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Stylish Sunglasses Perfect for the Modern Man in Your Life
Give him a pair of sunnies to make his day brighter!
By: Eunice Sheene Fulgencio | August 30, 2020
From contemporary eyewear to classic aviators, there’s a pair for your man in this list!
There are a lot of reasons to be thankful for the man in your life, may it be a significant other, friend, dad, or brother. After all, men make life more interesting as much as they make it frustrating; they provide a perspective which helps you get a more well-rounded view on things.
But one infuriating factor about them is how difficult it is to shop for them. They might “not want anything” or “already have everything they need,” so a nice gesture might prove to be nearly impossible. One no-fail gift idea however—whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or just because—is a trusty pair of sunglasses. They’re fashionable, useful, and can be utilized for everyday life.
The following lists the best sunglasses and stylish sunnies and where you can find them. See which one fits your man best!
1. Aviator Classic from Ray-Ban
Where to buy: Sunglass Haven branches, Ray-Ban’s official Shopee Store
Price: Ranges from PhP10,000 to PhP13,000 (for polarized versions)
The Ray-Ban Aviator Classic pair was originally designed for U.S. aviators way back in 1937
Image: Ray-Ban Website
Sunglass Haven makes international brands such as Fendi, Dior, and Hugo Boss available in the country. They also have models from the popular American brand Ray-Ban—one of them being the timeless Aviator Classic. The pair is made out of quality materials and also provides 100% UV protection from the sun, so the man in your life can enjoy even the brightest day outside.
2. Dallas from Sunnies Studios
Store branches: Alabang Town Center, Eastwood Mall, SM City Marikina, Greenbelt 5, Glorietta 2, Greenhills Shopping Center, NAIA Terminal 3, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Magnolia, SM City North EDSA, Market! Market!, Robinsons Place Manila, Robinsons Metro East, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, SM Fairview, SM Cubao, SM Megamall, SM Sounthmall, TriNoma, UP Town Center, Uptown Mall, Ayala Malls Cloverleaf, Ayala Malls South Park
Price: PhP399
Sunnies Studios’ Philippines was founded in 2013.
Image: Sunnies Studios
It originated abroad, but Sunnies Studios has been steadily garnering popularity in the country thanks to its high-profile brand ambassadors such as James Reid and Liza Soberano. One pair that the brand carries is the retro-inspired Dallas and it fits the biggest unofficial requirement for men’s sunglasses: stylish without trying too hard. It comes in four color options: Almond full, Currant full, Beech full, and Barbeque full. Since Dallas is a unisex pair, you can even buy yours and go twinning with your giftee!
3. The Burgis™ from Eye Know Right
Store location: 4761 Sampaguita Street, Campe Building Marimar I Village, Bicutan, Parañaque City
Price: PhP2,000
Pictured above is The Burgis™ in Blackout vAlpha.
Image: Eye Know Right Website
Instagram and Facebook were its main platforms in the beginning, but Eye Know Right now has its own website and physical store, as well as frequent pop-up shops in shopping malls all over Metro Manila. One of its models is The Burgis™, which represents qualities a man would be proud to have: resilience, dominance, and prominence. The pair is made of stainless steel and is equipped with nose pads for added comfort. There are five colors to choose from namely Caffeine, Blood, Sepia, Blackout, and Clear.
4. Rovigo Sunglasses from Fly Shades
Store branches: SM City Fairview, SM City Sucat, SM Megamall, SM Center Muntinlupa, SM Center Valenzuela, Market! Market!, Robinsons Place Manila, TriNoma
Price: PhP340
Fly Shades first started on November 1, 2001.
Image: Fly Shades Facebook Page
Fly Shades is a homegrown brand which does not only provide a selection of sunglasses but also reading glasses for everyday use. Its Rovigo pair gives off a bohemian vibe while still remaining casual and fashionable—perfect for your man to rock while doing errands or enjoying a beach trip any day of the week.
5. Men’s Sunglasses from Mujosh
Store location: Alabang Town Center, Eastwood Mall, Ayala Malls Cloverleaf
Price: PhP4,490
Mujosh has a total of 700 store branches all over the world.
Image: Mujosh Facebook Page
Mujosh is an international brand hailing from Hong Kong with designers coming from Korea, Hong Kong, and China. The brand is also known for providing more “out there” pairs which distance themselves from the ordinary. Aside from sunglasses, Mujosh also has a selection of out of the ordinary clear specs. Both sunglasses and specs are prominent in size, a trend that is more common in South Korea.
Check out our list of sunglasses shops in Metro Manila or browse the Fashion & Apparel category of the Yoorekka Shopping Guide.
Thanks to sunglasses’ timelessness and functionality, they make for ideal and pleasing gifts for the man in your life. And as long as it comes from you and your good intentions, he will inevitably love the pair you choose.
What sunglasses pair are you looking forward to giving your man as a present? Let us know in the comments below!
* Prices may change without notice.
Note: This article was originally published in Yoorekka on September 25, 2018
About Eunice Sheene Fulgencio
Eunice knew that she’d be writing for the rest of her life from a very young age. Naturally introverted, she is selective with how she uses her time and who she spends it with. Has a penchant for sweet treats, sentimental proses, and online personality quizzes. A true-blue INFJ.
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