Meet the Newest Member of the "Ugly Trend" Family

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Miu Miu, Marine Serre, and Sportmax)

It may seem odd to admit to being obsessed with "ugly" trends, but alas, I am. I think I chalk it up to my undying love of a good shock factor somewhere in my outfit. Be it a cow print boot, feather-adorned sleeve, or completely see-through pants (yes, I've gone there), I am always adding something to spice things up. "Ugly" trends are a no-brainer when it comes to this urge of mine and this year, the trend just so happens to be a sporty one. Sportswear of all kinds dominated the S/S 21 runways including track pants, hoodies, and today's star, sporty sunglasses. 

Sunglasses that look like they could either be Oakley's or picked up at your local gas station are oddly enough the accessory trend to be seen in this spring. In-your-face colors, aerodynamic shapes, and translucent lenses are about to take over your Instagram feeds so if you're in the mood to partake in the latest "ugly" craze, I can't back this one enough. While Bottega Veneta resurfaced this shocking trend last season, Marine Serre, Balenciaga, and Sportmax proved 2021 is the year of the sporty sunny, and we are so here for it. 

Below, take a look at some of my favorite sporty sunglass moments on the runway and shop the pairs you'll need to get the look.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Miu Miu)

Pictured: Miu Miu S/S 21

Lean into the sportswear trend and pair your new sunnies with a matching track suit and sneakers. 

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Marine Serre)

Pictured: Marine Serre S/S 21

Add a pop to an all-black look with a bold white pair of sunglasses. Translucent blue lenses are a plus. 

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Balenciaga )

Pictured: Balenciaga S/S 21

This look is proof that you don't need to overthink the styling of this trend. Just grab your favorite graphic tee and you're golden. 

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Sportmax)

Pictured: Sportmax S/S 21

Juxtapose a pulled-together tailored look with these jarring sporty sunglasses. 

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Burberry)

Pictured: Burberry S/S 21

Opt for a monochromatic look by matching your new sunglasses to your outfit. We love the combination here of knitwear with bright eyewear. 

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Sportmax)

Pictured: Sportmax S/S 21

Offset a flowing maxi dress with a stark pair of sporty sunglasses. 

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Pictured: Miu Miu S/S 21

One more Miu Miu look before you go. I love how these are paired with a more delicate mini dress. 

Lauren Eggertsen
Editorial Director

"Copy (200 words): Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Where and has worked at the company for nearly seven years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Sydney Sweeney, Lindsay Lohan, and Megan Fox. 


She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, and Milan, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Elle.com, HarpersBazaar.com, and Vogue.co.uk. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.