Your Ultimate Guide to the Hottest Sunglasses of 2018

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Some fashion girls are addicted to collecting sunglasses, and we completely understand. If this sounds like you, you'll be pleased to know we rounded up the top five must-have styles for the new season. Based on runway and street style trends, we narrowed down the search to select styles that range from the affordable to the luxe, should you want to feed your shade obsession. We know finding the perfect sunglasses can be difficult, but hopefully the list below will steer you in the right direction.

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Embellished Shapes
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Embellished Shapes

Embellished sunglasses took over the Spring/Summer '18 runways of fashion houses such as Dolce & Gabbana and Miu Miu. Fashion girls will notice that their favourite frame silhouettes will be covered in designs from pearls and colourful gems to 3D florals.

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Haze Palm Sunglasses
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Haze Palm Sunglasses

No outfit is complete without these kickass sunglasses from Haze ($343). The design was inspired by a traditional palm leaf.

Alice + Olivia Sunglasses
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Alice + Olivia Sunglasses

We'd wear these Alice + Olivia floral sunglasses ($525) to a Summer picnic.

Garob Sunglasses
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Garob Sunglasses

For a vintage feel, grab these sunglasses by Garob ($129).

Leith Embellished Heart Sunglasses
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Leith Embellished Heart Sunglasses

We heart this pair of Leith sunglasses ($24).

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Tinted Lenses
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Tinted Lenses

Your surroundings will seem more colourful than usual with a pair of tinted shades. Fun colours like pastel yellow and pink brighten up outfits and offer fashion girls a cooler alternative to basic black aviators. Find the frame that suits your face in your favourite colour.

Quay x Kylie Sunglasses
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Quay x Kylie Sunglasses

We love this particular pair of tinted shades from Quay x Kylie's collection ($65).

Christian Dior Sunglasses
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Christian Dior Sunglasses

Christian Dior "So Real Pop" sunglasses ($321) comes in a lovely sunshine shade.

Topshop Sunglasses
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Topshop Sunglasses

Topshop offers an oversize pair of sunglasses in a fun pink tint ($45).

Bensimon Sunglasses
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Bensimon Sunglasses

If you're feeling kind of blue, throw on these Bensimon tinted shades ($175).

Calvin Klein Metal Sunglasses
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Calvin Klein Metal Sunglasses

Calvin Klein's bicolour metal sunglasses ($390) come in a unique silhouette.

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Retro Cat-Eyes
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Retro Cat-Eyes

Gigi Hadid loves her retro cat-eye frames, so you know the style is popular with the It crowd. Unlike your regular cat-eye options, look for updated sunglasses that feature pointy edges and a slightly smaller lens style.

Urban Outfitters Cat-Eye Sunglasses
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Urban Outfitters Cat-Eye Sunglasses

Urban Outfitters offers an affordable cat-eye style ($20).

No.21 Cat-Eye Sunglasses
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No.21 Cat-Eye Sunglasses

This pair of No.21 sunglasses ($265) will be perfect with your Winter whites.

Dita Erasur Sunglasses
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Dita Erasur Sunglasses

For a unique cat-eye shape, try this pair of Dita Erasur sunglasses ($550).

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Ski Goggles
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Ski Goggles

Fans of oversize sunglasses will fall in love with sporty frames that resemble ski goggles. Stars like Kaia Gerber are already rocking them, which proves the style is high fashion enough for the streets.

Carrera Sunglasses
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Carrera Sunglasses

These Carrera frames ($399) are perfect for people-watching.

Karen Walker Sunglasses
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Karen Walker Sunglasses

These Karen Walker mirrored sunglasses ($280) come in a pretty rose gold colour.

NA-KD Sunglasses
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NA-KD Sunglasses

NA-KD offers a less dramatic oversize frame with its "Le Specs Minimal Magic" sunglasses ($89).

Quay Sunglasses
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Quay Sunglasses

You don't have to spend a fortune on this trend. Quay offers an affordable pair in grey ($55).

Oakley Sunglasses
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Oakley Sunglasses

Rihanna would likely approve and wear these badass Oakley sunglasses ($137).

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Flat-Top Visors
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Flat-Top Visors

You've probably noticed Victoria Beckham always rocking her flat-top visors. The frame shape is flattering, and the classic style works season after season. If she sports these all around town, you can bet everyone else will soon follow suit.

Victoria Beckham Sunglasses
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Victoria Beckham Sunglasses

She loves wearing these flat-top visors ($450) from her own collection.

Gucci Visor Sunglasses
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Gucci Visor Sunglasses

Leave it to Gucci to create a visor ($760) that stands out from the rest.

Céline Sunglasses
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Céline Sunglasses

If you have a Céline bag, you'll also need a pair of Céline sunglasses ($322).

Forever 21 Sunglasses
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Forever 21 Sunglasses

Before you commit to the trend, try these Forever 21 sunglasses ($10).

Stella McCartney Sunglasses
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Stella McCartney Sunglasses

For days when you "just can't even," throw on these Stella McCartney visors ($351).