The days are longer and the sky is brighter, so accessory-junkies rejoice, there may be a shopping trip in your future. This season’s sunglasses are out, and there is a pair to satisfy every girl.

Dominating the trends is my personal favourite, the ubiquitous oversized frame. A recent visit to the Optometrist for prescription sunglasses played out like a game of tug of war, with me pleading ‘the biggest frames you have’, and the doc responding, ‘sweetie, we can’t make them that big’ – and my sister retorting ‘if you can make the chin-grazing frames that I had to suffer through in grade five into a prescription, then you most certainly can make these oversized Jackie-O’s into a prescription!’

Within the category of oversized sunglasses, the rounded edge is the shape of choice this season. The most popular colours of the season remain black, brown, and gold. And in an interesting twist, perhaps due to the recession, frame embellishments are kept minimal. Designers are choosing to use more discreet logos, and simpler details – straying from the bling craze of seasons past. Save with a cheap and cheerful pair from H&M (from $12.90) or Forever21 (from $6.80).

For those who have grown tired of the classic oversized look, there are many other interesting options out there. Bright colours are making a statement and can be found everywhere, from Club Monaco’s nod to the staple Aviator frame ($79), Ray Ban’s retro painted Wayfarers ($135.95 US), or Burberry’s bold in blue square frames ($200 US) – perfect for those with rounder faces and a soft spot for the 80s.