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The coolest shades right now are wire-rimmed

Best wire-framed sunglasses for men 2025

There’s something about the '90s that just won't quit. From sweater vests and relaxed denim to minimalist sneakers, the decade's influence keeps cycling back into the men's fashion conversation. And now, it's eyeing your eyewear. Wire-framed sunglasses—once the hallmark of off-duty celebrities, grungy skaters, and slick luxury-loving R&B artists—are sliding back onto the nose of stylish guys everywhere. Sleek, lightweight and just the right amount of retro swagger, these shades are proving that what was once old-school is now cutting-edge cool again.

There's a subtle confidence to these slim frames. They don't shout, but whisper “I know what I'm doing.” And because they rest on the most visible part of your body, they are able to convey status instantly. Not to mention—they protect your eyes during the sunniest part of the year. The return of these wire-framed glasses isn't just a nostalgia trip, it's a style statement rooted in simplicity and a little bit of rebellion. And thankfully, there are plenty of styles to choose from. Herewith, some of the best to buy right now.

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The Best
Wire-Framed Sunglasses
for Men in 2025

walden timber sunglasses

Timber sunglasses,
$99 by Walden

madewell wire-framed sunglasses

Wire-framed sunglasses,
$88 by Madewell

These retro oval frames are made from sturdy stainless steel and features Carl Zeiss lenses and tortoise patterned temple tips.

Aaliyah gold sunglasses,
$150 by Sun Buddies

moscot schmooz sunglasses

Schmooz sunglasses,
$380 by Moscot

sunski estero sunglasses

Estero sunglasses,
$98 by Sunski

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garret leight world sunglasses

World sunglasses,
$415 by Garret Leight

raen spyre sunglasses

Spyre sunglasses,
$190 / $133 by Raen

A modern take on retro pairs, these sunglasses are designed with gunmetal wire frames and rectangular lenses tinted a dark-steel hue.

Wire-framed sunglasses,
$120 by COS

ray-ban round rose gold sunglasses

Round rose gold sunglasses,
$180 / $126 by Ray-Ban

quince baja polarized sunglasses

Baja polarized sunglasses,
$50 by Quince

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gu mini square sunglasses

Mini squared sunglasses,
$9.90 by GU

randolph engineering matte aviator sunglasses

Matte aviator sunglasses,
$259 by Randolph Engineering

Like a more refined 'Matrix' frame, the cat-eye sunglasses have engraved detailing throughout and full metal temple tips.

Silver M3147 sunglasses,
$750 by Matsuda

akila matte black sunglasses

Matte black sunglasses,
$220 by Akila

urban outfitters leo slim sunglasses

Leo slim sunglasses,
$15 by Urban Outfitters

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a.d.s.r. jason sunglasses

Jason sunglasses,
$169.97 by A.D.S.R.

meller lerato sunglasses

Lerato sunglasses,
$65 by Meller

Handcrafted in Japan from lightweight yet durable titanium wire, these frames have a double-layered rim inspired by clip-on styles.

Hartana round sunglasses,
$975 Jacques Marie Mage

oliver peoples 1989c sunglasses

1989C sunglasses,
$524 by Oliver Peoples

crap nu bloom sunglasses

Nu Bloom sunglasses,
$119 by Crap

How to Maintain
Your Shades

When you shell out good money for a quality pair, you want to make sure you treat them right, clean them properly and prevent any long-lasting damage. We spoke with some experts for their guidance on how to take care of your shades.

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