Hardly any accessory adds character to a look as effortlessly as a pair of sunglasses. Not only do they provide protection from UV rays, they also make a fashion statement — cool, confident, and instantly chic.
From futuristic shield styles to small, minimalist frames, discover the key sunglasses trends of 2026, available at STEFFL Eyewear on Level 0.

1. Small Shades

Every summer, a new celebrity-driven sunglasses trend emerges — one that quickly finds its way into the collections of countless fashion brands. For 2026, the direction seems clear: small frames are making a major fashion comeback.

The new styles focus on slim silhouettes with subtle impact — refined, minimalist, yet full of attitude. Celebrities are favouring the shades in neutral tones and with just the right proportions to create a look that feels both mysterious and modern. The aesthetic recalls the understated glamour of the ’90s: iconic airport looks worn by supermodels, legendary paparazzi shots of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, or effortless red carpet moments from Meg Ryan and Brad Pitt.

Person wearing round sunglasses and gold hoop earrings in a side-profile portrait.
JIMMY CHOO sunglasses with a black oval frame and dark tinted lenses
“Clash de Cartier” by Cartier
Model wearing CARTIER sunglasses with oval lenses and a gold-tone metal frame
“Clash de Cartier” by Cartier
Burgundy Miu Miu sunglasses with oval lenses and gold-tone temple details.
Round red sunglasses by Miu Miu

Valentino

Square black sunglasses

Black Valentino sunglasses with a slim rectangular oversized frame and dark lenses

60s Styles

As the stylistic counterpart to delicate small shades, a clear trend emerges this season: oversized sunglasses in an opulent 60s spirit are making a comeback. Bold, graphic and glamorous, the new silhouettes deliver a confident statement that sits between retro reference and modern elegance. Valentino, Prada and Celine reinterpret the aesthetic of past decades, infusing it with a sharp contemporary edge.

Whether paired with a fluid dress reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn or styled with a silk headscarf à la Jackie Kennedy, the look draws on iconic references and a touch of nostalgic grandeur.

Woman with platinum blonde hair wearing oversized square sunglasses with dark gradient lenses
“With his first sunglasses collection, Demna Gvasalia reinterprets Gucciness — glamorous, confident, and deeply rooted in the House’s Italian DNA.

Celine

Disc sunglasses

Round CELINE tortoiseshell sunglasses with tinted lenses and a wide frame

MASK STYLES & FUTURISTIC SHAPES

Futuristic sunglasses and bold shield silhouettes are among this season’s standout accessories. Defined by clean lines, dynamic shapes, and sporty influences, they add a modern and confident edge to any look. Labels such as Saint Laurent, Loewe, and Bottega Veneta are embracing avant-garde designs that effortlessly merge functionality with high fashion.

Close-up of a model wearing cat-eye sunglasses against a light blue background, Tom Ford Eyewear

Tom Ford

BOTTEGA sunglasses with an olive green oversized visor frame and gray tinted lenses
Oversized green shield sunglasses by Bottega Veneta
Model wearing futuristic Loewe sunglasses and an oversized red sweater with raised arms.
“Signature” sunglasses
Glossy black Saint Laurent cat-eye sunglasses with wide temples and dark lenses.
“Howl” butterfly sunglasses by Saint Laurent
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