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Cat eye sunglasses have always been a staple sunglass style because of their universally flattering shape. Whether they’re oversized, chunky frames or tiny frames that barely cover your eyes, cat eye sunglasses are characterized by their winged perimeter.
Even if you’re not a fan of the tiny cat eye sunglasses celebrities like Rihanna, Beyonce, and Kendall Jenner have been sporting for the past few summers, there are still a vast range of cat eyes you can choose from. Cat eye sunglasses were popularized by silver screen actresses in the 1950s, but don’t think retro shades are your only option. Whether you prefer rimless, neon, translucent, or sporty sunglasses, you’ll be sure to find a vintage-inspired pair of cat eyes that will become your beach-going fave!
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Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$40 at the time of publication
If you’re looking for a rose-gold moment, these are the sunglasses for you! It features a rosy copper frame, dusty pink lenses, and, of course, a subtle cat eye shape. Pair these shades from Mango with rose gold jewelry for a luxurious warm-weather look.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at shop.mango.com.
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Bella Slim Oval Sunglasses
$14 at the time of publication
These. These are the skinny sunglasses that took over Instagram the summer of 2018 and have no sign of losing popularity. You either love or hate these tiny shades, but you can’t deny they’re begging to be perched on your nose and paired with a red beret for a look that says, “I’m an artiste.”
These cat eye sunglasses are available at urbanoutfitters.com.
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Frayrs Jade Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$60 at the time of publication
Hop on the transparent rims trend with these peachy-keen sunnies from Anthropologie! Pair them with a flowy sundress and sandals, or take them to the beach for a relaxing day under an umbrella.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at anthropologie.com.
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GUESS 51mm Cat Eye Sunglasses
$25 at the time of publication
Red sunglasses are one of high fashion’s most loved accessories— be inspired by their retro elegance with this chunky cat eye pair from GUESS.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at nordstromrack.com.
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Camilla Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$18 at the time of publication
If you’re a tortoiseshell fan, you’ll love these dramatically winged cat eye sunglasses from Urban Outfitters. The Camilla Cat-Eye Sunglasses aren’t mini or oversized, but a perfect in-between with a shape that’s just plain flattering.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at urbanoutfitters.com.
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FENDI FF0357 Cat-Eye-Frame Sunglasses
$265 at the time of publication
FENDI’s latest sunglasses collection takes cat eye sunglasses literally with frames that end in triangles resembling cat ears. This pair embraces its feline inspiration by embellishing its “ears” with luxurious triangular crystals.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at selfridges.com.
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Lita Sunglasses in Havana
$325 at the time of publication
Ditch the winged eyeliner for these alluring winged sunglasses at Need Supply. Their dramatic frames make for a badass yet chic look.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at needsupply.com.
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Rainbow Heart Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$18 at the time of publication
Get ready for Pride Month in these heart-shaped cat eye sunnies! Their transparent rainbow gradient frames make for the perfect show-stopping parade gear.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at urbanoutfitters.com.
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Linda Farrow 856 C7 Cat-Eye Titanium Sunglasses
$730 at the time of publication
These gorgeous stained-glass-inspired lenses look straight out a museum! Their geometric titanium frames surround dual-toned “shards” of lens, making for a stunningly artistic pair of sunglasses. And don’t be fooled by the lenses’ light appearances— they’re optimized for protection against UV rays.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at selfridges.com.
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Cara Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$16 at the time of publication
These sunglasses have a combination of oval and cat eye frames that are flattering to a vast range of face shapes. Their frames are a unique shade of milky beige, and their dark lenses are 100% UVA/UVB protected.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at urbanoutfitters.com.
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Premium Metal Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$10 at the time of publication
If you’re ready to fully lean into the tiny sunglasses trend, this is the pair for you. They may only be big enough to cover half of your eyes, but they are an undeniably bold fashion statement! And with a price tag of only $9.90, you may as well try out these dramatic shades!
These cat eye sunglasses are available at forever21.com.
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Vince Camuto Metal Backframe Butterfly Sunglasses
$25 at the time of publication
Can’t decide between rose gold or gold sunnies? These duochrome Vince Camuto shades are for you! When facing these sunglasses head-on, they may look like your average mirrored, rimless, rose gold shades, but when facing them from an angle, their lenses appear gold-green.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at nordstromrack.com.
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Thierry Lasry Morphology Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$490 at the time of publication
We’ve heard of rimless sunglasses and sunglasses with transparent frames, but what about sunglasses with hollow rims? The intricate titanium frames of this Thierry Lasry pair are inspired by 50’s pop art and invoke a show-stopping, avant-garde look.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at selfridges.com.
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Slick Mono-Cut Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$16 at the time of publication
We bet you’ve never seen sunglasses as unique as these! These space-age neon sunglasses will be your secret weapon this festival season. Pair them with a 90s windbreaker, a tye-dye tee, or holographic accessories for a fun, out-of-this-world look.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at urbanoutfitters.com.
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Alexander McQueen Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses
$345 at the time of publication
These Alexander McQueen sunglasses are clean, retro, and classy. It features black acetate frames and black lenses with just the right amount of subtle gold detailing, and its rounded cat eye frames are specially crafted to be universally flattering. These are the perfect pair of shades to keep in your car for fashionable eye protection!
These cat eye sunglasses are available at modaoperandi.com.
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Dolce & Gabbana 57mm Cat Eye Sunglasses
$90 at the time of publication
You won’t be able to take your eyes off these stunning sunglasses from Dolce & Gabbana! They aren’t your average cat eye shades— they feature ribbed metal detailing, rose gold frames, and matte black to pink gradient lenses. Their nose pads ensure you can wear these sunglasses comfortably for long periods of time, and their 100% UVA/UVB protection let you stay in the sun all day without tiring your eyes.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at nordstromrack.com.
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Acne Studios Astaria Sunglasses
$360 at the time of publication
The tiniest of tiny sunglasses, this pair from Acne Studios is surprisingly bold. It features silver metal frames and purple tinted lenses that give these shades a luxurious look. Pair them with an all-black outfit to make these sunnies stand out, or with bright, neon colors for a bold yet fun look.
These cat eye sunglasses are available at shopbop.com.
