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14 sunglasses we can get behind every season of the year

14 sunglasses we can get behind every season of the year

Summer’s in full throttle, friends. And with great summer fun comes great responsibility—namely having a sweet pair of shades over those beautiful eyeballs of yours.

Whether you’re exercising in the great outdoors or just drinkin’ beers on your lawn, these 14 models from our favorite brands will serve you well and continue to do so throughout fall, winter and spring, too.


Howler Brothers San Gabriel Shirt

AXE

Shred Optics | $160

Offered in eight different sexy colorways, the AXE will help you chop through any adventure in style with its timeless Wayfarer look. It’s about more than style, too; NODISTORTION tech prevents lenses from warping over time (you knew sunglass lenses warp, right?), steel temple sections keep ’em sturdy, an acetate coating prevents wear and tear and they’re handmade in Italy so you know they’re good.

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Oakley Latch Square PRIZM Daily Polarized sunglasses

Jawbreaker Prizm

Oakley | $230

Enter the brand-new Jawbreaker Prizm, a big-lensed, snug-fitting pair of shades with a bit of retro flair. They’re equipped with the crowd-pleasing Prizm lens, which means they have unbelievably enhanced color and contrast, and additionally feature perfectly grippy ear and nose pads. This model is also part of the Green Fade Collection, featuring the same green used on some of Oakley’s very first shades.

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Oakley Latch Square PRIZM Daily Polarized sunglasses

Stacker

Electric | $180-260

These shades from Electric include all sorts of modern features that just make sense: removable eye masks to block out dust, wind and snow; anti-slip nose and temple grips; lens ventilation; leash holes; and durable plastic hinges. They’re also made of tough, yet lightweight and flexible Grilamid plastic that’ll hold up throughout any adventure.

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Dragon EnduroX sunglasses 2016

Whistler

Spy | $170

This aviator-style model from Spy is noteworthy above all reasons for its Happy Lens, which enhances color and contrast remarkably well while nixing harmful UV rays. Those lenses also come in a plethora of vivid colors that scream “I am one stylish and badass Mo-Fo—get outta my way.” They’re light, they’re durable and they’re just a real winner all around.

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Dragon EnduroX sunglasses 2016

Marquis

Dragon | $180

Take it back to the old school with the vintage- and Italian-style Marquis. They’re made of extra-durable Grilamid plastic and accompanied by great features like sturdy hinges and lenses with full UV protection. Perhaps the coolest spec of all: they float. So, if you have a mishap while out on the water, they’ll resurface and save you a dive-search. Take ’em surfin’, take ’em raftin’, take ’em wherever you please.

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Revo Kash sunglasses 2016

Comstock

Smith | $99-169

Staying true to Smith’s top-notch reputation for active eyewear, the Comstock offers a great blend of style and function. These are sleek enough for the city streets, indeed, but built to take on all of the outdoors’ elements swimmingly, too. Enjoy its thick and durable frame—available in eight different colors—paired with a variety of lens options including Smith’s color- and contrast-enhancing ChromaPop lens.
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Trew Superlight NuYarn Merino Pocket T Shirt

Big Buck Hunter

Pit Viper | $59

Stand out from the crowd and party on with the Big Buck Hunter from Pit Viper. This company stands for all-things-fun and nothing else, and you’ll absolutely channel that energy into your own lifestyle with these things on your face. The Big Buck Hunter also has a very attractive price point—backed up by a tough-to-top warranty program. Bonus: these things look pretty dang sweet on the slopes, too.

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Trew Superlight NuYarn Merino Pocket T Shirt

Lyric

Scott | $70

Great for the active lifestyle, yet fashionable enough for any other occasion, Scott’s Lyric sunglass is a stellar do-it-all product. The lenses are distortion-free and offer full UV protection; the thermal frames are super durable; and the arms have special notches in ’em to hang onto your ears perfectly.

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Armada Zone Tech Tee

Drake

Revo | $350

Yes, the Drake from Revo has a higher price tag than your run-of-the-mill gas station glasses, but once you wear ’em everyday, you can’t live without ’em. Not to mention, $10 from every transaction goes towards the Brien Holden Vision Institute, which helps folks with impaired vision gain access to eye care. Revel in the Drake’s scratch-resistant crystal glass lenses and vintage look, and feel proud knowing you helped fund a great cause.

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The North Face Short-Sleeve Crag Tee

Require

POC | $220

POC’s Require is a no-frills sunglass that works for any occasion—from the trail to the streets. It’s made up of durable Grilamid plastic and high quality Zeiss lenses, topped off by a classy matte finish that’s ridiculously sleek. Additionally, keep in mind that POC is a Sweden-based company, and everything the Swedes make is guaranteed to be stylin’.

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Strafe Scout Jacket 2016

527

Bollé | $90

The 527 was a popular model back in the 80s, but it was replaced by other sunglasses as time went on and subsequently faded away. Now, it’s back for well-deserved vengeance as one of Bollé’s best-selling models. Rocking distortion-free lenses and a lightweight, durable nylon frame, they have that classic Bollé style with a new twist of tech. They’re also offered in 10 different colors so everyone can find their look.

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Flylow Templeton Riding Hoody

Polarized Moonshine Fort Knocks

Knockaround | $30

Those who can’t quite pull off some of these more expensive glasses will be happy with the Polarized Moonshine Fort Knocks. They’re affordable, they’re stylish, they have polarized lenses that are impact-resistant and UV-protected and they have a smooth matte finish. They might be cheap, but they sure don’t look or feel like it thanks to the good folks at Knockaround.

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Pladra Leon - Smokey Blue Flannel

Foxtails

Sunski | $58

Another solid, affordable sunglass option is Sunski’s Foxtails. These things are groovy as can be—straight out of Cali—offered in three unique colorways. Lenses are also polarized and frames are made of hand-polished polycarbonate. Last but not least, 1 percent of all Sunskis sales go towards various environmental organizations around the globe.

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Howler Brothers Damian Stretch Boardshorts

Pilot Horizon

Vuarnet | $320-360

Vuarnet is a brand that serves as a bridge between the fashion world and the ski world, and the Pilot Horizon is a great example of why that reputation exists. They’re functional enough to go shred in like many folks have for years, but simultaneously stylish enough to hit the runway. With an acetate coating for durability and an included leash for hangin’ ’em off your neck, you can’t go wrong with these puppies.

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