Image courtesy Michael Kors Spring 2015 campaign.
Besides your passport, we're in agreement that the next most important travel accessory is a pair of stand-out sunnies. From concealing your jet-lagged eyes to shading you from the sun on the beach, they're pretty much an essential travel item. This summer it's all about sunglasses that make a statement. Think mirrored lenses, bright frames and retro-inspired shapes. We've picked our top 10 favourites for summer 2015 that meet every price point.
Why We Love Them: As with fashion this season retro-inspired accessories are on trend for the summer. These round sunglasses have a psychedelic vibe thanks to the rainbow lenses and are a playful way to incorporate this trend into your travel style.
Aldo Janie sunglasses, $12, aldoshoes.com
Why We Love Them: This pair of Fendi frames takes the cat-eye to the next level. Part-retro and definitely glamorous, people will be wondering who's behind the shades.
Fendi Crystal-embellished cat eye Optyl sunglasses, $495, net-a-porter.com
Why We Love Them: A softer take on the cat-eye style, a tortoise colour keeps it classic and will be great for years to come.
Michael Kors Miranda Collection Brazil Sunglasses, $285, michaelkors.ca
Why We Love Them: Metal framed sunglasses have been spotted everywhere from the runway to the street. We love the shape and touch of colour on this pair, plus at this price it's not a big commitment to try the trend.
ASOS Round Metal Sunglasses with High Metal Bar, $25.39, asos.com
Why We Love Them: Oversized with a vintage flair, these shades look good on basically everyone. Plus for every pair of TOMS sunglasses purchased, they'll help give sight to a person in need.
TOMS Margeaux Seaglass Champagne sunglasses, $139, toms.ca
Why We Love Them: What's not to love about these liquid gold frames? Bold and glamorous, it will be easy to play the part of the jet-setter.
Tory Burch TY6041 54, $195, sunglasshut.com
Why We Love Them: It's never a bad idea to have a pair of oversized sunglasses in your arsenal of travel accessories. They've become a classic shape and in this pink shade, are a statement-making pair.
Lavin Round-Frame Acetate sunglasses, $166.25, theoutnet.com
Why We Love Them: Mirrored lenses instantly make an impact and in a retro round shape that's very on-trend right now will make a serious style-statement.
Ray Ban Round Flash Lenses in Violet, $215, ray-ban.com
Why We Love Them: For a more subtle statement, try pastel hued frames with an interesting shape, like this pair from Marshalls. A lighter colour also makes it easier to pair with your summer wardrobe.
Marshalls sunglasses, $16.99, similar styles available at Marshalls
Why We Love Them: For those who are colour-phobes when it comes to accessories, think about making a statement with the shape of your shades. We promise a pair of octagon frames like these will do the trick.
Elizabeth and James Lane Octagon-frame acetate sunglasses, $165, net-a-porter.com
