Spy the eyewear trends that have been making waves in 2025
At times, they're supersized supreme. Some lean sleek and chic. And if the time calls for it, a cat eye does it. Some accessories re-enter conversations with the seasons—like any current talk of a necktie—but ask any fashion-inclined individual and they'll never retire their favourite pair of eyewear. Perhaps interest in specific shapes or styles might wax and wane, but between one's opticals and a trusty pair of sunnies to keep close, there's no question that fashion's rotating slate of statement eyewear will continue to hold everyone's attention.
As we bask in the summer heat and the days grow longer, a dependable pair of protective sunglasses is something we all need. Some still prefer their sun shields on the oversized end, like Miley Cyrus's retro aviators run or Victoria Beckham's preference for the bug-eyed silhouette. Techwear or reflective eyewear still finds its moments for the occasion, like during Jennie's Coachella set to complete her Mugler archival fit. If logomania could ever be subtle, some notable designer brands have even found their way around to make it look chic again. Simply look at Chanel's spring/summer 2025 eyewear campaign for the collection, or the freshest bit of fashion fodder: Celine's recent spring/summer 2026 show by Michael Rider. Celine's latest spring/summer 2026 campaign. Courtesy of Celine Chanel's eyewear campaign featuring Lupita Nyong'O, for its spring/summer 2025 eyewear collection. Courtesy of Chanel
2024's prescription glasses craze continues to have a chokehold on the zeitgeist, albeit now in new iterations. Gentle Monster's newest entrance to the market includes their Pocket Collection, a foldable line of eyewear fronted by Aespa's Karina. Small, thin wired frames still reign everywhere, spotted in waves all through the fall/winter 2025 season, be it on the Prada runway or out on the streets. And if there's a colour of choice across the board for tinted sunglasses? A wash of yellow would be it.
As large frames are becoming chic again, and we anticipate small, foldable styles to take off, spy the eyewear trends that are taking us through the rest of 2025—and well into the next year. IMAXTree
1 / 33 Bug-eyed frames: Dolce&Gabbana
The oversized trend isn't going anywhere. In particular, bug-eyed silhouettes were spotted all over the runways across the fall/winter 2025 season—and most recently, Victoria Beckham stepped out donning her own retro-inspired pair. Getty
2 / 33 Bug-eyed frames: Victoria Beckham
3 / 33 Tom Ford sunglasses, $742
Available at Ssense. @katarinabluu
4 / 33 Foldable styles: Karina of Aespa
A pocketable, or perhaps, bag charm-able style. The new Pocket collection by Gentle Monster (and fronted by Karina) has certainly taken off—with its styles in demand everywhere. Be it for its chic appearance or portable nuance, it's already a design with potential for multiple re-iterations. Courtesy of Gentle Monster
5 / 33 Foldable styles: Gentle Monster Courtesy of Gentle Monster
6 / 33 Gentle Monster Tarx 02 glasses, $450
Available at Gentle Monster. Courtesy of Chanel
7 / 33 Geometric, angular shapes: Nana Komatsu for Chanel
Think squarish or geometric lines that frame the face. Statement making for sure. @min.nicha
8 / 33 Geometric, angular shapes: Minnie Courtesy of Prada
9 / 33 Prada Symbole sunglasses, $650
Available at Prada. Getty
10 / 33 Yellow-tinted sunglasses: Rihanna
If there's one hue favoured by designers across the board, it seems to be this retro-esque shade of yellow. Seen on celebrities everywhere—from Rihanna to Dua Lipa and G-Dragon—yellow-tinted shades are swinging back in style. IMAXTree
11 / 33 Yellow-tinted sunglasses: Nina Ricci Courtesy of Gucci
12 / 33 Gucci shield sunglasses, $512
Available at Ssense. IMAXTree
13 / 33 Oversized aviators: Loewe
Aviator styles are still going strong, but they don't necessarily have to be the old school pilot styles. A play on its inverted shape was spotted at Loewe's spring/summer 2025 show late last year, and the oversized aviator silhouette continues to have its hold on the market. Getty
14 / 33 Oversized aviators: Miley Cyrus Courtesy of Loewe
15 / 33 Loewe Hillock sunglasses, $620
Available at Loewe. Getty
16 / 33 The cat-eye: Ayo Edebiri
Safe to say, the cat-eye silhouette is a cult classic for the modern woman now. Courtesy of Celine
17 / 33 The cat eye: Celine Courtesy of Celine
18 / 33 Celine cat-eye sunglasses, $581
Available at Net-a-Porter. @jennierubyjane
19 / 33 Tech-inspired visors: Jennie
The futuristic vibes were popping off at Jennie's Coachella weekend set, props to her metallic moment for her Ruby stage. And across Courreges and Acne Studios's fall/winter 2025 shows, metallic and reflective visor styles were in tow. IMAXTree
20 / 33 Tech-inspired: Courreges Courtesy of Acne Studios
21 / 33 Acne Studios metal frame sunglasses, $730
Available at Acne Studios. Getty
22 / 33 Sleek, wired shades: Rachel Brosnahan
Keeping it chic and simple? A thin, wired pair does the trick to keep the sun at bay. IMAXTree
23 / 33 Sleek, wired shades: Tory Burch Courtesy of Oliver Peoples
24 / 33 Oliver Peoples x Khaite 1998C sunglasses, $660
Available at Farfetch. @defender
25 / 33 Slim, rectangular frames: Anya Taylor-Joy
Long, elongated styles are every It girl's official favourite, just ask Anya Taylor-Joy and Charli XCX. @charli_xcx
26 / 33 Slim, rectangular frames: Charli XCX Courtesy of Saint Laurent
27 / 33 Saint Laurent shades, $610
Available at Saint Laurent. IMAXTree
28 / 33 Not-so-subtle logos: Miu Miu
Logomania? Not quite. Subtle but certain, luxury brands are not shying away from putting their logos on full display—in line with the thick, sturdy frames that are coming back into style. @kristine_froseth
29 / 33 Not-so-subtle logos: Kristine Froseth Courtesy of Chanel
30 / 33 Chanel sunglasses, $740
Available at Chanel. IMAXTree
31 / 33 Small oval frames
Neither circular nor angular, the oval frame is fast becoming a street style favourite. Getty
32 / 33 Small oval frames: Olivia Rodrigo Courtesy of Jean Paul Gaultier
33 / 33 Jean Paul Gaultier sunglasses, $615
Available at Ssense.
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