December 2024
Men's Sunglasses: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of men's sunglasses rankings posted by key online experts, as of December 2024.
Summary
On 11 Dec 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 108 sunglasses endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
98 sunglasses were endorsed in total, only 6 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 11 Dec 2024, Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed sunglasses with 3 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 3 recommended it as the '#1 sunglasses' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Ray-Ban: 6 sunglasses
(#1 is Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer)
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Oakley: 5 sunglasses
(#1 is Oakley Evzero Blade)
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Tom Ford: 3 sunglasses
(#1 is Tom Ford Sven)
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Costa Del Mar: 3 sunglasses
(#1 is Costa Del Mar Ferg)
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Knockaround: 2 sunglasses
(#1 is Knockaround Polarized)
Price breakdown
At a glance - December Ranking
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Forbes
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Good Housekeeping
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luxurylondon.co.uk
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thecoolist
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independent.co.uk
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TheManual
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tripsavvy.com
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Runner's World
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T3
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OutdoorGearLab
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1
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Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer
The Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer sunglasses are highly praised for their timeless style, versatile design, and durability, making them a popular choice for both men and women.
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1
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1
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6
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2
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Huckberry Weekenders
The Huckberry Weekenders sunglasses are highly praised for their stylish design, versatile fit, and durable construction, making them a great option for casual wear and outdoor activities.
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2
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12
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3
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2
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3
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Ray-Ban Clubmaster
The Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses are highly regarded for their timeless style, excellent lens quality, and durability, making them a versatile and reliable choice for a wide range of individuals and activities.
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1
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1
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4
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Persol 714SM Steve McQueen
The Persol 714SM Steve McQueen sunglasses are highly regarded for their style, lens quality, and durability, making them a timeless and versatile choice for eyewear.
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8
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11
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15
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5
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Bose Tempo Frames
The Bose Tempo Frames sunglasses are praised for their stylish design, versatile functionality, and durability, making them a top choice for outdoor activities and active individuals.
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3
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3
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12
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Ray-Ban Retro Round Metal
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4
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5
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We ranked Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer #1 in December 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer as #1.
Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Sunglasses for Men
Classic, stylish design
Lightweight and comfortable
Durable, according to testers
Suitable for a variety of face shapes
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May slide down nose
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OutdoorGearLab
A Timeless Classic
Classic, versatile style
Look great on everyone
Robust and sturdy
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Slant leaves the top open
Heavy
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We ranked Huckberry Weekenders #2 in December 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Forbes
Best Affordable Sunglasses For Men
These offer a face-flattering fit at a great price, and they stay put comfortably whether you’re hiking or hanging out
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These glasses don’t come with a carrying case so make sure they’re protected when in your bag
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tripsavvy.com
Best Budget, Runner-Up
Eliminate glare
Provides excellent visibility
Long-lasting construction
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Traditional design is not particularly fashion forward
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend men's sunglasses.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of men's sunglasses, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for December 2024 ranking
We ranked Ray-Ban Clubmaster #3 in December 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Ray-Ban Clubmaster as #1.
T3
American-meets-Euro chic, these sunglasses are classics
Classic design
Can be customised
Lightweight
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You might prefer Wayfarers
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We ranked Persol 714SM Steve McQueen #4 in December 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Forbes
Best Luxury Sunglasses
These have a classic yet modern look and offer a particularly good fit for those with a high nose bridge.
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These are expensive given the high quality.
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T3
Understated sunglasses for the man who would be Steve McQueen
Understated design
Hinge design
Classics
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Quite harsh colourway
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We ranked Bose Tempo Frames #5 in December 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
T3
The perfect sports shades with a techy treat
Bose Open Ear Audio tech adds a soundtrack over everything
Sweat and weather resistant design
Comfortable
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Pricey
Not as sleek as your standard sunnies
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We ranked Ray-Ban Retro Round Metal #6 in December 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Everyday Sunglasses for Men
Classic, retro style
Adjustable nose pads
Available in a variety of lens and frame colors
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Design is a bit more fragile
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