Gabby, the BG Style Editor, gives you the lowdown on what's hot in shades this summer.

Sunglasses can make or break more than just your outfit. They can affect your game. Face it, one of the first things that hot chick is going to notice about you this summer is your sunglasses.

But your shades have to give off the right vibe. There's a very fine line between "Hot Guy With Confidence and Style" and "D-Bag Trying Too Hard".

I spoke with the stylists at the Solstice Sunglass Boutique to get an idea of what's hot this summer... and what kind of guy should be wearing what frames.

So here is your quick guide to fitting your shades to your personal style:

Indie Rockers (You're a Cold War Kids fan, wear skinny jeans, plaid shirts, and anything nonconformist)

You've got that "not concerned with others’ viewpoints of me" attitude in regards to your lifestyle, music, and clothing. Pair these hot specs with your favorite hoodie and gray straight leg denim.


Hip Hop Lovers (You've got Common on heavy rotation and rock kicks like Nike SB and BAPE)

Keep the bad boy styles going by sporting these hot red frames with some fresh new kicks (try the R+ Sneaker by Rocawear) and a deep V-neck tee. These ‘80s inspired shades by Carrera have been seen on celebs such as Kanye West, Gwen Stefani, and Usher.


Surfers-Skaters-Snowboarders (You listen to Taking Back Sunday, have an ever present skate-/surf-/snowboards, and wear Kenneth Cole work shoes by day and Vans by night)

Wear these ocean blue aviators with your favorite boardshorts, tee, and straw fedora.


Mr. Eclectic (You rock out to whatever you deem cool, wear whatever is clean without a care of what’s “in,” are always on the go, and are a work hard-play harder disciple)

You need to keep a look that plays off your laid back style and personality. These classic shades look great regardless of the outfit.

Check out any of the featured styles at www.solsticestores.com