Shield Sunglasses Are Getting Maximum Exposure Right Now

Get into a sporty-meets-futuristic frame of mind.

High coverage. Credit: Gucci
High coverage. Credit: Gucci

Just like how activewear has spilt over into our wardrobe, sporty shield sunglasses have increasingly become a popular choice among those who want to up their accessories game today.

Bold rimless frames sported at the Spring/Summer 2021 catwalks (clockwise from top left): Saint Laurent, Rick Owens, Gucci, Tod's, Burberry and Roberto Cavalli.

Courtesy of brands and Showbit

Originally worn by cyclists, skiers and the ilk, the typically rimless, wraparound and oversized eyewear style have swapped their utilitarian and high-coverage factor for a cool retro-futuristic vibe, co-opted by street style fiends and brands such as Gucci, Blumarine and Burberry this season.

To jumpstart your collection of these big sunglass frames, we have selected some options out in the market right now. Scroll on for a look.


Metal sunglasses, $590, Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen
1/8

Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello acetate sunglasses, $630, Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent
2/8

Nylon sunglasses, $630, Balenciaga

Balenciaga
3/8

Acetate sunglasses, $710, Bottega Veneta

Bottega Veneta
4/8

Metal sunglasses, $730, Chanel

Chanel
5/8

Nylon sunglasses, $350, Burberry

Burberry
6/8

Metal sunglasses, $501, Versace

Versace
7/8

Metal sunglasses, $590, Loewe

Loewe
8/8
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