Sunglasses have for a long time been a fashion statement for most people. They make you look dressed up even when you do not feel like it and just by wearing them, your spirits are somehow lifted. Sunglasses are also functional in that they offer good protection to the eyes against harmful UV rays. In fact it is important that every one of us owns at least a pair of sunglasses for those days when we feel adventurous and just want to spend the day outdoors. The lifespan of your sunglasses will mostly depend on the brand. A good brand is able to last for years without signs of wear. The top five brands of sunglasses you ought to go for are Armani, Ray Ban, Gucci, Oakley and Kenith Cole. These brands have the widest selection of chic, stylish and elegant sunglasses to suit every occasion. You can therefore indulge and grab yourself several pairs to match your mood, outfit or occasion.

1. Ray Ban Sunglasses

Ray Ban is one of the top brands of sunglasses in the world. It offers a wide variety of styles of sunglasses for both men and women. These include Cat Eye, Aviator, Oversized, Oval, Round, Rectangular, Wrap Around and Sport sunglasses. Ray Ban sunglasses are made using the latest lens technology in the market to ensure that quality is maintained. This also provides extra protection and clarity to the wearer. The pricing differs from one design to the other depending on the mechanism used to make it among other factors. Regardless of style or price, all Ray Ban sunglasses are encased in a Ray Ban faux-leather semi-hard case. This is actually one of the things you need to look out for when buying your sunglasses. Be hesitant in buying Ray Ban sunglasses that do not have this case as they could be imitations.

The men’s collection of Ray Ban’s sunglasses caters to the different male tastes. The most sought after in this category is the 3026 Aviator Large Metal II, a black, crystal gray set of sunglasses with a metal frame. It has a classic movie-character look which makes it quite popular. The metal frame is a guarantee of long life. If you are more concerned about protecting your eyes, then the 2140 Wayfarer is your best bet. A thick dimension is added to its lenses to enable extra protection against UV rays while stile maintaining a classic look. It is also hard wearing. It’s available in five different colors including black, black crystal green, crystal brown, dark turquoise crystal mirror silver-black and dark red crystal gold mirror.

Ray Ban’s women’s sunglasses are chic, elegant and a must have accessory for every woman. They come in different frames; wide, narrow, thick-framed, name them. Every woman will get a pair that suits her face. There are uni-sex Ray Ban sunglasses as well, a collection which looks good on both men and women.

2. Armani Sunglasses

Giorgio Armani sunglasses have maintained a huge presence in the market due to their quality and freshness. Armani sunglasses are always fashionable because the designers keep coming up with new styles thus ensuring that you are not stuck in time with ill-fitting sunglasses. There is a huge collection for men, ranging in color, shape, design and price. The same applies to women’s Armani sunglasses. The different styles suit every shape of face and head which is the first thing women check out when buying sunglasses. Women’s Armani sunglasses are chic and stylish, giving the woman a sophisticated, elegant, classy look.

The unisex collection is a big hit with many people because of the cool designs therein. From huge oval shapes to smaller square frames, there is something for everyone’s shape and taste. All these categories – men, women and unisex sunglasses – come in different colors. Some of the most popular colors are blacks, grays, browns, silver, crystals, gold and reds. These will match with most outfits
regardless of color.

3. Gucci Sunglasses

Renowned designer Gucci provides one among the five top sunglasses. The high quality and unique edge associated with other Gucci designs is reciprocated in these sunglasses. They are available in different eye-catching colors; some are subdued and others a bit loud. From the variety in colors, t is easy to match a pair of Gucci sunglasses to your outfit. This is another brand whose sunglasses come with an authentic Gucci hard case, making it easier to know when one is buying a fake.  Most popular among its products are the men’s, women’s and unisex categories. Other popular ones are the rimless, aviator, shield and plastic sunglasses.

4. Oakley Sunglasses

Oakley sunglasses consist of various categories of high quality sunglasses suitable for all ages. These include both men and women’s sunglasses; and polarized and sport performance sunglasses. One of the trends that set Oakley apart from the other sunglasses designers is the use of innovative and unique frames on its sunglasses. Some frames are metal blends, a unique style that is not common with most other sunglass-designers. They are resistant to mishandling and gravity; and can last for years. Synthetic frames are quite famous among athletes as they can withstand all temperatures.

Oakley remains the leader in making sports sunglasses which are favored by players, coaches and fans alike. They are made with prescription lenses to ensure that both comfort and performance are optimal. Plutonite lens which offer excellent protection against ultraviolet rays are used for this.

5. Kenith Cole Sunglasses

These sunglasses are designed with the young, urbane clientele in mind. This is not to say however, that they are limited to that particular age group. Anyone who is young at heart will find Kenith Cole sunglasses irresistible. Unlike other brands, they are made in unique geometric shapes mostly in sleek metals, wire and bold plastics with double and triple laminates. Categories under which you can order for your pair of Kenith Cole sunglasses include the flattering women’s sunglasses available in various series – over-size, protection, aviator, among others; men’s sunglasses; Kenith Cole designer unisex sunglasses; Kenith Cole Designer UV Protection Sunglasses among others.