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Okay, if you follow me on Instagram (which you totally should…shameless plug), then you know I wear sunglasses on a regular basis. I think it has to do with my Irish heritage (aka pale AF skin) but I am super sensitive to sunlight and pretty much need sunglasses year round to be able to actually see. Seriously, Scott makes fun of me because it will be raining and cloudy and I’m like “WHERE ARE MY SUNGLASSES?!?!”
Anyways, I’m not one of those super cool people rocking designer sunglasses, I just can’t really justify the cost because I’m super hard on them. I throw them in my bag, drop them, all kinds of stuff. The first and only “expensive” pair I owned was a pair of Ray-Bans, which I loved and had for years. Covered in scratches, and I ended up losing them because I left them on top of my car once. Do you see why I don’t spend loads on sunnies???
I’ve been absolutely LOVING this pair from Anthropolgie lately, and they’re totally affordable and feel very high quality for the price. They inspired me to do a roundup of other affordable sunnies, in case you’re like me, or just need some good cheap ones for summer! Each pair is under $75, and plenty are much cheaper than that. Although I don’t own each one, I only listed ones with high ratings, so you know you’re getting quality!
Sunnies
1. Quay Australia x Desi Perkins ‘High Key’ 62mm Aviator Sunglasses
- $65
- 4.6/5 starts – over 500 reviews!
- Comes in 4 different colors
2. Quay Australia ‘My Girl’ 50mm Cat Eye Sunglasses
- $55
- 4.2/5 stars – over 50 reviews
3. Sunski Seacliff 48mm Polarized Sunglasses
- $55
- 5/5 stars – 3 reviews
- 3 Different colors
4. Le Specs ‘Bandwagon’ 51mm Polarized Sunglasses
- $69
- 4.3/5 stars – 15 reviews
5. Quay Australia After Hours 50mm Square Sunglasses
- $55
- 4.4/5 stars – 22 reivews
- I think these are my fave. Picking some up asap!!
- $14!
- 5/5 stars – 4 reviews
- Come in black and white
7. Polaroid 54mm Polarized Sunglasses
- $65
- 5/5 stars – 4 reviews
- Come in 4 colors
8. BP. 60mm Large Aviator Sunglasses
- $14
- 4.7/5 stars – 22 reviews
- Come in black and bronze
Anthropologie has plenty of super cute and affordable sunnies, but didn’t have any ratings, so just FYI! I listed my picks though if you’re interested! I know Target and American Eagle have plenty of options as well, but I’m just not totally sure about their quality.
Anthropologie
I hope this gives you a good idea of which high quality and affordable shades you need to pick up for summer! If you have another store that you shop on the reg for your cheap sunnies, comment below!
I hate spending a ton on sunglasses, and these are some great options that won’t break the bank! I also love Loft sunglasses, so flattering and affordable!
Oh, good to know! I will have to check those out, thanks for the tip!
Thanks for this top! I will probably choose one of these for me. I just want to buy simple sunglasses and change my custom replacement lenses in it.
That’s such a good idea!
You have placed nice collection in this post… If you have some more, please do share it with us
Thank you Ivy
Thank you! Will do. I plan to do a post in the next few weeks of the best affordable sunglasses on Amazon, so stay tuned for that! 🙂