Sunglasses Spring ’17 trends: 10 of the best oversized aviators

Natalie Hanson   |   03-04-2017

10 of the best: oversized aviators

Ray-Ban

Prada

Saint Laurent

Bottega Veneta

Brioni

Cutler and Gross

Gucci

Oliver Peoples

Thom Browne

Tom Ford

10 of the best: oversized aviators

Spring is here and now is the perfect time to upgrade your frame-game in time for the sunnier weather. And we’ve got good news; the men’s sunglasses on offer this season are more versatile, bold and fun than ever! A pair of shades are a great way to upgrade your look and add a cool edge to your style. Aviator sunglasses rarely go out of style as they are perfect for adding a sporty relaxed edge to a simple outfit. The shape has evolved over time and this season the frames are bigger so they stand out from the classic aviator style. Click through our gallery for our top ten picks of this effortlessly cool shape!

Ray-Ban

1/10 The aviator is one of Ray-Ban’s most iconic designs. Here they have been updated with a larger frame and cutting-edge lenses.

Prada

2/10 Prada have updated the classic aviator silhouette with the addition of a transparent acetate browbar. These shades are the epitome of sporty on-trend style.

Saint Laurent

3/10 These Saint Laurent avaitors sunnies are classic and cool with elegant silver-tone frames and green lenses that would really complement those with an olive skin tone.

Bottega Veneta

4/10 Bottega Veneta is a pro at mastering classics and the aviator shape is no different. This pair, rendered in tortoiseshell acetate with brown lenses are a refined choice.

Brioni

5/10 Brioni's take on the aviator trend updates the classic style with brushed finish gunmetal-tone frames.

Cutler and Gross

6/10 The ombre lenses in these Cutler and Gross aviator shades are not only cool and stylish, the built in UV-protection shields the eyes from harmful sun rays.

Gucci

7/10 Gucci have gone for a bolder look with these aviators by adding a sleek black acetate frame trimed with their signature red and green colours.

Oliver Peoples

8/10 Oliver Peoples have kept this aviator style timeless in a tortoiseshell acetate and gold toned metal.

Thom Browne

9/10 These aviators by Thom Browne are complete with a striking brow bar for extra impact. The iridescent mirrored frames add extra edge and look great against the silver toned frames.

Tom Ford

10/10 These Tom Ford aviators would be a sophisticated addition to any stylish man’s spring wardrobe. The tan leather browband adds a luxe touch and the mirrored lenses have a teal sheen that goes with the gold frames perfectly.

Check out some other Spring trends for sunglasses here: 10 of the best round frames, 10 of the best brow-line shapes