Celebrities like Rihanna, Kris Jenner and Rita Ora have been spotted in Tom Ford’s iconic aviator sunglasses over the years, and this affordable alternative saves you £280
Everyone once in a while there’s a fashion item that becomes a cultural icon, whether it’s a designer bag, a classic trench coat, or, in this case, a pair of Tom Ford’s Bronson Pilot-Frame Sunglasses. The oversized orange and black shades have been spotted on everyone from Kris Jenner and Rihanna to Rita Ora and Pharrell Williams over the years, making them a must-have for anyone looking to get the celeb look.
Although they’re more affordably priced than most A-list accessories at £360, they’re still a hefty splurge, which is why we were thrilled when we spotted this alternative at Quay. The Chart Topper Aviator Sunglasses are currently priced at £83 on ASOS, saving you £277 whilst giving you a similar star-approved look.
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Although they’re a more affordable brand, Quay is still a bit hit with celebrities and everyone from Sabrina Carpenter and SZA to Emily Ratajkowski and Justin Bieber have been spotted wearing a pair of sunglasses from the Australian brand. The new Chart Topper Aviator Sunglasses are the perfect pick if you want to get that designer look on a budget, giving you a very similar look and style to the iconic Tom Ford pair.
They have a chunk black frame made from acetate, with contrasting orange coloured lenses. Moulded nose pads keep them snug and comfortable on your face without slipping or digging in, and they feature Quay branding down the arms.
You can nab the Quay sunnies on ASOS right now, which means you can also take advantage of ASOS’ next day delivery if you want to make sure you get them in time for the Bank Holiday weekend. Also at ASOS is a pair of Topshop’s Premium Mauritus Angular Acetate Sunglasses which have a very similar look and are even more affordable at £32.
If you want to switch up the colour scheme but still want the same shape, Free People’s Cruise Oversized Aviator Sunglasses are a great alternative. Priced at £24, they come in seven different designs, including light floral prints, tortoiseshell and a patterned amber colour.
Directly from the Quay website, you can also pick up a similar pair in chocolate brown or pale beige, with the Set List sunglasses costing £87. For those on an ultra-tight budget, Stradivarius has a similar pair of Resin Sunglasses for £12.99, which have a yellow lens and the same oversized aviator shape.
Quay’s Chart Topper Aviator Sunglasses are definitely our top pick though. Perfect for giving you that designer look on a budget, they’ll be a must-have for the summer.