Sunglasses are an essential part of any wardrobe. They elevate your style and provide essential UV protection.
Finding the perfect pair of shades can seem overwhelming. With so many styles and colors to choose from it can be difficult to find the right fit.
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of our top sunglasses for men and women in 2022. Our picks are based on industry research and customer reviews. We’ve poured over hundreds of options to find sunglasses that provide the best value, quality, functionality, and style.
We’ve chosen AC Lens as our primary retailer for this list of sunglasses. They were the first online retailer of eye accessories, starting in 1995. We’ve chosen them because:
They have a versatile product catalog
Their prices are consistently lower than competitors
They have been at the top of their industry for 25+ years
They have a good return policy and highly rated customer service
They have standard, expedited, and overnight shipping options (plus free shipping on orders over $99)
They are listed as an out-of-network provider for major vision plans such as Spectera by United Healthcare, VSP, EyeMed, and Davis Vision
You can trust AC Lens for all your eyewear needs. They have a wide variety of prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses at affordable prices.
Now without any further ado, let’s jump into the best sunglasses for men and women in 2022.
They’ve been worn by cultural icons for decades. They are one of the most versatile frames available.
They can give off a retro or modern look depending on your outfit. G-15 Lens technology absorbs 85 percent of visible light and most blue light. The green lenses provide exceptional color contrast and clarity of vision so you get a more “natural” vision.
Oakley Flak 2.0 XL glasses feature extended lens coverage. These frames are lightweight and durable. Unobtainium earsocks and nose pads increase your comfort and performance. You can wear these on the course all day.
They provide 100% UVA, UVB, UVC protection, as well as harmful blue light up to 400nm. Their Iridium lens coating reduces glare. Oakley’s Three-Point Fit keeps the frames tight to your face and aligns the lenses in optimal position. All this adds up to the best lenses for a day fishing, whether in the shallow or deep sea.
Oakley Fuel Cells extend your peripheral view. They provide 100% UVA, UVB, UVC protection, as well as harmful blue light up to 400nm. Their Iridium lens coating reduces glare.
Oakley’s Three-Point Fit keeps the frames tight to your face and aligns the lenses in optimal position. All this adds up to the best lenses for a day fishing, whether in the shallow or deep sea.
We had to go outside of AC Lens for this one. Tifosi sport sunglasses have been making waves in the running world. They are designed to stay in place and provide 100% protection from UV rays. The hydrophilic rubber nose pads are soft, comfortable, and provide excellent grip so they don’t slip when you sweat.
Oakley Radar EV Path sunglasses are engineered for maximum airflow.
This keeps sweat away from your eyes. Their Prizm lens also manipulates the light spectrum and maximizes contrast, keeping your vision crystal clear. Rimless frames allow you to see any obstacles in your path. The new taller lens extends the upper field of vision.
These Lunettos Stanley frames are a modern take on the classic aviator style. They have a metal frame and are available in non-prescription or prescription lenses.
Round faces look best in rectangular frames. These Lunettos Chris frames are versatile. They can be used for sports or on a day-to-day basis. They are available in non-prescription or prescription lenses.
These browline frames are a classic style. The clubmaster style frames are timeless. Available in white, blue, or black frames, they’ll add style to any outfit, casual or formal.
These shades are a modern take on the classic aviator style.
The contemporary design features large lenses, but with a less prominent teardrop shape. This makes them compliment most face shapes. This pair of glasses is sure to make you stand out in a unique, contemporary style.
The Revo Relay is a modern aviator frame scaled down for smaller faces. The lenses provide a huge field of vision. The Revo Light Management System provides superior protection and the sharpest possible vision in any light condition. These shades look great and will keep your eyes safe and your vision crisp on any road.
These new Ray-Bans feature a sleek flat lens-over-frame design. The oversized frames, mirrored lenses and full-metal structure come together to form a unique vintage-cool style.
We had to stray from our featured retailer to bring you these sunglasses. Goodr has been making waves in the running, cycling, golf, and fashion communities since they began in 2015.
They are inexpensive, well-made, polarized, stay firmly in place, and come in a huge variety of colors. If you’re looking for a quality pair of sunglasses for under $40, this is the brand for you.
The classic wayfarer shape is a top pick for women with round faces. These stylish sunglasses work with any outfit, whether you’re dressing up or down. The New Wayfarers are slightly smaller and feature a softer eye shape.
Oval faces look great in square frames. That’s why we chose the Lunettos Kira frame for this category. They have a classic square frame with slightly extended temple to set themselves apart from the crowd. They are available in tortoiseshell, black, or brown gradient colors.
These Hepburn cat-eye frames feature a beautiful, slightly upswept design.
They have an old-school hollywood style that has returned to contemporary fashion. Their polarized lenses protect your eyes and provide stunning visual clarity.
As you can tell, we’re in love with these Lunettos Stanley aviator frames. The unisex design looks great on everyone. And with 5 colors to choose from, you’ll be able to find the perfect pair to match your style.
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Melody Huang is an optometrist and freelance health writer. Through her writing, Dr. Huang enjoys educating patients on how to lead healthier and happier lives. She also has an interest in Eastern medicine practices and learning about integrative medicine. When she’s not working, Dr. Huang loves reviewing new skin care products, trying interesting food recipes, or hanging with her adopted cats.
Michael is the content strategist and a lead content writer for Vision Center. With eight years of experience in the world of content strategy and creation, Michael specializes in medical copywriting and advanced research methodologies.
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