Chanel eyewear: a new vintage

Sunglasses are an art form unto themselves. They invite intrigue, radiate cool and yet, remain completely practical. Their ability to influence an outfit is unparalleled thanks to an inherent duality of attitude and elegance; their powers must be used wisely.

Enter: Chanel’s latest capsule eyewear collection. Two vintage-inspired frames in autumnal palettes of blush pinks, soft greys, burnished ambers and muted greens that blossom with a 60s-esque floral motif.

Flirtatious and chic, their retro aesthetic speaks to the love affair between designers and the bohemia of the '60s and '70s that has dominated runways the past few seasons.

Our suggestion? Use them to brighten up a cold-weather wardrobe of neutral tones or pair with vintage-inspired shapes such as flares and pussy-bow blouses.

Available in Chanel boutiques in May.