November 30, 2022

How to Find the Perfect Pair of Cat Eye Sunglasses

3 Steps to Choose a Style That Fits You Best

Made popular in the 1960s by Audrey Hepburn’s character in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, cat eye sunglasses add a recognizable touch of glamour. With their signature upswept browline that mimics — you guessed it — a cat’s eye, these frames are a fashion-forward, versatile choice that suits almost any face shape. So which cat eye sunglasses are best for you? Here are some tips on how to find the perfect pair.

Woman in milky white cat eye sunglasses poses in front of some tropical plants — Sunglasses Shown: Glory Glory / @pua_anela

Step 1: Choose frames that fit your face shape.

Cat eye sunglasses look good on virtually anyone. Want yours to look great? Select a pair that complements your face.

Oval? Choose frames slightly wider than the widest part of your face.
Square? The more pronounced the “wings” of your cat eyes, the better.
Round? Oversized, angular cat eye frames suit you best.
Diamond? You can also pull off angular styles with pronounced wings.
Heart-shaped? Go with cat eye sunglasses wider than your forehead.

Woman in pink sweatshirt and cat eye sunglasses poses in front of a pond — Sunglasses Shown: Kila / @leeuhhann

Step 2: Find your favorite color.

Lotus with its gradient twist and Kila with its textured frame front make great choices for a classic black pair of cat eye sunglasses, but don’t be afraid to play around with color!

Pink cat eye sunglasses are especially popular right now. One of our newest styles, Lokelani, comes in a fun bubblegum with rose gold frame, and quintessential Ocean is available in a tortoise with raspberry frames. Also trending are white cat eye sunglasses. Check out Olili and Glory Glory with their elegant milky almond frame options.

Another way to add color to your cat eye sunglasses is through the lens. In addition to more neutral options like HCL® Bronze and Neutral Grey, most styles also come readily available with Maui Rose® or Blue Hawaii – and with our MyMaui® customization service, the possibilities are truly endless. Mix and match to find the pop of color you want!

Woman wearing pink Cat Eye sunglasses smiles in front of a beach — Sunglasses Shown: Lotus / @officialmauijim

Step 3: Consider your lifestyle.

Cat eye sunglasses aren’t made just to complement your most fashionable look or to lounge in the sun (although you’re welcome to do exactly that in any of our styles). For more active lifestyles, take a look at Mehana with striking round lenses or Kou with more subtle upswept corners – either makes the perfect partner for your daily adventures.

Of course, the best way to find your perfect pair of cat eye sunglasses is to just start browsing. Shop our full collection here!