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The 12 Best Sunglasses for Men for 2022

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Finding and choosing the right sunglasses should be your style staple this 2022. Not only do they provide much-needed protection for your eyes from harmful UV rays, but the right pair of shades — whether round or square — is the sartorial finishing touch to every outfit. Sunglasses are the make-or-break accessory in every man’s wardrobe, even if you’re lounging in the pool, wingmanning weddings, or stylishly running errands.

If you lean toward more traditional styles, you can’t go wrong with a universally flattering wayfarer, aviator, or beach-ready clubmaster. More trend-savvy? We’ve found shield-inspired sport shades and colored tinted lenses at all price points. Whether you love classic or trendy looks, we handpicked the best sunglasses for men to keep you stylish for 2022.

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Clubmaster

Banana Republic Glen Sunglasses


Equipped with European gradient lenses for maximum UV protection, Banana Republic’s Glen shades are the perfect sunnies. They come with a hard leather case and a monogrammed shammy.

Gucci Clubmaster Sunglasses


Gucci continues its reign as the most sought-after luxury brand for good reason. These black, gold, and tortoise frames are guaranteed to make heads turn, especially if you sport an oval or round face shape.

Sport

Oakley Evzero Blade Sunglasses

Oakley’s sporty shades are back in style in a big way. The pair juxtaposes fashion and sport performance as it takes inspiration from global influencers and streetwear culture. They’re ideal for outdoor sports and adventures, thanks to their secure Unobtainium nose pads and temples and color-enhancing Prizm lenses.

H&M Sunglasses


Need a new pair of multifunctional outdoor sport sunglasses for your adventures? We suggest getting the H&M Sunglasses. Not only do the H&M Sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun, but they are also an easy way to try the throwback athletic trend with minimum investment.

Round

Ray-Ban Round Metal in Gold and Green

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If you’ve always wanted to own a solid pair of round sunglasses, consider picking up Ray-Ban’s retro Round Metal Sunglasses — which feature adjustable nose pads and comfy metal temples with plastic tips — for an unexpected pop of color.

Aviators

Calvin Klein Aviator Sunglasses


With this pair’s adjustable nose pads and lightweight construction, the teardrop lenses from Calvin Klein will be your wear-everywhere men’s aviator sunglasses.

Ahlem Place De La Concorde Sunglasses

The Ahlem Place De La Concorde Sunglasses in Brushed Champagne variant.
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Luxury eyewear brand Ahlem is known for its modern, oversized take on the aviator, and the brushed champagne colorway is the ultimate splurge. Handmade in France with precious metals, the quality of these sunglasses is a cut above the rest.

Warby Parker Raider Sunglasses in Polished Silver


Designed to be an always-on-hand fashion staple, these handsome Warby Parker frames will always feel good to wear. Depending on your visual needs, you can choose between non-prescription, single-vision, progressive, and reader lenses.

Tom Ford Gerrard Sunglasses in Gradient Havana


Tom Ford is known to set the style bar for sunglasses. If you don’t mind purchasing a luxe pair of sunglasses to complete your look, the Gerrard sunglasses are a great option, featuring a double bridge and signature T at the temple.

Square

Moscot Yontif Sunglasses in Crystal

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Family-owned New York eyewear brand Moscot makes high-quality acetate frames in a range of optimistic colorways. The Moscot Yontif Sunglasses in Crystals is one such example. The sunnies include denim blue CR-39 lenses, with two diamond rivets adorning the pair’s front and temples. Wear these funky sunglasses when hanging with your friends, and watch yourself become the life of the party.

Rhude x Thierry Lasry Rhevision Sunglasses in Black & Yellow

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Thierry Lasry, a French designer, is recognized for his high-quality, handmade-in-France frames. Available in different colors, these bold sunglasses from Lasry’s collaboration with emerging label Rhude are a surefire way of upgrading your style during special occasions.

Crap Eyewear The Nu Bloom in Brushed Gold & Dark Tortoise

Built from optical-grade materials, the Nu Bloom promises unrivaled durability and comfort, as well as optimal UV protection to the wearer. Don these modern rectangle shades to subtly mix up your style this season or evoke a retro vibe.

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