Retro Sunglasses

• What are retro (or retro-style) sunglasses?

  Retro sunglasses are stylish, new eyewear designs that draw from iconic styles of past decades. Such as aviator, cat-eye, Wayfarer, round, or bug-eye. They are made today using modern materials, like lightweight plastics or metal, complete with UV protection.

• Are retro-style sunglasses the same as vintage?

  Not exactly. Retro-style sunglasses are brand-new frames made today with a vintage-inspired look—think aviator or cat-eye—with modern materials and full UV protection. Vintage sunglasses, however, are genuine, original pieces from past decades.

  
  

  Retro = today's frames with a nostalgic look

  
  

  Vintage = authentic, older eyewear from past eras

  
  
  

  Choose retro if you want the style without sacrificing comfort or safety. Choose vintage if you're hunting for real-era collectibles.

• What retro sunglasses styles are popular now?

  Aviator: The classic teardrop shape, still trending since the '70s

  
  

  Cat-eye: A feminine lift from the '50s and '60s

  
  

  Wayfarer: Bold, chunky frames from the '50s revival in the '80s

  
  

  Oversized/Bug-eye: A '70s/'80s staple making a comeback

• Why are retro sunglasses back in fashion?

  Styles from the 1950s–1980s continue to cycle back, driven by nostalgia and iconic pop culture moments (think Audrey Hepburn, John Lennon, Tom Cruise).

  
  

  Today's retro sunglasses capture that timeless charm with a modern twist. Retro styles with fresh materials and UV protection, so you get vintage cool with modern comfort.

• Do retro sunglasses offer modern protection?

  Yes! They blend style with serious eye safety. Most current retro-style sunglasses provide UV400 protection, blocking 99–100% of UVA and UVB rays. It means you can get vintage flair and today's top-level sun defense!

• Which face shapes suit retro sunglasses best?

  Retro sunglasses work for most face shapes; you just need the right match.

  
  

  Round faces: Try angular styles like Wayfarer or aviators to add structure.

  
  

  Oval faces: Lucky you—most retro shapes work well, including aviator, cat-eye, and round.

  
  

  Square faces: For round or cat-eye frames to soften strong angles.

  
  

  Heart/diamond faces: Cat-eye or aviators balance wider foreheads and narrower chins.

• How do I pick the right retro sunglasses?

  Start with the shape you love—aviator, Wayfarer, cat-eye, or round. Then confirm UV400 protection. Also, you can use ZEELOOL's AR Virtual Try-On for fit and style.