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As always, we love staying up to date on all the latest trends, and Australian sunglasses are the hottest commodity on the market right now. From classic cat-eye shapes to unique colored lenses, Aussie eyewear brands are taking the fashion industry by storm across the globe (and for good reason).

So make sure to snag a pair (or two, or three) of summer-ready sunnies from the need-to-know Australian sunglasses brands below.

 

 

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Le Specs

Created by French transplants living in Australia back in 1979, Le Specs has graced the faces of big-name celebs like Gigi Hadid, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and Kate Moss. This line embraces the French signature chic aesthetic yet holds true to its Australian roots with the promise of protection from harsh sun rays at an affordable price.

 

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QUAY AUSTRALIA

Dubbed the notoriously cool sunnies brand, there is no sunglasses line that embraces Australian eyewear like QUAY. The brand offers the latest and trendiest frames, as well as timeless, classic designs that are perfect for the babe who’s all about soaking up the sun.

 

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Bailey Nelson

Empower the individualist in you with Bailey Nelson’s unique array of sunglasses. Created in the beach suburb of Ah Bondi in 2012, this Australian eyewear brand proves beautiful and affordable can coexist.

 

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Local Supply

Another Aussie sunglasses brand born out of Ah Bondi, Local Supply was created as an alternative to overpriced sunglasses. The versatile shapes are perfect for adventures around the corner or around the globe.

 

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Pacifico Optical

Based on the mantra of simplicity, Pacifico Optical embraces the relaxed coastal lifestyle. The mix of Japanese crafting and Italian accents, such as the earthy tones and subtle shapes, make for a totally vintage vibe.

 

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South Cali Sunnies

Where southern California and Australia meet in the middle, South Cali Sunnies is inspired by endless beaches and peaceful, picturesque summers. The brand offers polarized and UV-400 rated frames that are named after SoCal beaches like Venice Beach, Newport Beach, and Laguna Beach.

 

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SODA

How can you not be intrigued by the cool, carefree aesthetic of this brand? The unisex eyewear line has the “it” factor with its refreshing and premium polarized lenses.

 

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AM Eyewear

AM Eyewear was founded in 2003 with one simple mission: to create unique, quality, and handcrafted eyewear. The highly respected brand creates innovate designs with an old school vibe that are oh, so chic.

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xx, The FabFitFun Team