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If Princess Anne gives sports sunglasses the go ahead, then we are all in

Sporty and chic!
(Image credit: Getty, Poppy Lissiman, and Oakley)

Kicking off the summer with a pair of sports sunglasses is guaranteed to earn you the ‘cool girl’ title. We mean, it worked for Anne.

Whether you are planning on taking up cycling, running or lounging on the sand, a polarised pair must make their way into your on-the-go bag.

With a silhouette that screams “I take sport very seriously,” you will appear more sporty & rich (in style) than the brand itself.

From a simple silver to a multi-coloured lens, we have curated a list of the best sports sunglasses available to shop this summer.

Read on to find the frames best suited to your face and budget.

2024’s TOP SPORTS SUNGLASSES

  1. Rossi Speedway in Banana, $95, Poppy Lissiman (here’s why)
  2. OAKLEY Radar EV Path Sunglasses in Matte Stonewash with PRIZM Road, $301, Myer (here’s why)
  3. Adidas SP0015 Sunglasses, $204 (usually $295), Vision Direct (here’s why)

The best sports sunglasses 2024

01

Rossi Speedway in Banana

$95 at Poppy Lissiman

Poppy Lissiman is the G.O.A.T of styling trends, and if they say banana is a go-ahead for the shades of the summer, then we are all in!

Colours: Gold, Black, Silver, Green Grass, and Bark | Lens: CAT3 UV protected

Key features:

  • Sporty wrap-around design
  • Matte finish

02

OAKLEY Radar EV Path Sunglasses in Matte Stonewash with PRIZM Road

$301 at Myer

The O.G. of running glasses, this sleek pair from Oakley combines the best of both worlds, performance and cool girl chic, obvi a key metric of what it means to be considered an “IT gal” pair.

Colours: Blue, Black, Yellow, and Stonewash | Lens: CAT2 UV protected

Key features:

  • Oversized frame shape
  • Mirrored lens technology

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03

Adidas SP0015 Sunglasses

$204 (usually $295) at Vision Direct

Across the pond and at the Paris Olympics, a similar pair of Adidas sports sunnies made an appearance on the faces of Olympians and royalty! So, if they’re good enough for our girl Princess Anne, they’re good enough for us.

Colours: Black / Red, Black smoke, Matte Black, Matte Blue, and Grey | Lens: CAT3 UV protected

Key features:

  • Semi rimless single lens
  • Wrap around design

04

S1 Sunnies in Silver/ Black

$49.95 at STAX

Unpopular opinion alert: silver is making a comeback, and we aren’t just talking about jewellery. Retire your classic all-black pair for a pop of metallic flair. We recommend you keep these sunnies in your go-to bag for that up-and-coming rave.

Colours: Black / Orange and Black / Blue

Key features:

  • Wrap around design
  • Black tinted lens

05

Oakley Hydra High Bridge Sunglasses in Rootbeer

$242 at Sunglass Hut

Talk about transferable fashion! Whether training on the tracks or to work, this pair has your back…or more likely eyes covered.

Colours: Black Ink, Crystal Black, and Neon Orange | Lens: CAT3 UV protected

Key features:

  • High bridge fit for ultimate comfort
  • Suitable for all face shapes

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06

Nike Unisex Ariel Sunglasses

$133 (usually $167) at Vision Direct

A classic in the realm of sportswear is the Nike Ariel sunglasses. We can’t look past this shade-shifting pair, and neither should you.

Colour: Red | Lens: CAT2 UV protected

Key features:

  • Semi rimless
  • Wrap around design

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07

Caidyn Sunglasses in Lilac

$90 at Poppy Lissiman

Fancy a pop of colour? With just about every coloured lens available to shop, you will be sorted for every outfit combo possible.

Colour: Black, Grey, Pink, Banana, Mint Green, Lilac, and Terracotta | Lens: CAT1 UV protected

Key features:

  • Gold branded design on side
  • Matte finish

Are Polarised Sunglasses Good For Sport?

Polarised sunglasses are not just good for sport, they are excellent. Providing clarity and protection from the sun, these sunglasses improve performance and overall reactivity. Better yet, they appear super stylish.


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