The Hottest & Coolest Trends In Sunglasses For 2015

Summer is in. It's time to keep your coats and boots at the back of your closet and start to bring out your bikinis and tank tops. Aside from your clothing, there is one thing you should never leave in your home - sunglasses.

Sunglasses are a convex lens that cover and protect your eyes against the sun's harmful UV rays. It is hard to trace back when people started using sunglasses but history said that Roman emperor Nero "watched gladiator fights through polished gems." Since then, sunglasses became a constant accessory, especially during the summer.

Believe it or not, even sunglasses follow a trend. Here are the hottest and coolest trends for your specks this year.

Floral

Floral symbolizes summer, which is why it's not surprising to see this trend on the list. In fact, it suits

well during the season. However, don't expect a flower-shaped sunglasses or a flower on the corner of

the frame. Rather, floral sunglasses have flowers and leaves printed on the entire frame. This works well

with your floral dress too.

Rainbow

Aside from floral, rainbow sunglasses will also be a serious contender for this year. Since 2015 is a year

of colors, this trend deserves a spot on the list. Rainbow sunglasses are available in multiple or

combination colors that could add brightness and color to your face.

U sunglasses

True to its name, this type of sunglasses come in U shape and often oversized without compromising

style. The U-shape also helps accentuate your face, which is why it is slowly getting serious followers.

For this type of sunglasses, make sure to go for bold colors or try contrasting colors, with the top and

bottom of the frame in different colors.

Changeable frame color

Choosing the perfect shades could be challenging. If you can't decide on what color to wear, then this

sunglasses is for you. Available in both round and square shapes, this type of sunglasses allows you to

change the default frame color by snapping a colored plastic front piece on it. This saves you a lot too,

don't you think?

Embellished

Aside from floral, rainbow and anything that involves color, embellished sunglasses are also a trend this

year. This type comes with metallic embellishments on the corners of the frames. This could add a style

factor to an already classic look. At the same time, this is perfect during weddings and other informal

parties.

Polarized lenses

You already know the harmful effects of the sun's UV rays. This is why polarized lenses are becoming a

trend this year. It offers glare-free vision, reduced eye fatigue, more natural colors and UV protection

against the sun. Good things come with a price and opting for polarized lenses on your sunglasses could

cost you a lot as well.

Following the hottest trends on sunglasses this year is okay. In fact, there's nothing wrong with being on

the loop. Just make sure that when you do your sunglasses shopping, your choice suits your face,

personality and your budget.