Question 1

What are cat-eye sunglasses?

Accepted Answer

Cat-eye sunglasses are named for their shape. Historically, cat-eye frames have a browline that sweeps upward at the top-outer corners. The upsweep may be dramatic and angular, forming pointy corners, or it may be more subtle.

Question 2

What face shape do cat-eye sunglasses suit?

Accepted Answer

Because there’s such a wide variety of cat-eye frame styles, you can find cat-eye sunglasses to suit any face shape. With that said, the most common advice is to try frames with elements that contrast with your facial features. For example, if you have a square-shaped face or angular features, try sunglasses with more rounded frames. But here’s the thing not everyone will tell you: You can wear whatever sunglasses you want—no matter your face shape. The sunglasses that are best for you are the ones that make you smile and feel confident. You can go right on ahead and throw those face shape style rules right out the window.

Question 3

When were cat-eye sunglasses first popular?

Accepted Answer

The cat-eye shaped frame dates back all the way to the 1920s. While cat-eye glasses became exceedingly popular in the 1950s, it was in the ’60s that cat-eye sunglasses really took off, thanks in part to Audrey Hepburn’s iconic look in the film “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” But fast forward to today, and cat-eye sunglasses are still wildly popular for the unique look they bring to the table.

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