Aviators are undoubtedly the most iconic style of sunglasses for guys to wear. With festival season upon us and the summer sun just about out, it's time to ensure you have the hottest shades of the season. This style has been popular since the '60s and drifts in and out of the fashion consciousness, but right now this style is definitely top of the accessory pile. Celebs like Russell Brand, David Beckham and Nelly (below) are all sporting the look and looking hot with it!
So why did aviators become so popular? The link to fighter pilots obviously did a lot for the image and a few famous army generals only helped. There was one movie that made them the height of cool though... Tom Cruise in
Top Gun. No character since has owned their style of shades as much as in that movie.
Here I am below modelling some fab men's aviator style sunglasses from
Polaroid. The lenses they use eliminate glare and protect your eyes from harmful UV rays which should be high on your list of priorities when choosing a new pair. The styling of this particular pair of aviators is classic with a traditional metal frame. Even though the frames are quite light and thin, the frames felt really sturdy and worth the price tag. I'd still recommend always keeping them in a case though as they are inevitably not as tough-wearing as plastic frames.
Obviously the sizing of these is for men, so they look a bit big on my face. I've given them away to a friend and have to say I don't think there's been anyone who tried them on who they didn't suit. The shape is so classic that it really does go with just about anything, any clothing and any face shape. You won't go wrong to opt for aviators when you go sunglasses shopping this summer.
Shop Aviators at Polaroid
