Sunglasses for 2012

Like skin, even eyes need protection whenever you step out in the sun, and the only way to protect them is by wearing sunglasses. Sunglasses are not just a fashion accessory anymore, they are extremely useful in protecting the eyes from UV rays and other pollutants in the atmosphere. Coming back to fashion, it is just February now and soon sunny days would be back again. In other words, it is the season of sunglasses and now is the perfect time to shop for them.

Here are the most popular brands in the fashion world which showcase an amazing collection of sunglasses for both men and women.

Popular brands of Sunglasses in 2012

GIORGIO ARMANI

POLICE

RAY BAN

TOMMY HILFIGER

OAKLEY

DOLCE & GABBANA

CALVIN KLEIN

PRADA

RALPH LAUREN

DKNY

FOSSIL

X LOOP

SERENGETI

GUCCI

CHRISTIAN DIOR

BOLLE SPORTS AND BOLLE KING

FENDI

Popular Sunglasses for 2012

There are two types of UV rays which affect the eyes; UV-A and UV-B. Too much unprotected exposure to these rays lead to wrinkling around the eye area and eye damage to a greater extent. It's important that you buy sunglasses which have UV filtration in it if you want to have good and healthy eyes. Here's a look at the latest trends of sunglasses which you can wear this season.

Retro Sunglasses

The statement "Old is Gold" obviously means something in the fashion industry because more and more people are showing their interest in retro fashion. These frames and shades are expected to be in high demand because of their affordable pricing and great quality. The style started out in the 50s' and 60s' and became a rage when music stars started wearing them, adding to its brand value. It had disappeared from the fashion world for sometime but is back now and is certainly in great demand. People who want to flaunt something unique this summer should obviously go for the retro look and you can find them in all shapes and sizes. Popular brands include Gucci, Dolce & Gabbanna, Marc Jacobs and Versace.

Sports Sunglasses

They have never been out of fashion and they never will be. Ideally suited for casually styled men and women, sports shades offer different type of stylish frames which never go out of fashion. These sunglasses are available in multi-color lenses and are favorite among teens and young adults. Their multi-color lenses make them unnoticeable and can they suit perfectly on a bright colored attire. Popular brands include Prada Sports, Ray Ban, Carrera Sports, Nike, Adidas and Hugo Boss.

Big & Bold Sunglasses

A favorite among celebrities, corporate honchos and the rich and famous, these frames are huge and have darker shades. They have been a favorite among the young and elderly and continue to remain so. They are usually worn by socialites in afternoon and morning events and people mostly wear them during wine festivals and horse races. A symbol of richness and fashion, ideally suited for women who love fashion, glamor and Hollywood. Popular brands include Oakley, Bvlgari, Prada, Ralph Lauren and Fendi.

Shield Sunglasses

Another celebrity favorite, Shields are a good choice for 2012. It is gathering fans all over due to its single piece lens that covers both the eyes comfortably. These sunglasses perfectly fit people with a heart-shaped or oval face. The style is particularly popular among people who are avid bikers and cyclists. It is often said the look of Shield sunglasses is inspired from the Aviator which makes it a suitable buy for both men and women who want to have an impressive personality. Go and try the latest frames and colors of Shield shades and see which one suits you the best. Popular brands include; Police, Calvin Klein, Puma, Benetton, Guess, Armani Exchange and Tommy Hilfiger.

Aviator Sunglasses

Although, they are known as a fashion statement today, Aviators were specifically designed for Air-Force pilots, and the first pair was designed by Ray Ban in the late 1930s. Aviator sunglasses protected pilots eyes from the harsh glare of the sun. The dark lenses also prevented people from making a direct eye contact with the wearer, thus making them an authoritative personality. These sunglasses became a rage among youngsters after Tom Cruise wore it in the movie "Top Gun" and it still remains popular among men and women till date. Popular brands include Giorgio Armani, Ray Ban, Dolce & Gabbana, Fossil, DKNY, YSL, Dior, Roberto Cavalli and Burberry.

Hope you have enjoyed reading this article on sunglasses trends for the upcoming season. The fashion market is filled up with wide variety of sunglasses for men and women, so to protect those beautiful eyes make sure you choose the right pair.