The Best Sunglasses

Best Neutral Tone Sunglasses

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Marc by Marc Jacobs, $115
"Even in sweats, I'll look glamorous," said one tester of these dramatic shades. The angular frames flatter oval, round, and oblong faces. Style: MMJ036/S.
To Buy: Macy's, www.macys.com for locations.

Gucci, $270
An iconic style you "can wear year after year" provides instant sophistication. Oval lenses complement the distinct lines of rectangular, square, and heart-shaped faces. Style: GG2988/S.
To Buy: Solstice, 866-246-9043 for locations.

Simply Vera by Vera Wang, $30
Bold and dark faux-tortoiseshell shades are perfect for oval and oblong faces, which can handle bigger frames. Style: Oversized Square.
To Buy: Kohl's, www.kohls.com.

DKNY, $79
This pared-down style highlights cheekbones on rounder faces. And, as a tester pointed out, faux tortoiseshell "will never go out of fashion." Style: DY4045.
To Buy: LensCrafters, www.lenscrafters.com for locations.

Ann Taylor, $24.50
Moderately sized glasses elongate and slim round faces. Arms embossed with a giraffe print are wide enough to prevent rays from peeking in along the sides. Style: Jacqueline 169203.
To Buy: www.anntaylorloft.com.

Best Metal Frame Sunglasses

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Ann Taylor, $24.50
"Refined and affordable," these shades work best with heart-shaped faces. Faux-tortoiseshell arms and amber lenses give them lasting appeal. Style: Bianca 169202.
To Buy: www.anntaylorloft.com.

Avon, $20
Comfortable nose pads and featherweight rims had one tester feeling as if she weren't wearing glasses at all. A good match for oblong faces, the rose-tinted style comes with a second (free!) pair in brown. Style: Aviator Sunglasses.
To Buy: www.avon.com.

Miu Miu, $195
Wraparounds with smoky lenses hug the face to shield eyes completely. The arms are distinctly carved; the fit ensures they'll stay put. Best on oval faces. Style: MU61H.
To Buy: www.miumiu.com for locations.

Christian Roth, $395
Frames made of titanium are strong - they won't bend or warp - but extremely lightweight. Green-tinted lenses play up warm skin tones, and the rounded style works well on angular faces. Style: CR14251 BE.
To Buy: Bergdorf Goodman, 800-558-1855.

American Eagle Outfitters, $19.50
These streamlined aviators - particularly good for oval, square, and heart-shaped faces - have just a light tint. Style: Sunshine 2040.
To Buy: www.ae.com.

Best Colored Frame Sunglasses

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Fantaseyes, $20
Translucent gold frames in a sporty style are just the right fit for oval and square faces. "They don't overwhelm me like other glasses," said a tester. Style: Kiss Me.
To Buy: www.fantas-eyes.com.

Cole Haan, $125
"A nice alternative to black for summer," said a tester of these retro glasses in a creamy color that's easier to wear than stark white. Circular lenses contrast well with square and rectangular faces. Style: Acetate Cateye.
To Buy: 800-201-8001.

H&M, $6
Blue rims offer a "fun" and fresh spin on aviators, which are a good pick for oval, oblong, and heart-shaped faces. And you can't beat the price. Style: 3943-327612 (WK13).
To Buy: www.hm.com for locations.

Club Monaco, $79
Glossy red spices up a simple design. Curvy frames soften the sharp lines of square, rectangular, and heart-shaped faces. Style: Acetate CM6506.
To Buy: The Sunglass Hut, www.sunglasshut.com.

Mossimo for Target, $17
The versatile pearlized taupe color looks good on a variety of complexions, while crisp angles give a fuller face more definition. Style: Square Shades.
To Buy: www.target.com for locations.