# Skin-Toned Shades Designers Play Up Neutral Colors on Sunglasses By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neutral-toned-sunglasses References: [trendhunter](http://www.trendhunter.com) Even with the warm rays of summer slowly fading behind us, we still need to look chic while protecting our eyes. With the idea of “less is more” in mind, neutral-toned sunglasses are the way to go. Major designers who have hopped aboard this train include Chanel, [Burberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/london-commute), [Versace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-eyewear-collection), Bvlgari, RayBan, Persol and [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-dolce), all looking to score big with neutral toned sunglasses. The earth-toned shades are a great staple as they can easily blend with most anything in your wardrobe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Neutral-toned Sunglasses:** Designers are embracing neutral-toned sunglasses as a chic and versatile accessory. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands like Chanel, Burberry, and Versace are incorporating neutral-toned sunglasses into their collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Color-Changing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayban-original-wayfarer-change-transitions.md) - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-sunglasses.md) - [Unique Retro-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-france-collection.md) - [Versatile Sunglasses Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-daily-rhythm.md) - [IR-Blocking Sleek Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kolari-shades.md) - [Transparent Crystal Sunglasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harwood-20.md) - [Ultra-Stylish Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaugural-eyewear-collection.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md)