# Cat-Shaped Sunglasses These Cat Eye Sunglasses Operate Without Traditional Arm Frames By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catshaped-sunglasses References: [pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/221380137905837574/) & [istillloveyounyc](http://istillloveyounyc.com/collections/sale/products/cat-eyes) I Still Love NYC's cat-shaped sunglasses are a multifaceted summer accessory made for cat lovers. These super chic shades feature a modern take on the [cat eye frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-7). These cat-shaped sunglasses feature laser cut-lenses in a kitten cutout. Instead of utilizing eyewear frames, these sunglasses leave the kitten lenses bare, eliminating any distraction from its unique design. In addition to being [frame-less](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery), these glasses are also absent of the essential arms that usually hook behind the wearers' ears. Instead, these cat-shaped sunglasses feature dangling daisies or knife ornaments which sit perfectly behind the ears and hold the glasses securely in place. These ornaments also serve as [avant-garde earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinzo-tamura) that make these shades a two-in-one accessory perfect for the spring/summer season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Frame-less Sunglasses:** The trend of frame-less sunglasses presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in eyewear design and comfort. - **Multifunctional Accessories:** The rise of multifunctional accessories, such as cat-shaped sunglasses with dangling ornaments, opens up opportunities for creative and versatile fashion designs. - **Novelty Eyewear:** The popularity of novelty eyewear, like cat-shaped sunglasses, brings forth opportunities for innovative and playful fashion statements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can capitalize on the trend of frame-less sunglasses by developing innovative designs that prioritize comfort and aesthetic appeal. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the potential of multifunctional accessories, such as cat-shaped sunglasses with dangling ornaments, to create unique and versatile fashion pieces. - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can tap into the demand for novel eyewear by creating innovative earring-like ornaments that can be attached to sunglasses, offering customers a two-in-one accessory. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Nature-Inspired Futuristic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantaris.md) - [Ultra-Sleek Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aritzia-1.md) - [Sketch-Based Striking Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinzo-tamura.md) - [Inclusive Sizing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-kyst.md) - [Futuristic Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-eyewear1.md) - [Adaptive Reading Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/32n-sunglasses-by-deep-optics.md) - [UV-Activated Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos.md) - [Bold Artful Summer-Ready Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asociety.md)