The Ten Best Men's Sunglasses

2. French Connection - £65
Like many high-street creations, these black frames draw more than “inspiration” from pricier brands. French Connection has even called this the Wayfarer, the cheeky devils.
www.fcuk.com/uk; 0844 557 3285 

3. Ray-Ban - £101
Goose and Maverick’s hollering on the beach volleyball court in Top Gun lifted sales of this classic, 70-year-old design by 40 per cent. If Aviators were chocolate, they’d be Dairy Milk.
www.sunglasshut.co.uk; 020-7629 8934 

4. H&M - £4.99
Slick as an oil spill at a filling station and as black and smooth as Bagheera, these wouldn’t be out of place in a Michael Mann movie. Which is to say, they’re sharp.
www.hm.com/gb; 020-7323 2211

5. Prada - £175
Understated and unpretentious. Like many of the Italian fashion giant’s output, these babies are as refined as sipping espresso on the deck of Miuccia’s yacht.
www.sunglasshut.co.uk; 020-7629 8934 

6. Ray-Ban - £120
The classic Wayfarer was put in the shade by the “wraparound”, but came back when Johnny Borrell and Kirsten Dunst were spotted wearing his 'n’ hers versions last year.
www.specsavers.co.uk; 020-7580 5115

7. Topman - £12
Chunky design made popular by rap mogul Kanye West. But unlike his “shutterblind” shades, you can see out of these without feeling that you’re peeking through blinds.
www.topman.com; 0844 984 0265

8. Ben Sherman - £62
For those who like a retro look to be subtle, these frames are a great choice. They are flattering, and a lot sturdier than your average wirerimmed specs.
www.asos.com 

9. Burberry - £143
Giant wraparounds that bring to mind Nineties’ tennis pros. On the upside, adoring women might mistake you for Bono. Or they might think you’re “lotto lout” Mike Carroll.
www.burberry.com; 020-7806 1328 

10. Oakley - £85
Lightweight and contoured, these shades are perfect for outdoorsy types who plan to spend the next three months beside the seaside or – even better – atop a surfboard.
www.amazon.co.uk