Father's Day: A Complete Sunglasses Guide

With Father’s day around the corner, let’s all take a moment to appreciate all the father and father-figures in our lives. From teaching us how to ride our first bikes to helping us navigate through the trials and tribulations of adulthood, our father-figures have been right by our sides through it all.

What better way to say thank you than a new pair of stylish sunglasses?

Let’s be honest though, dads and sunglasses aren’t usually the best combo. We’re here to switch that up and help you replace that old dusty pair he has with on-trend options that you’ll want for yourself, too. We’re sharing with you our top 12 picks based on different activities.

Work Week

For the go-getters; the ones that put on their suit and tie at 6:30 am and are running their third meeting by 10 am, here’s what we got for you.

Smith Turner Sunglasses

The Turner represents a timeless design providing unmatched style, quality and value. Constructed with premium stainless steel, this 6 base frame includes tailor fit adjustable nose pads and temple tip megol. A perfect look to rock on the way into work. See more here.

Ray-Ban RB3648 Sunglasses 

A sophisticated flat double bridge in classic gold makes an immediate impression, while new angles and sleek flat temples are designed to last. The hexagonal frames are unexpected yet supremely comfortable to wear. For the Dad that wants to show his coworkers who's the boss. See more here.

Persol PO3159S Sunglasses

These pilot sunglasses in acetate feature a broad silhouette with a new, sleek profile. A contemporary touch is added with a double bridge in contrasting metal. This pair should be accompanied with a fast car, obviously. See more here.

Weekend Vibes

These picks are all about the backyard vibes and Sunday drives. We dedicate these to the Dads who are firing up the grill on Saturday and taking a scenic drive on Sunday. Weekend boat trips anyone? 

Smith Outlier Xl Sunglasses

The Outlier XL brings all of the features of the Smith DNA into a larger frame style, perfect for medium and large heads alike. Megol nose and temple pads create a comfortable fit. These may take the cake as our favorite everyday pair of sunnies. See more here.

Costa Canaveral Sunglasses

Take command on and off the water with the Costa Canaveral sunglasses and its large navigator themed squared-off frame. Built with an ultra-strong titanium front frame and beta-titanium temples for natural spring flex action. Costa + ocean = love. See more here.

Ray-Ban RB3422Q Sunglasses

Inspired by the Aviator Class, this style has similar iconic features, but is crafted with genuine deer leather as well as other carefully handcrafted touches. These are dedicated to the rockstar Dads who rule the road. See more here.

Outdoor Adventures

Running, kayaking, rock climbing, oh my! For those father-figures who love the outdoors and staying fit, we have you covered. Grab your reusable water bottle, athletic gear, and one of these sunnies and you'll be ready to conquer the outdoors.

Maui Jim Monkeypod Sunglasses

Just as the Monkeypod trees in Hawaii offer shade from the unforgiving sun, Maui Jim’s newest style, Monkeypod, delivers shade for your eyes and surrounding skin through a patented Polarized Plus2 lens technology. Your Dad is going to love these new Maui's. See more here.

Costa Rincon Ocearch Sunglasses

Like the California point break it was named for, the Rincon is a classic West Coast straight bridge, wrapping style lines and edgy curved temples. Your purchase helps fund research expeditions aboard OCEARCH, a marine vessel and at-sea laboratory. See more here.

Oakley Flak Beta Sunglasses
A new addition to our Flak collection, this interchangeable lens design offers benefits from performance eyewear, delivering unrivaled innovation to those who want to see the difference technology makes in a full range of activities. We love the affordability of these; you may need to pick up two. See more here.

The Main Event

For those who go all in. These are our most luxurious picks bound to make Dad say “why in the world did you spend all this money on me?” followed by “so how do I look?”

Tom Ford Andrew FT0500 Sunglasses

Andrew FT0500 is a fashion statement, for which sunshine is not necessarily required, because these sunglasses enhance your natural radiance turning night into day. Pops is going to run the town in these. See more here. 

Versace VE2181 12615A 57mm Sunglasses

Pilot sunglasses from the #Frenergy line with gunmetal frame with a semi-rim structure featuring Medusa accents and Greek Key details on the temple. A bold pick for the bold Dad who is ready to make a scene in Versace. See more here.

Randolph Fusion Sunglasses