As the fashion world transitions into a new season, Autumn/Winter 2026 brings a fresh perspective to designer eyewear. From light-coloured lenses and futuristic shields to sculptural silhouettes and autumnal hues, this season’s sunglasses are anything but an afterthought. Luxury fashion houses are exploring familiar signatures in new ways, while celebrities continue to offer a first look at the styles set to shape our eyewear wardrobes.

So, what’s trending in designer eyewear for Autumn/Winter 2026? Here are the luxury design directions worth keeping an eye on, as seen on celebrities and in the latest designer campaigns; all available to purchase at Pretavoir!

Light-Coloured and Tinted Lenses

Dark lenses are no longer the only option when it comes to making a statement. Light-coloured and tinted lenses offer a softer, more playful alternative, adding a subtle wash of colour without completely obscuring the eyes. 

Hailey Bieber showcased the trend in the Miu Miu Autumn/Winter 2026 campaign, wearing transparent yellow Miu Miu MU C07SU 24S81E with pink gradient lenses.

Ricky Martin also demonstrated how pink lenses are suitable for men, too. He wore the Tom Ford Scout-02 TF1480 01S sunglasses at the 83rd Venice Film Festival this September.

Tom Ford Scout TF1480 is also available in tortoise.

Orange lenses are also making a return, bringing a retro-inspired touch to contemporary designer sunglasses. Coco Gauff embraced orange-tinted lenses in an editorial for Miu Miu Tennis Capsule Collection, wearing Miu Miu MU C06SU 21D90X sunglasses while proving that the trend is just as suited to off-duty style as it is to the fashion spotlight.

Miu Miu MU C06SU is also available in black, bordeaux, military green, and blue.

Shields and Wraparounds

Sporty, futuristic and unapologetically bold, shield and wraparound sunglasses continue to make their mark this season. Their streamlined silhouettes bring a contemporary edge to everyday dressing, while oversized proportions make them a natural choice for those who prefer their accessories to do the talking.

Kim Kardashian was spotted in Paris this September wearing the new Gucci GG2276S 001 angular shield sunglasses in black.

Gucci GG2276S is also available in silver, purple, and blue.

Gucci’s more rounded take on the shield trend, the Gucci GG2271S 001, has already attracted plenty of celebrity attention also, including none other than Kim Kardashian herself, during the Gucci Cruise 2027 fashion show in New York City.

Gucci GG2271S is also available in brown, blue, pink, and silver.

In her eyewear campaign for Autumn/Winter 2026, Victoria Beckham embraced the streamlined wraparound shape, wearing black and gold Victoria Beckham VB7015/S RHL/IR sunglasses.

Geometric and Sculptural Shapes

For those who prefer their accessories with a little more architectural interest, geometric and sculptural frames are worth a closer look this season. Angular edges, unconventional proportions and distinctive profiles give these designs their appeal, turning luxury sunglasses into statement pieces in their own right.

Cristiano Ronaldo wore the silver Gucci GG2177S 006 sunglasses with light blue lenses during the 2026 FIFA World Cup arrivals.

Gucci GG2271S is also available in silver with grey lenses and gold with brown lenses.

Will Sharpe wore the glacier-style Saint Laurent SL 750 003 sunglasses at the Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2027 show in Paris.

Fai Khadra wore silver Bottega Veneta BV1508S 004 aviators featuring green lenses at the Bottega Veneta Spring/Summer 2027 show in Milan.

Bottega Veneta BV1508S is also available in dark ruthenium and gold.

Autumn Hues

Autumn/Winter dressing wouldn’t be complete without a richer colour palette. Bordeaux, warm beige and earthy neutrals offer an elegant alternative to stark black, complementing the season’s deeper tones while adding warmth to everyday outfits. The same palette extends to eyewear, where softly coloured frames and tinted lenses provide a more subtle way to embrace autumnal dressing.

Lila Grace Moss wore bordeaux Burberry BE4505U 4259/73 in the house’s Autumn/Winter campaign, demonstrating the appeal of one of the season’s defining shades.

Prefer your autumn hues through your vision instead? Kaya Scodelario wore the striped Tiffany & Co. TF4238U 84358D sunglasses featuring pink to violet gradient lenses in The Gentlemen Season 2, offering a softer take on the trend.

Playful Tortoise

Tortoiseshell is a perennial eyewear favourite, but this season, it’s anything but predictable. Think colourful interpretations that go beyond traditional amber and brown, with playful patterns, decorative embellishments and little details that make all the difference.

Jacob Elordi wore the Bottega Veneta BV1497S 002 sunglasses in camouflage-like yellow tortoise, giving the timeless pattern a contemporary feel.

Cynthia Erivo, meanwhile, wore Dior Bow R2I 20F0 sunglasses at the maison's Spring/Summer 2027 fashion show; offering another take on tortoise eyewear with distinctive detailing.

Matte Aviators For Men

Aviators remain a menswear staple, but matte finishes give this familiar silhouette a more understated, modern character. Less about shine and more about texture, matte frames offer a versatile alternative to traditional polished metal, pairing easily with everything from casual weekend outfits to more tailored looks.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh was spotted wearing Ray-Ban Bill Max RB 3793V 2502 opticals in an editorial published this October.

Meanwhile internet personality Ryan Prevedel wore the TAG Heuer Jack Heuer TH40059U 12B sunglasses at the 83rd Venice Film Festival this September.

From tinted lenses and futuristic shields to sculptural frames, autumnal colours and updated classics, the Autumn/Winter 2026 eyewear collections offer plenty of ways to refresh your look for the new season.

Discover the latest designer eyewear at Pretavoir, the home of luxury eyewear and your most complete source for celebrity glasses and sunglasses sightings. Explore the new arrivals and find the designer frames making their mark this season!

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