Aviators still the last word in sunglasses, from Tom Cruise's classic Ray-Bans in the Top Gun films to Pedro Pascal's designer shades – plus models by Louis Vuitton and Cartier
Aviators have long been a signature look in sunglasses. For confirmation, just look at the long career of action man
Tom Cruise . He wore classic Ray-Ban Aviators in the original 1986 blockbuster Top Gun, and 36 years later, donned the very same model for 2022's Top Gun: Maverick. Not that Ray-Bans are your only option …
1. Linda Farrow Jarvis
Linda Farrow Jarvis sunglasses. Photo: Handout
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These Jarvis sunglasses (US$911) are from luxury eyewear specialist Linda Farrow – superbly fashioned pieces designed in London and made in Japan. Actor
Pedro Pascal wore a similar pair in Los Angeles this spring.
2. Ray-Ban Aviators
Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses. Photo: Handout
Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses (US$157), available at Mr Porter, are classic and made to last. Then, of course, there is the aforementioned Tom Cruise connection, the leading man having worn them in Top Gun films 36 years apart. They feature refined design details, including polished gold metal frames and green lenses.
3. Cartier Eyewear
Cartier Eyewear Pilot-frame sunglasses. Photo: Handout
Cartier Eyewear's designs are just as striking as the maison's signature timepieces. These Pilot-frame sunglasses (US$1,280) are accented with exposed screw details and a sophisticated brow bar.
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