Summer is here, and that has the FashioNZ team thinking about the must-have accessory for the summer months: sunglasses.  Sunglasses are an easy way to update your look and instantly add glamour to an outfit.  Here are their picks for the hottest trends in sunglasses this season.

Cat’s Eye
The ultimate in retro-chic, cat’s eye sunnies have been seen gracing many famous faces, from Michelle Williams to Lady Gaga.

Tom Ford, $350 (available from Sunglass Hut)

Oversized
This style is nothing new, but in the last few years, it has become apparent that oversized sunnies are here to stay.  We're definitely a fan of the oversized style – it gives you that touch of celebrity-style glamour (plus they’re great to hide behind if you’re feeling a bit under the weather after a late night!)  We love these styles from Michael Kors, available exclusively at Visique.

Michael Kors, $249-$299 (available from Visique)

Prints
It’s not often that prints are featured on eyewear, but when they do, they make a real statement.  This season, prints have been used on the front of sunglasses, as well as inside, for a fresh look.

Created by US graffiti artist Matt Moore, this unisex frame is part of Ray-Ban’s Rare Prints collection. Show your true colours with this bold, geometric print – exclusive to Sunglass Hut.

Ray-Ban Rare Prints, $269.90 (available from Sunglass Hut)

Inspired by the adventures of Alice in Wonderland, Versace has produced a collection of sunglasses featuring a ‘visual whirl’ of dazzling mini patterns. In this collection, the print has been used all over the sunglasses, on the temples, and inside the frames.

Versace, $549.90 (available from Sunglass Hut)

*Words and images courtesy of Beat PR and Sunglass Hut

Transparency
This trend is all about soft shapes, colours and textures. Subtle pastels are paired with metal detailing, with the sunglasses in this trend suiting most face shapes and complexions.

Part of Ray-Ban’s Aviator Family, the Road Spirit is a twist on the iconic sunglass model.

Ray-Ban, $369.0 (available from Sunglass Hut)

Tiffany, $549.90 (available from Sunglass Hut)

Known for its sleek, sophisticated frames, this Prada Sport frame boasts the perfect  balance between function and trend and is perfect for summer days.

Prada Sport, $430 (available from Sunglass Hut)

*Words and images courtesy of Beat PR and Sunglass Hut

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