No shade, but your sunglasses have nothing on these styles 👓

If you've been considering investing in a new pair of shades for summer, the time is now. Sure, we're still being hit with a few untimely spring showers, but the sunny season is here and there's no better feeling than flexing with a pair of designer shades when soaking up some rays. Trust me, you've earned it.

From translucent styles by Bottega Veneta to collaborative cat-eye frames, check out our favorite styles for the months ahead.

MARNI x RETROSUPERFUTURE 

It goes without saying that when two popular Italian brands collide, the end result is something to surely flex with it. Though the pair is reminiscent of cat-eye designs, the Fairy Pools frame was designed specifically for Marni which further adds to its distinctive appearance. 

Made from a acetate-blend with a sturdy nose-bridge, this black pair is finished with gold tone details at the temple featuring Marni's logo.

The Mavericks on the other hand is a cat-eye frame through and through. Its amber colored lenses are elevated with distinctive tortoise marbling akin to a lacquered woodgrain texture. 

BOTTEGA VENETA 

Not only is this a standout pair due to the edgy, square frame design, but true aficionados will easily spot Bottega's signature green hue. 

If you're looking to add a bit color to your accessories and stray away from the typical all-black styles, this translucent pair is a well-deserved investment and even has good resale value once you're looking to switch things up.

Remember back in the early 2000s when aviator shades were all the rage? One can argue it never went out of style and Bottega knows this for sure. This gold-toned pair is a tribute to enduring styles, and if you're really looking to put it all together, I'd recommend pairing with your favorite linen garments.

SAINT LAURENT

No list in contemporary fashion is complete without the inclusion of a French brand, and Saint Laurent has been crafting iconic designs since 1961.

Compared to others on this list, this pair embodies the quiet luxury persona some folks are after (myself included) and even arrives in natural tones which makes it easy to match with. 

The SL 572 harkens back to classic styles for folks that like to play it safe. This all-black pair accented with silver-toned hardware and an debossed logo is the perfect pair for clubs, beaches, and everything in between.

BURNA BOY x JEAN PAUL GAULTIER

Pairing the biggest Afrobeats artist with one of the most renowned fashion houses seems like old news right? Ironically, this drop is Burna Boy's first designer collection with a brand and it's safe to say he made the right choice by picking Jean Paul Gaultier as a collaborator.

The unisex style pays homage to archival '90s silhouettes, with this pair featuring a spiral design at the temple, Mazzucchelli acetate temple tips, and real glass lenses.