A pair of stylish sunglasses is up there with your handbag and shoes, as an essential accessory that's not only super chic, but also statement-making. Find out what your favorite sunnies reveal about you.
They're all the rage, thanks to Hollywood "It" girls such as Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton who have been seen sporting larger-than-life sunnies. These super-size specs are chic, glamorous and sexy -- the must-have accessory for the bold fashionista.
How to wear them: Oversized shades are flattering for most women and make a large face appear more petite. For a vintage-inspired look, opt for light-colored frames such as white or peach.
They've evolved to become a unisex style, but aviator shades were traditionally worn by air force pilots -- think Tom Cruise in Top Gun. Even now, these masculine shades still evoke power and confidence.
How to wear them: Try graduated shades (like Victoria Beckam) for a modern touch. If you have a narrow forehead and a strong jawline, "aviator styles with a straight top are a good choice to add width to your forehead and soften the lines of your cheeks and chin," says Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist.
Sunglasses with a black or tortoise-shell frame and ovalish or rectangular rims are understated and timeless, and portray effortless elegance.
How to wear them: For a polished look, choose dark lenses to go with these classic frames. Play up your face shape with the right frame: "Round faces look best with straight, squared-off frames," advises Andy Paige, author of Style On A Shoestring. If you have a heart-shaped face, look for frames that are wider at the bottom. Frames with a straight top and a curved bottom (as sported by Zoe Saldana) flatters diamond-shaped faces.
Small, circular frames are reminiscent of the sixties era (a la John Lennon) and thus often associated with creativity and being artsy. Stars including Lady Gaga and Mary-Kate Olsen have been spotted with these boho-chic shades.
How to wear them: Very round glasses are not for everyone. "Square faces with a sharp jaw and angular lines are softened by round lenses," explains Andy Paige, author of Style On A Shoestring, and therefore look best in them.
Wraparound shades (as seen on Sarah Jessica Parker) give a sporty edge and say you're an active, adventurous person. They're a functional, relaxed choice for women on-the-go.
How to wear them: If you're an outdoorsy person, do invest in good sun-protective lenses.
Which one is more suitable or you prefer the most?
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