Who says sporty shades have to be boring? Here're six chic sport sunglasses for Summer

Probably nobody knows the importance of optical sun protection more than sports celebrities. Searing UV rays could cause permanent eye damage, while distortion caused by glare and reflections is a major source of annoyance to those who are active outdoors. If you, like us, find that sporty shades are looking kind of run-of-the-mill, there's no better time to invest in a pair that combines style with function — now that summer is finally upon us.

Oakley's new, shield-style Latch Panel shades features a unique latch mechanism to combat peripheral glare, allowing for focused vision. The versatile design incorporates 5B cylindrical lenses, thin ear stems for compatibility with hats and helmets, and the brand's signature Prizm Lens Technology for enhanced detail. Easy to clip onto shirts, the eyewear is part of Team Oakley athlete Kylian Mbappe’s 2024 signature series. This special edition boasts a translucent blue frame, satin gold "KM" deco plates, and navy side panels.

Imagine racing through a forest or over the dunes in an SUV with this pair of Emporio Armani EA4218 semi-rimless shades. Available in the matte colours of alpine green (seen here), dark grey or blue, this monochromatic, irregular-shaped model features an injected plastic frame and lenses in bio-polyamide.

The classic cat's eye outline is combined with a shield-style design in this fashion-forward Louis Vuitton Split Cat-Eye model that debuted on the Spring/Summer 2024 runway. Disguised behind the lenses at the centre-front of the frames is a subtle Monogram flower, while a gold LV Circle signature adds a final touch to the temples. The shades are offered in black, cream, as well as a vivid orange seen here that we favour in the spirit of this scorching season (by the beach, we hope).

The ultra-cool Ray-Ban Shooter, which is a spin on the brand's famous aviators, has been transformed with an edgier yet more elegant design. Without the original design's sweatbands, this model still maintains the signature "cigarette-holder" or "bullet" hole on the double bridge. The broad, drop-shaped lenses deliver maximum wearability and protection, whether you're cruising down country roads or taking aim at a clay pigeon.

The Oakley BiSphaera is one-half of a groundbreaking eyewear duo designed to offer the most extended field of view yet. Tailored for athletes out in the open field, the BiSphaera transitions from the pitch to everyday life seamlessly. The lightweight, flexible frame mirrors the design of the other model, the Sphaera, providing exceptional comfort and cool factor. Even better, wearers can choose between the proprietary Prizm Lens Technology or Oakley Authentic Prescription lenses.

Prada Eyewear's Spring/Summer 2024 women's collection showcases futuristic frames with soft curves and bold geometries. The iconic Prada Symbole sunglasses return with this sleek model, featuring contemporary wraparound lines for a stylishly snug fit and an expanded vision field, with a three-dimensional temple design. Seen here in a glowing transparent amethyst, it is also available in opaque black, talc, and transparent peach. Perfect for a jaunt on the yacht, we say.