From lockdowns to hand sanitizers at every corner, from people in colorful masks to cabin crew in PPE kits, COVID-19 has transformed the world of travel and tourism. Today, as much of India begins to emerge from the lockdown, travelers, many of whom have been largely confined to their homes for more than a year, don’t have to dream of beaches, mountains, and monuments anymore.
Yet re-opening travel presents its own challenges. The virus hasn’t been eliminated completely, and it is important to get yourself vaccinated to boost your immunity. Make sure wherever you are traveling, you sanitize, mask up, and maintain social distancing to keep you and your family safe.
When it comes to sunglasses to take with you when you finally go on that long pending trip, look no further! We are here to help you with some of the trendiest picks of this season – 70s inspired sunglasses!
Blast From The Past- The 70s Hippie Club
The mid-sixties’ sunglasses were all about thick black frames or horn rims. But something changed in the early seventies; the Hippie Revolution took the world by storm (who can forget the flower child avatar made famous by Zeenat Aman in Haré Rama Haré Krishna, circa 1971). Natural fabrics, retro patterns, neutrals, and warm shades merged with ’70s style accents, and a flair for statement accessories like sunglasses went on to be iconic. Come, let’s take a look at some iconic sunglasses from the ’70s that are gracing runways today.
Metal Aviators
As the Second World War hit, the use of aviator sunglasses within the military became popular. These sunnies simultaneously captured the imagination of designers and started a revolution in both fashion and pop culture.
Post-war, aviators were lauded for their fashion potential, as well as their functionality. Who can forget the iconic Elvis Presley in gold aviator frames or Freddie Mercury in a white vest, light bouncing off his lenses! Like a statement shoe or jewelry, the ’70s inspired aviators are ideal to add that extra “something” to your outfit. If you want to channel that authentic 1970s aviator style, go by our expert recommendations.
Our picks for you
Black Green Full Rim Aviator Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Black Blue Gradient Full Rim Aviator Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Golden Full Rim Aviator Sunglasses from Vincent
Sunglasses in Funky Shapes
Boho ’70s fashion is a favorite among millennials, who love to experiment with eyewear shapes and sizes. Oversized sunglasses originally came into existence as a bigger, bolder take on the aviator design. They are far from subtle and are mainly designed to be noticed. For fashion experimentalists and boho-chic lovers, oversized sunglasses are the best trend ever! From the Jenner sisters to JLo, celebrities have taken up vintage-inspired oversized sunnies in bold shapes to enhance their overall style.
Our picks for you
Gold Brown Cat Eye Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Golden Full Rim Hexagonal Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Matte Golden Full Rim Hexagonal Sunglasses
Retro Round Sunglasses
Tea shades or round sunnies were designed from perfectly round lenses and thin wireframes from the early ’20s. But it was the English music icon, John Lennon, who brought it into the mainstream by making this frame style an authentic and unique fashion staple in the ’70s. Lennon wore these sunglasses with different frame materials and colorful lenses. Since then, Teashade sunglasses are famously known as “John Lennon Sunglasses.” In recent years, these shades have made a sweeping revival, and we do not see them disappearing from the spotlight anytime soon (not that we are complaining!). Retro round sunglasses are perfect for all the rebels without a cause.
Our picks for you
Matte Black Full Rim Round Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Gold Brown Round Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Black Blue Mirror Round Sunglasses from Vincent Chase
Tinted Glasses
In the late 60s and early 70s, the counterculture hippie movement propagated reuse and anti-consumerism, driving people to choose vintage sunglasses with tinted lenses. If you are looking to bring a subtle and refined feel to your ensemble, the ’70s tinted sunglasses are pleasingly sublime. The only thumb rule to follow when buying tinted lenses is that these sunglasses should be such that they can be consistently worn, both indoors and outdoors. With tinted lenses, you can not only view the world through rose-colored glasses, but also blue, yellow, pink, and more!
Our picks for you
Gold Brown Full Rim Square Sunglasses from John Jacobs
Silver Blue Full Rim Aviator Sunglasses from John Jacobs
Gold Half Rim Aviator Sunglasses from John Jacobs
Tortoise Shell Patterns
The iconic tortoiseshell frames have been one of the most endearing eyewear trends for decades. Whether it is on thick oversized acetates or thinner frames, this trendy pattern has been stirring up a sense of antiquity, luxury, and class in eyewear for ages. The warm brown and amber shades have the power to brighten up your face and add a touch of sophistication to your look. You don’t need Hermione’s time traveler to go back to the ’70s to get your hands on your favorite pair of tortoiseshell frames sunglasses. Because we’ve got you covered!
Our picks for you
Brown Tortoise Full Rim Wayfarer Sunglasses from John Jacobs
Black Tortoise Full Rim Rectangle Sunglasses from John Jacobs
Black Tortoise Full Rim Cat Eye Sunglasses from John Jacobs
With the motto ‘Go BIG or go home’, the ’70s were not understated, and neither were the sunglasses in that era. Oversized retro square sunglasses are a great way to add a retro touch to your daily vogue. Even though they are from nearly half a century ago, oversized sunglasses are making a comeback like never before, and we are all in for it!
