If your dad shops like most dads, utility comes first. And well, the consequences of that aren't always pretty. Much like dads and sandals, dads and sunglasses aren't always the coolest mix. That's probably why your dad's shades act more like bug shields than as part of a lewk. But what makes Father's Day more than just a day for backyard grilling is that, finally, you have an excuse to replace his dusty sunglasses with some fresh ones — just in time for summer, too.
The selection ahead will be your saving grace. Aviators, Wayfarers, some like, crazy circle ones...we've got you covered. So, now's your chance to make sure the next time your dad reaches in his glove compartment for his "trusty" pair of shades, he can whip out something you'd actually want for yourself, too. And not, you know, a pair of these.
If you're wondering how these sunglasses are so cool, it's because the design is inspired by photography. We aren't kidding.
SALT. Lodin Sunglasses, $400, available at SALT.
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Did you know the give-back shoe brand makes sunglasses now, too?
TOMS Traveler Sunglasses, $78, available at TOMS.
Photo: Courtesy of TOMS.
For those summers on the Amalfi Coast...or, wherever. Use these as an excuse to start planning dad's next Roman holiday.
Autodromo Stelvio Sunglasses, $295, available at Autodromo.
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Classique.
Allure B2B Aviator, $50, available at James Dean Eyewear.
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If you're not afraid to splurge a little...
Dita Voyager, $600, available at Dita.
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Dads love camouflage, no?
Robert Marc RM 914, $525, available at Robert Marc.
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Chances are, you've already seen these on your friends. Get dad some, too.
Saturdays NYC Adrian Sunglasses, $295, available at Saturdays nyc.
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These are obviously a good idea if his favorite color is blue.
Illesteva Mykonos Gold with Blue Mirrored Lenses, $177, available at Illesteva.
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These look cooler on. We promise.
Oakley Sunglasses, $240, available at Yoox.
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Upgrade his classic aviators with this mirrored style.
Mykita Aron, $479, available at Mykita.
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From Leonardo DiCaprio to one of those Hemsworth brothers, these shades are everywhere right now (yacht not included).
Persol Sunglasses, $300, available at Sunglass Hut.
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These sunglasses were named after boxer Rocky Marciano. What more could you need?
Sunday Somewhere Rocco, $270, available at Sunday Somewhere.
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We're picturing these on a surfer dad.
TOMS Maverick 301 Satin Gold Zeiss Polarized, $228, available at TOMS.
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His scooter-riding sunglasses just got updated.
Steven Alan Newport Sunglasses, $165, available at Steven Alan.
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Any fashion dads out there?
Saint Laurent Mirrored Aviators, $299, available at MatchesFashion.
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Oh la la.
Perverse Hill, $55, available at Perverse.
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These shades are Drake-approved. Enough said.
Versace Logo Black Sunglasses, $260, available at Versace.
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Is your dad one of those steampunk inventor types? Oh, he is? Might he need a pair of these?
Salvatore Ferragamo Sunglasses, $295, available at Salvatore Ferragamo.
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You can never go wrong with a Clubmaster.
Ray-Ban Clubmaster at Collection, $165, available at Ray-Ban.
Photo: Courtesy of Ray Ban.
And for the outdoorsy type, we present to you: sunglasses made out of wood.
Woodzee Banning Skateboard Sunglasses, $95, available at Woodzee.
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Honestly, we may need to get a pair of these for ourselves.
Vint & York On The Up and Up, $129, available at Vint & York.
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