Top Selling Sunglasses in Summer 2022

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We're going to examine the colors that are hot during the three-month season starting June 21, 2022, a.k.a. the year of summer. Interestingly, the list of best-selling sunglasses in 2020 or 2021 was not the same. Suffice it to say, while some styles last for decades, consumer tastes in sunglasses change every year.

How to choose sunglasses?

Sunglasses protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, reduce eye strain in bright conditions, and protect you from flying debris and other hazards. Finding the right pair is key to your comfort, whether you're driving to work or hiking.

All sunglasses offered at REI block 100% of ultraviolet light. UV protection information should be printed on the hang tag or price sticker of any sunglasses you buy, no matter where you buy them. If it doesn't, find a different pair.

Types of sunglasses

Comfort Sunglasses: Perfect for everyday use and basic recreational activities, comfort sunglasses do a great job of shading your eyes from the sun while you're driving to work and walking around town. Comfort goggles are generally not designed to handle the intensity of action sports.

Sports Sunglasses: Designed for activities such as running, hiking, and biking, sports sunglasses offer a lightweight design perfect for high-speed adventures. High-end frame and lens materials are more impact resistant and flexible than casual glasses. Sports sunglasses also typically include grippy nose pads and temple ends, a feature that helps keep the frame in place even if you're sweating. Some sports goggles include interchangeable lenses so you can adjust for different lighting conditions.

Glacier Glasses: Glacier glasses are special glasses that are specially designed to protect your eyes from bright light at high altitudes and reflect the snow from sunlight. They often feature extensions around the envelope to prevent light from entering the sides.

Characteristics of sunglass lenses

Polarized lenses

Polarized lenses significantly reduce glare. Polarization is a great feature if you enjoy water sports or are particularly sensitive to glare.

In some instances, polarized lenses react with tints in windshields, creating blind spots and reducing the visibility of the LCD readout. If this happens, consider mirror lenses as a glare-reducing alternative.

Photochromic lenses

Photochromic lenses automatically adjust to changing light intensity and conditions. These lenses actually darken on bright days and lighten when conditions darken.

A few caveats: The photochromic process takes longer to work in cold conditions, and it doesn't work when driving because UVB rays don't penetrate your windshield.

Interchangeable lenses

Some eyeglass styles come with interchangeable lenses of different colors. These multi-lens systems allow you to adjust your eye protection according to your activities and conditions. Consider this option if you need reliable performance in different situations.

Visible Light Transmission

The amount of light that reaches your eye through your lens is called Visible Light Transmission (VLT). Measured as a percentage (and listed in the product specs on REI.com), VLT is affected by the color and thickness of your lenses, the material of prescription sunglasses, and the coating they have on them. Here are some general guidelines for lens selection based on the VLT percentage:

0-19% VLT: Ideal for bright, sunny conditions.

20-40% VLT: Good for all-purpose use.

40+% VLT: Best for dark and low light conditions.

80-90+% VLT: A very clear lens for very dim and night conditions.

Sunglass Lens Colors

Sunglasses’ lens colors have effects on how much light reaches your eye, how well you see other colors, and how much contrast you can see. Dark colors (black/grey/green) are ideal for everyday use and most outdoor activities. The purpose of dark colors is primarily to cut glare and reduce eye strain in medium to bright conditions. Gray and green lenses will not distort colors, while brown lenses may cause slight distortion.

Light Colors (Yellow/Gold/Amber/Rose/Vermilion): These colors are best in moderate to low-level light conditions. They are often best for skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports. They provide excellent depth perception, increase contrast in difficult, flat-light conditions, improve visibility of objects and make your surroundings appear brighter.

Sunglass lens coating

The more expensive the sunglasses, the more layers of coating they have. These can include a hydrophobic coating to repel water, an anti-scratch coating to improve durability, and an anti-fog coating for dry conditions or high-energy activities.

Mirror or flash coating refers to a reflective film applied to the outer surfaces of some sunglass lenses. They reduce glare by reflecting more of the light that hits the lens surface. Mirror coatings make objects appear darker than they actually are, so lighter colors are often used to compensate.

Sunglass lens material

The material used in your sunglass lenses will affect their clarity, weight, durability, and cost.

The sunglass lens offers high optical clarity and high wear resistance. However, it is heavier and more expensive than other materials. The glass will be "slick" when impacted.