Aviator Glasses
You’d be hard-pressed to find a frame style as iconic as aviators.While aviator glasses were initially designed in 1936 by Bauch and Lomb to protect the eyes of flying air force pilots, they quickly caught the eyes of civilians not long after.Although initially adopted by wealthy, outdoorsy types looking for the best of the best in sun protection, it didn’t take for aviators to become the frame of choice for people from all walks of life - especially when celebrities started wearing them in the early 1950s.As a result of their boom in popularity, aviator sunglasses were the first shades to truly become a trend, and it’s easy to understand why.The versatile design works great with both masculine and feminine looks, which makes it easy to grab a pair, slide them on and go about your day knowing they’ll flow effortlessly with just about any outfit - regardless of your gender.Thanks to their timeless design, they never really went out of style, but today there’s no denying that their popularity is seeing a bit of a resurgence this year.A quick stroll down the boardwalk on a sunny day is all it takes to spot dozens of people rocking aviator sunglasses.If you stop in a cafe, you're bound to see a handful of people hovering over their laptops with aviator-style frames as a base for their reading lenses.Whether you’re looking for prescription sunglasses or frames for all-day wear, aviator glasses could give you just the look you’re going for.