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What Glasses Are Gen Z Wearing? Sunglasses Slang and Frame Trends

By Deepak Optical TeamPublished 1 November 20262 min read

What Glasses Are Gen Z Wearing? Sunglasses Slang and Frame Trends

Style moves fast, and the words people use move with it. Here is a plain guide to what you see on younger faces right now, with a reminder that a frame which fits and suits you beats one that is only popular.

What do younger people call sunglasses?

Commonly shades and sunnies. In India you will also hear cooling glasses or simply goggles. Slang shifts, so treat these as common words, not rules.

Close-up of premium tortoiseshell eyeglasses with a gold temple detail on a blue surface, Details Matter poster by Deepak Optical, Aligarh
Tortoiseshell acetate with gold temple detail.

Looks you see a lot right now

  • Round and oval frames. Soft, light and easy. See frame shapes explained.
  • Thin metal frames. A quiet, minimal look. Browse minimal frames.
  • Oversized shapes. Large lenses that make a statement.
  • Cat-eye frames. An upswept corner that lifts the face.
  • Light tints. Brown, grey and soft colour lenses, for glasses and sunglasses alike.
  • Retro looks. Older shapes keep returning with new colours. See statement frames.

How to wear a trend without regretting it

  1. Start with your face shape. Try the free face shape finder and read best glasses for your face shape.
  2. Change one thing. A bold colour or a new shape is enough. Keep the rest simple.
  3. Check the fit. A slipping frame never looks good. See the frame size guide.
  4. Think about your day. A frame you wear every day should be comfortable first.

Looking for the newest styles?

See new arrivals and sunglasses, or find a pair within your budget in frames under ₹2,000. Read what to check before you buy sunglasses online.

This article is general information, not medical advice. For persistent symptoms or any sudden change in your vision, see an eye-care professional.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01What do Gen Z call sunglasses?

Commonly 'shades' and 'sunnies', and in India people also say 'cooling glasses' or just 'goggles'. Slang changes and varies by place and group.

02What glasses is Gen Z wearing?

Styles you see a lot include round and oval frames, thin metal frames, oversized shapes, cat-eye frames, and lightly tinted lenses. Retro looks keep coming back.

03What are the hottest glasses right now?

Trends move quickly and differ by place, so look at the shapes and colours listed in our new arrivals and choose one that suits your face. A frame that fits well always looks better than one that is only trendy.

04How do I pick a trendy pair that suits me?

Start with your face shape, then pick a style you like. Use our free face shape finder to see frames suggested for you.

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