To protect your precious little eyes from the sun’s rays, you need sunglasses that do the job—not just a fashion accessory!
At Horus X, we’re not here to sell dreams, but to protect your eyes like the pros. And with over 500,000 people equipped worldwide, we have the numbers to back up our expertise! Want a pair of top-notch sunglasses? You’re in the right place. No more headaches, no more sunburned eyes. Here’s our Top 10 sunglass brands that are redefining the game for men. Curious? Keep reading!
Before the Top 10: How to Choose the Best Sunglasses
Picking sunglasses for those who are very, very playful is easy. Just scroll through a Google search for sunglasses and buy the pair your finger lands on.
But you didn’t come to see this top 10 by chance, right? First, you need the type of sunglasses suited to your use: beach sunglasses, sports, premium, or just for strolling around during the day without frying your retinas. You need to pick comfortable sunglasses, suited to your face, with quality lenses, and lots of other things to consider (there’s something for everyone). How to choose? With infinite possibilities, we’ll guide you a bit.
We’ve written a complete guide on the subject: how to choose the perfect pair of sunglasses, as well as an excellent selection of sunglasses for men and women. Check them out if you haven’t already!
Here’s a quick reminder of the criteria to consider before splurging:
Frames: Materials and Shape
- 👉 Durable materials: Unless you want disposable sunglasses, this will save you from replacing them every time they hit the ground. Good for your wallet, good for the planet.
- 👉 Lightweight materials: Avoid heavy metals or anything that will drag your nose down. Great for a metal concert, less great in everyday life.
- 👉 Shape: The most important part. Choose a style that fits your face shape. Rectangular face? Rounded frames help soften the angles. Full guide here: choose sunglasses based on face shape.
- 👉 Size: Important if buying online, so you don’t end up with ski goggles instead of sunglasses.
Lenses: Protection, Category, Materials
- 👉 UV and glare protection: Essential to protect your eyes from the sun. Dark lenses don’t necessarily mean better protection; rely on CE standards (NF EN ISO 12312-1 2022) for 100% UV protection and a 0–4 rating. We don’t recommend 0 or 1 (not protective enough). Level 4 is for extreme conditions only.
- 👉 Lens type:
- Mineral: Heavy, less impact-resistant, but more scratch-resistant and optically comfortable. Rare nowadays.
- Organic: The opposite—less scratch-resistant, more impact-resistant.
- Polycarbonate: The alpha lens. Lightweight, strong, 100% UV filtering. - 👉 Technology: Anti-fog, scratch-resistant, smudge-resistant, blue light filter, photochromic lenses (tint with UV), polarized lenses… choose your comfort.
- 👉 Color: Lens color can greatly affect perception and performance. Sports shooters with yellow lenses? Gamers with tinted lenses? Not just style—some colors enhance function.
Enough suspense, let’s dive into the top sunglass brands!
1- RAY-BAN: The Iconic Aviator Sunglasses 👨✈️👩✈️
You know what you’re thinking. Ray-Ban = aviator. Affirmative, captain! Originally, Lieutenant John A. Macready, American test pilot, was fed up with his goggles fogging during his Atlantic crossing in 1927. Three years later, the first Ray-Bans appeared: protective, panoramic, and wrap-around.
Unmatched charisma, mysterious charm, Top Gun-level style. Or maybe Johnny Depp in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas? No problem, the brand offers a wide range to vary your looks. No wonder this brand is the world’s best-selling.
2- POLICE: For the Rebels 💪
This brand rides on its image: Police sunglasses, with their exclusive and detailed look, are more a statement than an accessory. Not badass enough? Add a simple black-and-white logo—elegant and powerful.
Enough to convert Bruce Willis, George Clooney, David Beckham, and Antonio Banderas. Worse company to be in?
Multiple styles available; all models offer polarized and anti-reflective lenses.
3- HORUS X: For the Adventurers 🚀
Get ready to be blown away – we are Horus X, pioneers of Xplorative Eyewear! We’re not just another sunglasses brand; we’re redefining the game with an incredible collection in 2025 and beyond. Why follow us? Here are some solid reasons:
- 🔥 The most cutting-edge filters on the market: Darkmatter® technology blocks over 96% of harmful blue light to protect your eyes the way they deserve.
- ✨ High-performance anti-reflective lenses.
- 🌞 Lenses optimized for outdoor screen use.
- 🛡 Category 3 (UV400).
