# Faux Fur Sunglasses These Statement Shades Are More Daring Than Practical By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fur-sunglasses References: [nastygal](http://www.nastygal.com/24-hour-party-people/h0les-seein-thangs-faux-fur-goggles--soft-pink) Drawing inspiration from mythical creatures like The [Yeti](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeti-skala-hiking-pack), these faux fur sunglasses make a bold statement when worn. The pink-hued shades are fur-trimmed and feature kaleidoscopic lenses that are more fun than they are practical. Appealing to the alternative fashion fan, Nasty Gal's faux fur sunglasses are a great accessory for raves, music festivals or other, outdoor concert events. The bold shades are effortlessly cool and are a surefire way to showcase a signature sense of style. While these sunglasses may not be one's first choice for poolside vacations or UV protection, their novelty-themed design makes them a fun gift or collector's item. The shades are also an [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl-gsnk)-worthy purchase that will garner attention from fashion fans who are known to experiment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Novelty-themed Accessories:** The trend of novelty-themed accessories presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry, where unique and playful designs can capture the attention of consumers. - **Alternative Fashion:** The rising trend of alternative fashion creates an opportunity for disruption in the fashion industry, with a focus on unconventional styles and expressions of individuality. - **Instagram-worthy Purchases:** The trend of Instagram-worthy purchases provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation, as brands can create visually appealing products that are highly shareable on social media platforms. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** The fashion retail industry can harness the trend of novelty-themed accessories by offering unique and eye-catching products to consumers. - **Music and Event Promotion:** The music and event promotion industry can embrace the trend of alternative fashion by incorporating unconventional and daring styles into their marketing strategies. - **Social Media Marketing:** The social media marketing industry can leverage the trend of Instagram-worthy purchases by creating visually stunning and shareable content that promotes brands and products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [UV-Activated Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos.md) - [Oversized Adventurer Alpine Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-ferrata-alpine.md) - [Bubble-Like Sunglasses Drop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md) - [Vibration Neon Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Neon-Light-Collection.md) - [Elevated Overzied Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-vintage.md) - [Bug-Like Avant-Garde Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-01.md) - [Candy-Inspired Holiday Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyinspired.md)