When it comes to adding an instant flash of style to your outfit, good quality fashionable sunglasses are the perfect accessory. Even the most basic outfit can be made a little more chic by adding just the right pair of sunglasses in order to make a bold fashion statement. A word to the wise, they need to be the genuine article – cheap knock offs just don’t have the same effect. Fear not, that does not mean that the bank balance needs to take a hit. There are plenty of fashionable sunglasses to be had at affordable prices if you know what to look for.
Don’t Be A Slave To Labels
One of the biggest tips I can give for finding affordable yet fashionable shades is that you should not latch onto the big brand names. Some of the most famous designer brands carry price tags in the hundreds and sometimes they are no better than a lesser known brand name. One of my tricks is to browse the sunglasses offered by the big name designers and take note of the style. I then look for similar styles in more affordable brands. When searching for sunglasses online, some stores even label them as such. For example if the shades are similar to the latest Dior ones, then they may be marketed as ‘Dior style’ or Dior-esque’. Doing this means that you can get the fashionable style without the designer price tag!
Consider Vintage Classics
Some styles are considered timeless classics and that means that the sunglasses that were all the rage 30 years ago still look stylish today. If you have a local vintage store or know of an online retailer specializing in used goods then you may be able to pick up a great pair of retro sunglasses for an equally great price. You may even stumble across a designer pair!
Accept That Expensive Is Not Better
There is a common misconception that the more expensive something is, the better the quality will be. However, this could not be further from the truth. Often the designer glasses are manufactured by the same people as cheap drugstore sunglasses! What you are paying for is the name and logo! It is a good idea to look at glasses in a range of prices and find the ones which offer the best quality and protection. You may find that a mid priced pair come out on top, so don’t fall into the trap of believing that ‘you get what you pay for’ because when it comes to luxury goods that is not always the case.
When it comes to finding the best affordable polarized sunglasses, it is not always the designer brands who top the charts. Look for a good balance between quality and style.