# 80s Motocross-Inspired Sunglasses The Oakley Sutro Eyeshade Sunglasses Bring Back a Retro Style By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-02-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-sutro-eyeshade References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/oakley-sutro-eyeshade-sunglasses/) & [oakley](https://www.oakley.com/en-us/origins-collection?cid=PM-ACJ_190701-2617611_Skimlinks_13264753&cjevent=f8e86d8151bc11ea8067002a0a24060f) The [Oakley](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket) Sutro Eyeshade sunglasses are being brought back by the sportswear brand to provide consumers with a [retro style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection) that doesn't skimp on nostalgia. The eyewear style was first released by the brand in 1984 and features a design inspired by the company's founder Jim Jannard's previously created grips and goggles for motocross use. The throwback eyewear style has a full-width design that's characterized by a single-piece vented lens that's made with Prizm technology to increase visual clarity. The Oakley Sutro Eyeshade sunglasses come in three color options, and join the [classic Frogskins and Jawbreaker styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-stunt-collection) in the Origins collection. This provides consumers with a way to enhance their style with a touch of retro aesthetics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Retro Eyewear:** Opportunity for brands to revive vintage eyewear styles and cater to consumers seeking nostalgic fashion trends. - **Sportswear Revival:** Brands can capitalize on the resurgence of athletic-inspired fashion by reintroducing classic sportswear styles with modern upgrades. - **Enhanced Visual Clarity:** Innovation opportunity for eyewear brands to develop lenses with advanced technologies, such as Prizm, to improve visual acuity and color enhancement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can tap into the demand for retro-inspired designs and advanced lens technologies for enhanced visual experience. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate vintage and sportswear-inspired styles into their collections to cater to consumers looking for nostalgic fashion trends. - **Sporting Goods:** Manufacturers in the sporting goods industry can explore collaborations with eyewear brands to develop sport-specific retro styles and innovative lens technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [90s-Inspired Metallic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket.md) - [Futuristic Winter Sport Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid.md) - [Motocross-Inspired Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyewear-campaigns.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md) - [Leather-Detailed Luxe Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muzm-mars-xmetal-leather.md) - [Secure Sporty Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-stunt-collection.md) - [Photochromic Trail Runner Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-satisfy-stunt-devil.md) - [Futuristic Performance Eyewear Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-eyewear-model.md) - [Y2K-Era Titanium Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-xmetal-juliet.md)