Fashion People Are Into This Nostalgic Eyewear Trend

I didn't think I was a wire-frame-sunglasses person. I've always leaned oversize and borderline cartoonish when it comes to sunnies—the bigger and blacker the better. Recently, however, I've found myself gravitating toward sleek, barely-there frames that feel more "fashion intern in a 2003 paparazzi photo" than "blocking UV rays on a beach day." Once you start noticing them, they're everywhere. You can really thank the celebrity street style moments that made this happen for me because they have me truly obsessed.

From skinny silver ovals to sharp, angular cat eyes, wire-frame sunglasses are slowly replacing the chunky acetate pairs that once lived permanently in my tote bag. They're cool without trying, minimalist without being boring, and flattering in that unexpected way that makes you question your entire sunglasses drawer. Below, I rounded up 26 of the best pairs—from affordable buys to designer options that'll make you feel like the main character.

During the recent Cannes season, Bella Hadid sported multiple pairs of wire-frame sunglasses. As one of the most influential models in fashion, her stamp of approval had an instant effect, and I started seeing these sunglasses popping up everywhere soon after.

Laura Harrier is known for her classic, timeless style. This Miu Miu look is how I think she'd dress if she were at her peak in the '90s. This is a sunglasses trend that looks even better with leather and silk.

Sunglasses moments are quite rare on the red carpet, but Ariana Grande was willing to hide some of her glam to show off these sunglasses during the premiere of Wicked. They're that good.

I dug deep into the archives while researching this trend, and a big name to know is none other than Paris Hilton. Her Y2K moments were decorated with a series of wire-frame sunglasses and rimless styles that are incredibly chic.

Rihanna is the epitome of cool girl style, so when she backs something, I know it's worth looking into. Seeing her in these sunglasses was enough to convince me that they really are having a moment.