Oh, how the tiny have fallen!
Itty-bitty sunglasses have been all the rage for the summer, but celebs have been looking to the future in a larger silhouette: the shield.
Variations of this sporty lens popped up on fall runways from fashion heavy hitters Balenciaga and Tom Ford.
Marine Serre, an ultra-buzzy Parisian designer, also showcased the dramatic eyewear on her debut catwalk in February.
Since then, the sci-fi style has been heating up among the fashion set: Trendy Lower East Side retailer the Frankie Shop managed to sell out of a “Matrix”-inspired pair that resembles ski goggles.
But fast-fashion shops like Forever 21 and Topshop are now stocking up on the bold look with affordable versions, in styles from visors to wraparound.
Unlike barely-there sunglasses, these statement shades are high-performance, meaning they’ll actually protect one’s eyeballs from UV rays.
Of course, shade queen Kim Kardashian has embraced the show-stopping look, and Jennifer Lopez and the Hadid sisters are also fans.





