Many people say the cherry on top of an outfit is shoes, but if you ask me, it's the sunglasses. Sunglasses can take your look to the next level. They're the final piece that pulls everything together and, naturally, ups your cool factor. While it's pretty obvious at this point that I'm a sunglasses lover, I have discovered so many affordable sunglasses brands that it just wouldn't be fair not to share them with you.
Keep scrolling to see which six sunglasses brands I won't shut up about.
Le Specs
This celebrity-loved sunglass brand has been spotted on all of your favorite It girls, from Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid to Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The French eyewear brand is focused on making eyewear that is affordable yet elevated with so many styles all under $100. I'm a huge fan of Le Specs and collect a new pair each summer. This year, my eyes are on the red Outta Love pair linked below.
Aire
This genderless, timeless eyewear brand has quickly become one of my favorites when it comes to affordable sunnies. Designed in Sydney, Australia, Aire carries a wide array of sunglasses, from trendier Y2K styles to more classic frames, so no matter your sunglass style, Aire has a pair for you—not to mention the under-$100 price point.
Fifth and Ninth
Fifth and Ninth has been on my radar all year, but now that it's summer, I'm really paying attention. While this brand makes other accessories, I'm obsessed with its sunglasses. It keeps a finger on the pulse of what's trending in eyewear and is constantly dropping new must-have styles. If you haven't tried this New York–based accessory brand, I'd get on it ASAP.
Otra
This family-run eyewear brand has totally knocked my socks off. I'm super impressed by the array of frames and lenses it offers. This brand designs its sunglasses with the goal of framing and accentuating the face, not hiding it. My favorite pair at the moment is the LuLu.
Chimi
Founded in 2016 in Stockholm, Chimi is a ready-to-wear brand that also sells stellar sunglasses. It has a certain effortlessly cool feel, which is what attracted me to it—that and the affordable price tag. The 11 sunglasses are high up on my wish list.
Ray-Ban
This classic American eyewear brand has been loved by celebrities, fashion people, and basically everyone for decades now. With a low-key luxury feel, Ray-Ban is certainly not the most affordable brand in this lineup, but it certainly is the most iconic. I've been wearing Ray-Bans since high school, and I still love them. I have a feeling I'll be wearing this brand for life.
