You know that the maximalist wave is here to stay when your sunglasses compete with your heirloom necklaces in terms of the bling and the workmanship they’re embellished with. Bejewelled sunglasses have been flaunted by fashionistas across the board, from Beyoncé to Doja Cat. This summer, ditch your regular boring sunglasses for a chic bejewelled pair to add a maximalist touch (Story by Anindita Paul)
Updated On: 2025-04-28 10:13 AM IST
Compiled by : Raaina Jain
When styling these glasses, experts advise letting the sunglasses be the focal point of your look. Fashion designer Harshavardhan Rai suggests picking a colour from the design of the sunglasses or a neutral, to let the glasses really standout. (Pic: iStock)
A head scarf draws attention to your elaborate glasses
For music festivals, image consultant Greeshma Thampi recommends a boho-chic look: team your sunglasses with flowy dresses, crochet tops, fringe details and a head scarf.
Doja Cat with her bejewelled glasses
You could also invest in a variety of designs to match different looks or aesthetics — while a pair embellished with studded stones works perfectly for casual outings, more intricate designs are perfect for formal events
Opt for frames with rounded edges for a softer look
According to Thampi, all sunglasses styles suit oval faces, while angular styles work better for round faces. If you have a square or rectangular face, choose rounded frames such as aviators and avoid angular or geometric designs.
Esha Amin’s retro-styled bejewelled headband
For heart-shaped faces, avoid large sunglasses or heavy top embellishments, which will draw more attention to the top half of the face. If you have a diamond-shaped face, Thampi recommends opting for embellishments on the top half and avoid detailing on the bottom part of the frame.
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