- 👨🎨 Unique ergonomic design loved by 250,000 people worldwide.
All our models are available with Darkmatter® blue light blocking lenses or X-Pol® polarized lenses for very bright conditions.
Are we the best? Not for us to say 😅
4- SUNSKI: The Eco-Friendly Adventure 🌳
Why eco-friendly? Recyclable materials, no plastic in packaging, Climate Neutral and 1% for the Planet. A brand that thinks about the future.
Why adventure? Designed for both daily urban adventures and outdoor activities: hiking, beach trips… Play Indiana Jones for a day.
Protecting the planet comes at a cost, but we can only respect the effort!
5- PERSOL: The Foldable Sunglasses 🕶
We admit, we tease them a bit: Persol is mainly known for timeless designs. Iconic brand, vintage tortoiseshell frames, a true mark of good taste! Fold them and tuck them into your shirt pocket.
On the technical side, Persol shines with polarized lenses used by Reinhold Messner for his Himalayan climbs. Flexible temples prevent pressure on the sides of your head, adapting to all face shapes… Perfect sunglasses for conquering mountains comfortably.
6- CARRERA: The Sporty Ones 🏃♂️
OK, the brand is forever associated with car racing, but it was also one of the first to launch ski goggles in 1979. Looking for a sporty, casual, chic look? Carrera is a great choice!
With Carrera, you get practical and sturdy frames for sports, but also modern and original designs. Perfect for a race car body—you deserve it! Millimeter-precise fit, a real powerhouse. A brand that will boost your self-esteem.
7- OAKLEY: Sport, More Sport 🏃♂️
Famous for equipping cyclists, Oakley now embodies the sporty spirit. With Oakley sunglasses on, close your eyes… What do you see? Climbing Tourmalet? Hiking with friends (#freeRhyme)?
The good thing is they’ve moved beyond Tour de France shapes: you’ll find every style to fit your face. Even if you’re not a pro athlete, Oakleys make you look the part… a solid start!
8- VUARNET – Cocorico! 🔵⚪🔴
Choose: legend or modernity. You don’t choose: class comes automatically. At 7 or 77, these quality sunglasses combine natural charisma with French elegance.
Founded in 1957, Vuarnet’s mineral lenses can even be customized to your prescription! Blue for the sea, yellow for the mountains, brown for rocky terrain, gray for everyday life. They even designed lenses that block harmful rays while reducing ocular migraines—versatile sunglasses for all conditions.
9- POLAROID: The Most Polarized (#easyjoke) 🌈
All in the name: the brand was born from an inventor who patented a polarized material: sharp colors, improved contrast, reduced eye strain. Other brands have caught up, but why not stick with the original?
Polaroid now offers multiple colors and a wide choice of frames, always dynamic. This year focuses on color for extra cheer: dare to go beyond black/gray?
10- JULBO: The Mountain Experts 🗻
After making glasses for stonemasons, Julbo carved (#wordplayagain) a reputation in high altitudes. Glasses forged in the mountains—literally, as the brand comes from the Jura.
Why mention them?
- Category 4 UV protection for extreme conditions—keeps you seeing even at high altitudes. Perfect for climbers avoiding a big plunge.
- Sporty designs that work everywhere (see the round models).
- The brand also offers prescription lenses, ideal for vision-impaired adventurers.
Honorable Mentions: Pela, See2see, Moken
Not in the top 10, but worth mentioning!
- Pela: The compostable revolution. 100% biodegradable materials, good protection. Respect for the planet! Note: no polarized lenses yet.
- See2see: The recycling kings. Spanish brand makes sunglasses from ocean-recovered plastic. Cool and eco-friendly. Some polarized models available, but tech is still limited.
- Moken: French brand with bio-based materials. Wooden, cork, or bio-acetate sunglasses—a solid eco option.
Final Word: The Best Men’s Sunglasses Brands for 2025 and Beyond
Buying sunglasses isn’t a trivial decision! Style matters, but don’t neglect protection from harmful rays, comfort, and quality.
Beyond shape and style, consider frame and lens material, category, and compliance with standards. Choose sunglasses based on use: sports, high-protection, or casual terrace style—but always with effective protection. You can protect your eyes and stay stylish!
That’s why at Horus X we work hard to offer cutting-edge, comfortable, stylish eyewear without breaking the bank. Discover our smart sunglasses collection designed to protect your eyes in style. And we don’t stop at sunglasses: check our Gaming collection and Office series for outdoors, work, and gaming.
