The first time sporty, retro-futuristic wraparound shades went from being primarily the stuff of dads and cyclists to being recognised as cool was in the ’90s. (Thank Wesley Snipes’ character in Blade; Brad Pitt’s in Fight Club; and the era’s ravers for that.) Fast-forward to today – when the decade’s aesthetic is fuelling both Gen Zs and some of the most influential fashion designers and style stars around (hey Kim and Bella!) – and is it any surprise that they’re the accessory to be seen with on dancefloors again?
From top: Rubber (in red), Emporio Armani. Lady 95.22 in acetate, Dior. Rubber (in blue), Emporio Armani. Ve 02 in metal with mirrored lenses, Gentle Monster. Prada Runway in acetate with narrow fit (in black) and regular fit (in white), Prada. All clothes and other accessories, models’ own
Rubber, Emporio Armani
Prada Runway in acetate with goggle-shaped frames (worn on head), and with narrow fit (in black), Prada
(Left) Rubber, Emporio Armani. (Right) Ve 02 in metal with non-mirrored lenses, Gentle Monster
Lady 95.22 in acetate, Dior
Prada Runway in acetate with narrow fit, Prada
Skin Cat bio-based nylon sunglasses, $810, Balenciaga
Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello SL 557 Shade acetate sunglasses, $510, Saint Laurent
Thierry Lasry Mastermindy acetate sunglasses, $658.90, www.fwrd.com
Pleat Wraparound acetate sunglasses, $820, Bottega Veneta
Acetate sunglasses, $720, Gucci
Photography Aetll Styling Danessa Tong Models Aisyah Aziz, Keith Wong, Matty, Aetll, @Coffeesyafuncle & YK
This article is adapted from a story that first appeared in the Nov 2022 Party Edition of FEMALE