# Stylish Dual-Purpose Sunglasses Krewe Curates Accessible, Dynamic and Timeless Eyewear Designs By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualpurpose-sunglasses References: [fastcompany](https://www.fastcompany.com/90349375/krewe-releases-a-line-of-eco-friendly-athleisure-sunglasses?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner) & [krewe](https://www.krewe.com/) Dual-purpose sunglasses can be essential for someone on-the-go. From semi-formal dinners to sporty activities, having spectacles that satisfy the style cues of both categories can prove to be quite convenient and desirable. Krewe — which is a New Orleans-based brand, recently revealed five new silhouettes as part of its Active line. With this range, the company hopes to essentially bring eyewear into the realm of [athleisure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/csport-collection) — a prominent movement that has fused aesthetic pleasure with comfort-focused functionality. Each of Krewe's [dual-purpose sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery) is engineered to perform during athletic activities, while maintaining a classy vibe for an impromptu dinner, for example. Krewe's Active collection also makes use of " from organic plant waste from Africa that is used to create bio-plastic." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dual-purpose Sunglasses:** Opportunity for creating sunglasses that can seamlessly transition from athletic activities to formal events. - **Eyewear and Athleisure Fusion:** Opportunity to develop stylish eyewear that combines aesthetic pleasure with comfort-focused functionality. - **Bio-plastic Materials in Sunglasses:** Opportunity to utilize organic plant waste to create sustainable bio-plastic sunglasses. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion companies can explore innovative designs for dual-purpose sunglasses. - **Sports and Outdoor Recreation:** Sports brands can capitalize on the trend of eyewear that performs during athletic activities. - **Sustainable Materials:** Companies in the green technology sector can develop bio-plastic materials for sunglasses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Classic Sporty Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vallon-daytrippers.md) - [Hybrid Cyclist Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-velo.md) - [Versatile Sunglasses Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-daily-rhythm.md) - [Advanced Co-Branded Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-mykita.md) - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Recycled Cyclist Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vallon-watchtowers-cycling-sunglasses.md) - [Futuristic Winter Sport Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid.md) - [Organic Collaboration Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armedangels.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md)