Sunglasses should be your best friend this time of the year. But it's not always easy to find the best frames suited to your face and that too in pace with the trend. With thorough consideration, this piece is most likely to cater to your needs and help you gear up against the sun.

For him
Aviators: Nothing does classic cool like the aviators. These are preferable options as the tear drop silhouette helps to accentuate cheek and jaw bones. Make sure the frames are the right size for your face to avoid looking like you've nicked someone else's.

Wayfarers: This iconic eyewear has been around since the '50s but its versatile style is thoroughly timeless. Best suited on oval and round face shapes, these bring about prominent definitions to the face, making your cheeks appear slimmer with frames that are slightly wider than your face and create a defined profile. 

Clubmasters: Combining the best of both worlds, clubmasters let you light up without losing style. These frames with softer edges are another preferable option that keep the detailing to a minimum and let your natural features shine.

Statement shades: Round frames are both classic and quirky. Not only do they flatter a range of face shapes, they also make a fun fashion statement. A popular choice is a pair of Lennons – matte, reflective or colourful, these accentuate your facial features and gently contour your face. These are highly popular among the ladies as well.

Numerous online shops specialise in selling these beauties like Blue Noise, Take a Shade, Trio and Biponee.com but if you prefer brands, Bashundhara City is the place to go. Local eyewear retail shops at Elephant Road, Panthapath and Old Town will not be disappointments either; rather you're likely to find a good bargain. All these can be found within the range of Tk 500-4500.

For her:
Butterfly: Dial up the drama with these bold, oversized shades. It's the go-to style for a glamorous high fashion look. Best suited on oval, square and heart shaped faces, a pair of these on the eyes and the sun won't be able to handle the show. These come in an assortment of frame shapes – both in plastic and metal, providing you an array of options.

Cat eye: Go retro with a modern take on vintage movie-star style. The cat eye does it up with an upswept style and old school charm. Ranging from uber-dramatic to mega-mainstream, these traditional '50s swoop and a wider, softer '80s iteration are quite the craze due to their wearability for a wide range of face shapes.

Statement shades: For those who are more inclined towards the quirky side of the group, you could opt for a pop of colour and pick the one that best portrays your face. Statement sunglasses come in a wide variety of shapes ranging from the basic oval, round and rectangle to the crazy pentagon, star and heart-shaped madness. You may face a dilemma in finding these in local eyewear stores and bigger shopping complexes. Moreover, you may not score a good buy even if you find them. You're better off finding “the one” for yourself at online stores like Opal Fashion Wear, Trio, Onushongo and Take a Shade or even your local clothing stores like Urban Truth, Sciccoso, Noir etc. Prices range from Tk 500 to 4500. 

Sunglasses don't necessarily have to be generalised under gender categories. Mix it up and play with the options; boys can have fun and pick up a trendy colourful pair of neon shades and girls can look bold in a pair of reflective aviators or clubmasters – now that's a girl not to be messed with. 

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