Sunglasses in the early 2000s were a sparkly affair. Everyone from Paris Hilton to J.Lo rocked rhinestone encrusted pairs on the regular. Now, true to fashion form, it looks like the blingy shades of yesteryear are making a return — because everything that goes around truly does come back around.
It was only a matter of time. In the eyewear arena, we’ve seen virtually every throwback trend come and go in recent seasons, from colored lenses to tiny sunglasses to circular frames. And with the revival of early aughts trends like kitten heels, logos, tracksuits and more, it only seems fair that the embellished sunglasses we wore not that long ago would get another chance. We’re talking acetate and plastic cat eye styles with rhinestone trim as well as Hilton-esque shields complete with bling. Gucci has put out a healthy offering of crystal-adorned sunnies this season and everyone from Free People to Zara has followed suit.
If you’re ready to revisit this look and return to the era of Ja Rule and Myspace, scroll on. We’ve shopped out 12 pairs that will instantly take you back to a simpler time.
2000's Era-Embellished Sunglasses Are Back: 12 Pairs to Shop
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Free People
Diamante Embellished Sunglasses, $9.95 at Free People
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Steve Madden
60MM Embellished Square Sunglasses, $36 at Lord & Taylor
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Versace
Aviator Sunglasses With Swarovski Detail, $344 at ASOS
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Topshop
Crystal Wilma Sunglasses, $60 at Topshop
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Missguided
Black Embellished Thick Cat Eye Sunglasses, $8 at Missguided
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Gucci
Square Sunglasses With Heart Crystals, $1,160 at Luisa Via Roma
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Roberto Cavalli
54MM Crystal-Embellished Cat Eye Sunglasses, $495 at Saks
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Guess
Rhinestone Cateye Sunglasses, $92 at Guess
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Betsey Johnson
BJ889129, $16.99 at 6pm
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Icing
Stacy Gold & Rhinestone Aviator Sunglasses, $11.70 at Icing
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Zara
Plastic Frame Sunglasses With Encrusted Detailing, $9.99 at Zara
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Kate Spade New York
50MM Luann Cats Eye Sunglasses, $200 at Lord & Taylor