystery to the person wearing them and then they are stylish. People used to wear sunglasses will never be able to live without it. All lovers of sunglasses and also all those who want to renew their look will be happy to know the latest news, the trends, and brands that will be on the crest of the wave in 2016.


Sunglasses for spring and summer may not be considered entirely groundbreaking, but this season it’s time to cast aside the traditional aviators and think bigger, brighter, and bolder. In a nutshell, go with anything 70′s-influenced, which means the return of groovy rounded lenses. Women’s eyewear will follow a similar trend, with the exception that they will also see the return of the sexy cat-eye glasses, which we think is awesome!

Spring and summer are here, which means the return of sunshine and one of our favorite warm-weather accessories: sunglasses!

How to select sunglasses - the online guide

Face shapes for sunglasses

There's such a huge selection of sunglasses styles, prices, and features that sometimes it's hard to decide which pair is the best. What should you look for in a pair of sunglasses? Three important qualities: good eye protection, comfort, and fantastic style.

Your new sunglasses must provide protection from ultraviolet radiation a component of sunlight that contributes to eye disease. We recommend you to look for sunglasses with lenses that block 99-100% of UVA and UVB radiation. The label should read either UV 400 or 100% UV protection.

Finding a pair of sunglasses you love is easier if you start thinking about your possible choices now before you go shopping.

When selecting sunglasses, you may wonder how to pick out the best frames for your face shape?

First, determine your face shape. There are seven basic shapes: round, oval, oblong, triangle, inverted triangle, diamond, and square. Once you determine your face shape follow our guide for choosing an appropriate frame shape for it:

-    Oblong face: frames that are as wide or wider than the broadest part of the face
-    Round faces: rectangular or squarish frames, thicker frames
-    Oval faces: most frames will look good, but especially square and wrap-around

-    Diamond-shaped faces: rimless frames, frames with distinctive brow-lines, or oval frames
-    Square faces: softer-edged frames; round, oval, even cat-eyed, also thinner frames
-    Triangle shaped face: colorful frames or cat-eye sunglasses, also frames with straight toplines
-    Inverted triangle-shaped face: rimless frames, light colors, and materials

The frame size of the sunglasses you select should also be in scale to your face. If you have petite features, don't select oversized frames, they will dwarf your face.

Choosing a Lens Color for sunglasses

Lens color for sunglasses

The color of sunglasses lenses doesn't just affect your fashion statement it affects how well you detect contrast and differentiate colors. Some colors enhance contrast, which can be useful, however, this is often at the expense of color distinction which can cause problems (when you're driving, for example, and need to be able to clearly differentiate the colors of a traffic light). Some sunglasses even come with interchangeable lenses so you can change the color easily, depending on what you're doing.

Here are some advises on how to choose the appropriate lens color for your activity:

- Red/orange lenses are good for snow sports but only on overcast days. If you're a hunter, orange lenses are good for clay targets against open backgrounds.
- Violet lenses are good for hunters who need to see clay targets on a green background.
- Copper sunglasses will mute the sky and grass against a golf ball.
- Blue and green sunglasses enhance the contrast with a yellow tennis ball.
- Gray lenses reduce light intensity without affecting contrast or distorting colors.
- Brown lenses partially enhance contrast by blocking some blue light. Good for snow sports. Also generally good for hunting in bright light, against open backgrounds.
- Amber/yellow lenses significantly enhance contrast because they block most or all blue light, and that makes them popular among hunters who benefit from that contrast when looking at targets against the sky. They're bad, however, for any activity that requires color recognition (like driving!). 

Eye protection from the sun with sunglasses

Protect your eyes with sunglasses

To protect your eyes from harmful solar radiation, sunglasses should block 100 percent of UV rays. Just as the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage skin, they can also harm the lens and cornea of the eyes.

UV radiation increases your odds of getting cataracts, which cloud the eye’s lens and lead to diminished eyesight. It has also been linked to macular degeneration, a treatable, but an incurable disease of the macula, a part of the retina that is essential for sharp vision.

Long-term exposure to UV radiation can lead to cataracts, skin cancer around the eyelids, and other eye disorders. In the short term, excessive exposure to UV radiation from daily activities, including reflections off of snow, pavement, and other surfaces, can burn the front surface of the eye, similar to a sunburn on the skin.

Frames with a close-fitting wraparound style provide the best protection because they limit how much stray sunlight reaches your eyes from above and beyond the periphery of your sunglass lenses.

Be sure to select sunglasses that block UV rays. Don't be deceived by color or cost. The ability to block UV light is not dependent on the price tag or how dark the sunglass lenses are.

Wear gray-colored lenses because they reduce light intensity without altering the color of objects, providing the most natural color vision. Lens color is really a matter of preference the most important feature to look for in a sunglass lens is how much UV radiation it absorbs.

Do not forget protection for children and teenagers. They typically spend more time in the sun than adults. Children's sunglasses now come in an array of colorful designs, many modeled after adult styles.

Polarized vs none Polarized?

Are polarized sunglasses worth it?

One of the main issues people encounter before purchasing sunglasses nowadays, is the popular question of what is the difference between polarized and non-polarized lenses?

Nearly every pair of sunglasses you buy give your eyes at least some protection from the sun's harsh rays.

The level of protection varies widely, but even the most bargain-basement pair of tinted lenses offer a bit of shade for your eyes. Polarized lenses take what nonpolarized lenses a step further. Polarized lenses are specially designed to protect your eyes from horizontal glare created by the sun. Think of the glare created when the sun hits the hood of your car. With a nonpolarized lens, that glare will bounce right at you. Although it will be dimmed compared to looking at it without any sunglasses, it will still shine in your eyes. Polarized lenses filter out that glare, protecting your eyes and making it easier to see.

The polarized lenses are used to block the intense light that is reflected from flat surfaces. The sunglasses made from polarized lenses are able to block the glare because they are vertically polarized while the light reflected by flat surfaces is horizontally polarized. The non-polarized lenses have a dark shade and reduce the intensity of light.

Polarized lenses have many benefits but they aren't for everyone. Some ski enthusiasts find that they make seeing the ups and downs of the hills harder than nonpolarized lenses. Others just don't do enough driving or outside sports to make springing for polarized lenses worth the extra cost.

Is it important to wear sunglasses?

Is it important to wear sunglasses?

Are sunglasses important? Of course, they are. As the summer months are upon us, many people will buy a new pair of sunglasses. While it may seem like sunglasses are more of a fashion statement than anything, they are actually a great tool to be used to keep your eyes healthy and to preserve your eyesight.

If you are in the sun too long it is not only bad for your skin but bad for your eyes. You have probably been in the street before without your sunglasses on a sunny day and your eyes hurt. This is not good.

One of the best ways to protect your eyes is to wear sunglasses! 

You really should wear them all of the time, as sunglasses are not just for when it’s really bright outside. Even when it’s cloudy or not very sunny, there are still rays that can have damaging effects on your skin and eyes. Shades can protect your eyesight from sunlight eye damage by protecting you from harmful UV rays.  By wearing sunglasses, you can make a fashion statement and protect your eyes from the sun!

Sunglasses have been popular with people for years, both for comfort and as a fashion accessory. However, as studies and research continue to demonstrate a relationship between UV-A/UV-B exposure and ocular disease, the protection of the long-term health of your eyes is yet another reason to wear sunglasses.

When you're choosing sunglasses, look for UV-protection details on product labels. Choose sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of both UVA and UVB rays. Skip sunglasses that are labeled "cosmetic" and those that don't offer details on UV protection.