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Be A Maximalist Bride In Bug-Eye Sunglasses!
This super-whimsical and bold trend from the 60s and 2000s is on our radar, even for bridesmaids.
L-R: Pamela Anderson, Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, Paris Hilton, a runway look from the Celine SS26 show, Britney Spears, and a look from the Saint Laurent SS26 show
It has the approval of Rihanna and Kim Kardashian, and for good reason! Bug-eye sunglasses, so named so as their lenses are shaped like the huge eyes of insects, are massive, rounded shades that a major part of the face. In bridal style, they translate to being big, bold, and unapologetically dramatic. While some sunglasses are as inconspicuous as the colours beige and tan, these are like the big neon sign boards you just can’t ignore! Love it already? Go for any of its variations—round, oval, and butterfly wraparound shapes.
Audrey Hepburn wearing bug-eye sunglasses in the movie ‘How to Steal A Million’. 20th Century Studios
Jackie O to Audrey Hepburn: The Old Fave
These oversized sunglasses gained popularity back in the 60s, thanks to Jackie Kennedy, who wore them all the time. She would be seen wearing these sunglasses so often, that they literally became synonymous with her. These shades then came to be known as the ‘Jackie O’ sunglasses. Audrey Hepburn also wore these sunglasses at multiple occasions, most notably in the movie ‘How to Steal A Million’. The bug-eye sunglasses then saw a huge revival in the 2000s, with It Girls like Britney Spears and Paris Hilton embracing them. Icons only, clearly!
Jackie Kennedy wearing her signature bug-eye sunglassesGetty Images
Find One That Suits You
Cut to 2026, these sunglasses are experiencing yet another revival. They are on all the celebrities, from Pamela Anderson to Tamannaah Bhatia; and on every runway, from Celine to Saint Laurent. But is it for you? Stylist Mallika Kohli explains, “These sunglasses are not for the shy. If the whimsical, maximalist, more-is-more aesthetic is your jam, then these sunglasses are for you! However, it is important to make sure they suit you before you invest in a pair. These shades usually don’t flatter petite people with smaller faces, while they work great for people with oval, or angular faces.”
Bug-eye sunglasses seen on the Saint Laurent SS26 runwaySaint Laurent
These ‘go big or go home’ sunglasses are perfect for you if you’re looking for a statement accessory for the day events this wedding season. For the longest time wedding festivities were usually reserved for smaller, subtle sunglasses. But this is your cue to add some eccentricism to your day looks with bug-eye sunglasses this wedding season.
Perfect For The Haldi
When styling it for wedding festivities, we suggest toning it down a little by opting for tinted bug-eye glasses, or sunglasses with white frames, rather than all-black ones. Given that these shades are super OTT, make sure the rest of your styling balances the drama they offer.
“These sunglasses are perfect for a haldi or a destination wedding. Pair them with an easy, fun lehenga or a fluid sari—nothing too opulent. Keep the jewellery minimal in order to not make it look too cluttered.” Mallika adds.
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