With year-round sunshine, there’s no better excuse to invest in some super cool sunglasses. Go back in time but stay well ahead in the style stakes with these perfect retro shades

FOR THE MEN

Retro racers These über retro neutral Dolce and Gabbana shades are actually for women, but with their edgy racing stripe and cool colour, they easily deserve a place in your wardrobe. Just add attitude – and you’re ready for the summer. AED 755 | Al Jaber Optical	Dare devil Bold and oh-so-stylish – this is the shape of the summer – and Persol has got it spot on. Pop these on for some instant, gratifying attention. AED 735 | Yateem opticians
Sun seekers Join Club Tropicana in these cheeky bright sunglasses. Not for the outfit shy, team with a bright shirt and you’re good to go-go! AED 735 | Yateen opticians	Rebel without a cause We don’t know a man who wouldn’t want to look like the main man of film action, James Dean – and these Ray-Ban Wayfarers are just the solution. Strut your stuff with these sharp yet fun shades; mean and moody stance optional. AED 910 | Al Jaber Optical
Mean business These surprisingly subtle yet stylish shades don’t scream the usual loud and colourful Versace trademark style. Perfect for any look – these wearable sunglasses will take you throughout the year with a slick yet understated, easy style. AED 1,040 | Yateem opticians

FOR THE LADIES

Strike a pose The brand is synonymous with style – so it’s only natural for Vogue to come up with these achingly cool shades. With a palette worthy of the 70s heyday – go demure behind these marvellously oversized glasses that ooze pure celeb style. AED 590 | Al Jaber Optical	Silver screen starlet Tortoiseshell with an undeniably film star style – these 1950s-inspired shades are guaranteed to bring out the diva in you. Pop these glamorous beauties on and await the flashbulbs – go on, we dare you. AED 755 | Al Jaber Optical
Austin powers Abu Dhabi Week already has these shades on their wish list. The striking monochrome frames scream retro, while the chic shape is a style classic that will never date – plus they come in brown for two gorgeous looks. Grab them while you can – before we buy the lot! AED 760 | Yateem opticians	Pink panther Unashamedly feminine, what’s not to love about these perfectly pink sunglasses? With stylishly smaller lenses for those who don’t wish to hide their entire face behind oversized glasses – these Miu Miu sunglasses demand to be shown off. AED 1,070 | Yateem Opticians
Sea view Elegant and simple – Versace has done it again. With a more grown-up attitude to its style this season, the Italian fashion house deserves high kudos for their chic collection. We love the aquamarine shade and the wonderfully simple shape of these super-luxe sunnies. AED 980 | Yateem opticians Charlie Kennedy