Aviator sunglasses were originally designed in the 1930s for US Air Force pilots, but seem to have recently re-emerged as a popular fashion accessory for men and women alike.

Frequently seen in movies and worn by celebrities, pilots, US police officers, and military personnel, aviator sunglasses continue to be very popular. With many different designer brands now producing their own styles, their signature wire frames can now be found with several different lens types and colors.

Possibly the most popular type of aviator sunglasses would have to be the silver mirrored lenses worn by the US police and seen in the cult TV series CHIP and classic 80’s movies like Top Gun . Aviators seem to impart an element of mystery, intrigue and danger, and it is those properties that have made them a strong fashion choice today.

The aviator design is ideal for protecting the eyes from the sun from all angles and can now be found in a variety of colored lenses that may or may not be polarized. As you may know, polarized sunglasses block horizontal light waves to greatly reduce the reflection of the sun’s rays, a plus for pilots! As with all sunglasses, one should make sure that the sunglasses they buy sufficiently protect their eyes from all UV rays. Although mirrored lenses are traditionally more popular, it should be noted that mirrored sunglasses are more at risk of scratching, but doubt this won’t stop people from wearing them!

Although not the original aviator sunglasses that were designed and produced by Ray Ban, there is now a range of excellent designer style aviator sunglasses such as Oakley Crosshair or the more reasonably priced Nueu range which put good quality aviator sunglasses available to all. Today’s aviator style glasses are a great and remarkable accessory that fits most faces, male or female.

No matter if you need sunglasses for sports, driving or leisure, aviator sunglasses are a great option due to the available range of frame and colored lenses that I’m sure you’ll be more than happy to wear.