1. Diesel £110
Fixed with small metal bolts, Diesel's single-lens aviators have an almost robotic quality to them. Not for the shy and retiring, the futuristic style requires strong urban dress sense to really work.
www.safilo.com; 01423 520 303
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2. Gucci £150
These sunglasses ooze class and quality.Themarble-effect frames give thema retro feel, although the clean lines keeps the overall look modern. A great way to set off a sharp Italian suit.
www.safilo.com; 01423 520 303
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3. Persol £220
Ideal when you are on the go, these Persol sunglasses fold to tiny proportions and fit easily in your pocket. The springy arms mean that they are also very comfortable to wear.
www.harveynichols.com
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4. Marks & Spencer £29.50
Sleek and chic, these wrap frames are a bargain. The lenses are very lightly coloured, so rock wanabees canwear them both indoors and out without looking like too much of a wally.
www.marksandspencer.com; 0845 302 1234
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5. Rayban Wayfarers £120
Because they are almost identical to the original Twenties version, you knowyou’re buying a design classic. Black is the standard hue, but coloured frames are a great way to brighten up an outfit and this striking red is a winner.
www.sunglasshut.co.uk; 020-8846 8700
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6. Topman £15
These are a great pair of retro aviators and no one will guess they’re from Topman. If your Dad didn’t hang on to his originals, they’re cheap enough to treat him to a blast from the past.
www.topman.com; 0845 121 4519
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7. Carrera £69
Boy-racers will love these red aviators. They would work well worn with a leather jacket, and are a perfect for riding a Ducati, test driving a sports car or doing your best Days of Thunder impression.
www.safilo.com; 01423 520 303
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8. Dior Homme £150
Unlike the whippet-slim cut of his clothes, Hedi Slimane’s white Dior Homme sunglasses suit any figure. The arms are narrow, though, and it is quite a delicate frame so treat with care.
www.safilo.com; 01423 520 303
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9. Linda Farrow vintage £165
Stand out from the crowd with these aviators from Linda Farrow. The Seventies style looks great with denims – the ideal sunglasses for a guy with classic style. Burt Reynolds would be proud.
www.harrods.com; 020-7730 1234
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10. D&G £130
Wannabe cabin boys can camp it upwith D&G’s slick nautically styled metallic blue sunglasses. They are engraved with a tiny anchor and are also available in white. Ahoy there!
www.sunglasshut.co.uk; 020-8846 8700
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Chosen by Elisa Makin, 19 June 2007
