Let’s be completely honest, almost all of us pack at least one pair of sunnies when we travel. It’s becomes a necessity these days to shield our eyes from the harsh rays of the sun and to protect the delicate, wrinkle-prone skin around that area of our face. Of course, since you are going to be taking tons of pictures during your vacation, I’m sure you would want to pick the right style to match your personality and any outfit. So, we have our friends from ZALORA, Asia’s leading online fashion destination, to tell us more about the different types of shades and which celebrities and fashion bloggers are rocking it.

#1 Aviator

Originally created in the 1930s for US Air Force pilots to protect them from the glaring sun, the teardrop shaped eyewear, also known as pilot’s glasses, spent the next 80 years gaining popularity as an eyewear staple. Today, Aviators are still a mainstay of many fashionista’s wardrobes.

Image above left - Power Blogger Elin Kling chooses a simple modern look staying true to her signature minimalist Scandinavian style.

Image above right - Kate Bosworth keeps it cool and casual by pairing her Aviators with a black dress and pumps.

#2 Browline

This semi-rimless style, also known as Browline sunglasses, can be likened to an edgy-cool distant cousin of the Wayfarer. Classic, but turning the cool factor up a few notches, the Browline has become the choice du jour of fashionista’s around the world who want to stand out from the Wayfarer-wearing masses.

Image above left - Chiara Ferragni goes for a dark and edgy look.

Image above right - Jamie Chung opts for a bright and cheery look with fiery red jacket.

#3 Wayfarer

The classic of all classics. If you’ve got room for only one pair of sunglasses in your life, make it this pair. The Wayfarer is simply the most recognisable style in the world, having been seen on nearly every tread-setting icon from Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, Michael Jackson to Kate Moss.

Image above left - Fashion blogs favourite Rachel Bilson, aces the edgy-meets-girly look in her Wayfarers by pairing a floral print blouse with leather shorts.

Image above right - New York IT girl Olivia opts for tortoiseshell frames and pairs her sunnies with a bold emerald-green blazer and canary-yellow pants.

#4 Oversized

Timeless, glamorous and practical. Oversized shades have become synonymous with elegant fashion mavens such as Anna Wintour, Victoria Backham and Audrey Hepburn. There’s just something about larger than life dark sunglasses! It adds a touch of undeniable glam to your outfit any time of the day (or night). Do it like “Posh” Spice – glamorous.

#5 Cateyes

Be inspired by industry cool cats like French fashion blogger Betty Autier. She opts for wild metallic tipped cat eye sunglasses, which goes perfectly with her leopard print coat.

#6 Teashade

These sunnies can be pretty tricky to wear. They don’t suit all face shapes, and will need a carefully selected outfit to make them work. Look to best-dressed veterans for inspirations on how to nail the look. Ashley Olsen looks sleek and sophisticated with a ponytail and tortoiseshell rimmed round shades.

#7 Embellished

We can always count on fierce fashionistas like Barbadian pop star Rihanna to surprise us and rock the fashion world with their outrageous but gorgeous styling. Case in point: pear; encrusted round shades.

Looking for a perfect pair of staple sunnies? Head over to ZALORA.com.my and shop from hundreds of different styles and colours including the latest looks from Ray-Ban and more. 

Editor JQ Lee talks and writes for a living. That's because she loves sharing interesting things to the world. With a Degree in Communication and Media Management, this petite Gen-Y will not stop chasing her passion in writing and broadcasting. She dreams to host a travel show and be a radio announcer someday, hopefully soon. Stalk this wacky fair Asian girl at www.jqtalks.com, Instagram and Twitter (@jqleejq)