How to Wear Sunglasses

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Practical, fashionable and trendy, sunglasses never go out of style. Sunglasses are a staple part of fashion, especially in the summer, and with countless ways of styling them, the possibilities are endless. If you want to know how you can wear your sunglasses, look no further.

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Wearing Different Types of Sunglasses

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    Choose aviator shades for a timeless style of sunglasses. They never go out of fashion, although they were particularly popular in the 50s. [1] The key features of aviator shades are their reflective, teardrop lenses, a thin metal frame and a double or triple nose bridge. [2]
    • Aviators are so versatile they go with most outfits, but they especially go well with more versatile outfits, like denim for a more casual look. [3]
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    Wear round sunglasses for a festival look. Round sunglasses are associated with the hippie or festival look and go well with a loose 60s-style outfit, but are also constantly being styled with modern clothes. [4]
    • Round sunglasses come in different sizes. Larger ones have a more glamorous look, whereas smaller ones are seen as more hipster and allow you to express yourself more. [5]
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    Sport cat-eye sunglasses to look effortlessly stylish. These give off a sophisticated look and come in a variety of different looks, with the thing that binds them all together being the upper outer corners being curved like a cat's eye. While they have never went out of style, they are most heavily associated with 50s fashion. [6]
  4. Wrap sunglasses are curved to provide peripheral coverage, making them good for sports. [7] Wrap sunglasses also have the benefit of fitting both smaller and larger head circumferences. [8]
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    Try square sunglasses for a versatile look. Square sunglasses suit every face shape and go with many outfits. They particularly look great with a celebrity-style look, as well as a 60s or 70s look.
    • If you want something softer, try rectangular shades. These draw more attention to the centre of the face. [9]
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    Experiment with different shapes of sunglasses. Sunglasses come in different shapes and styles. Some common fun shapes of sunglasses include hearts, stars, diamonds, butterfly and hexagons. Different shapes can add some more fun to your outfit. On top of this, the shape on your sunglasses can also match the rest of your outfit. For example, if you are wearing a top with diamonds, you can wear diamond-shaped sunglasses to match this.
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    Wear ladder shades. Also known as "shutter shades", these come in many colours and give a fun party-like look, but don't properly protect your eyes from the sun. This type of sunglasses come in different shapes and were last popular in the 2000s. [10] They work well with bright, colourful outfits.
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Picking the Best Sunglasses

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    Choose sunglasses that protect your eyes. It is one thing to look cool in sunglasses, but it is also important that they actually protect your eyes from the sun. Buy sunglasses that specify they have 100% UV protection. [11] Sunglasses may also mention a "category". Category zero is the lightest, and category four is the darkest. [12] Ideally, you should be getting category three or four sunglasses for protection on bright days.
    • Category four sunglasses aren't considered safe for driving as they are too dark. Categories zero to three are safe for driving. [13]
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    Find the correct size of sunglasses . You want sunglasses that aren't too tight, but also don't fall off your face. Sunglasses should be snug, but not tight. They should also generally not be wider than the widest part of your face. [14]
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    Wear the best sunglasses for your face shape. Some people find that certain sunglasses suit them better based on the shape of their face. Round sunglasses tend to compliment angular faces and square sunglasses tend to compliment round faces. [15] Cat-eye sunglasses work best for heart-shaped faces, especially with thicker frames and darkers. For oval-shaped faces, aviator shades work really well, as well as other types of sunglasses with thin frames. [16]
    • These are just recommendations. The best type of sunglasses are the ones you like best and make you feel the most confident.
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Styling Your Sunglasses

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    Coordinate the colour of your sunglasses with the rest of your outfit. Whether you choose to match your frames or lenses with your outfit, matching sunglasses with your outfit is something a lot of people don't consider, but it can take your outfit to a whole new level.
    • You can also specifically match your jewellery or accessories with your sunglasses. For example, you may want to wear an amber-coloured scarf with amber-coloured sunglasses.
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    Wear sunglasses that go with the rest of your outfit. While sunglasses are a very versatile accessory, you may wish to go for a specific look with them. For example, if you have retro sunglasses, you may want to wear wear a retro outfit, while you may want to pair modern sunglasses with a modern outfit. If you are wearing fun, colourful shades, pair them with a fun, colourful outfit. [17]
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    Wear your sunglasses on top of your head. While this is usually done when you're in the shade on an otherwise sunny day, this has become a look in its own right over the years. Just remember where they are. You should also ensure your sunglasses aren't too loose or too tight if you want to do this, as if they are too loose, they may fall off, and they may not fit if they are too tight.
    • Wearing sunglasses on your head for too long can stretch them. [18]
    • This is also a way to hold long hair out of your face. [19]
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    Hook your sunglasses to your shirt. [20] When it is less sunny, you can hook your sunglasses to the collar of your shirt for a more casual look. This also ensures you won't lose your sunglasses when you are not wearing them. You just have to ensure they are on securely so not to fall off. [21]
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    Put your sunglasses on a neck strap or lanyard. If you are prone to losing your glasses, a simple neck strap or lanyard can fix this. Neck straps are shorter but more comfortable to move around with, while lanyards allow for more customisation. [22]
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    Wear sunglasses with prescription glasses, if you have to. You can still wear sunglasses with your prescription glasses. There are some things you must consider, however. The sunglasses should be larger than your prescription glasses. They should also be the same shape and colour as your prescription glasses. You also want to wear fairly lightweight sunglasses to prevent headaches. [23]
    • If you don't like the idea of wearing both at the same time, you can wear prescription sunglasses, photochromic sunglasses, or clip-on sunglasses on your regular glasses. [24]
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    Wear primer, if you are wearing foundation. This prevents the friction from your sunglasses from ruining your makeup. Applying setting spray or using a matte foundation are also ways to do your makeup when you plan on wearing sunglasses . [25] You can also apply translucent powder with your foundation, which protects your makeup from humidity. [26]
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      • Wearing sunglasses indoors is usually considered rude. [27]
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      • Don't feel as if you have to overdo the accessories with your sunglasses. If you want your sunglasses to be best noticed, keep the accessories to a minimum. [28]
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      18. ↑ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-28590449
      19. ↑ https://rapplimited.com/blogs/guide/how-to-wear-sunglasses-stylishly
      20. ↑ https://www.audiologyandhearing.com/blog/bte-hearing-aids-with-glasses/

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