Spotted on the catwalks, these oversized glasses will enhance our spring looks

Futuristic and daring, mask glasses have been invading the catwalks and fashionistas’ wardrobes for several seasons now. Perfect for contrasting an elegant or casual outfit, they are leaving the sports world to make their mark in everyday life.

Next spring’s sun trends are all about extravagance. Gone are the small Y2K glasses, in come the models that catch everyone’s eye. Here, it’s not just the eyes that are hidden, but a large part of the face, for an effect that is both enigmatic and charismatic. And if this futuristic silhouette seems so familiar to us, it’s because it draws its inspiration from the world of sport, more precisely from the equipment worn by cyclists . Characterized by their tinted lenses, their sporty lines and their ultra-modern look, mask glasses were brought back to the forefront in 2023 by the Californian brand Oakley. With its polarized models with sportswear DNA, it has won over athletes and fashion icons alike, from Kylian Mbappé to Bella Hadid and Pharrell Williams . Now, these imposing sunglasses are no longer limited to the racetrack: they are making their way into urban looks, injecting an avant-garde and confident touch into everyday silhouettes.

While their aesthetic still evokes sports fields, their versatility makes them a popular accessory in the city, but also a technical ally for physical activities, thanks to their UV protection and their ability to improve athletes’ vision. A mix of functionality and audacity that has won over people far beyond the world of sport: even Princess Anne, daughter of Elizabeth II, made these sunglasses a must-have in her royal wardrobe. Imposing and audacious, they are reminiscent of high-tech visors and augmented reality masks, confirming their roots in a futuristic aesthetic. This link between technology and fashion has not escaped the attention of designers, who have seized on this trend to reinvent it in their collections. The result: an infinite number of interpretations that inspire us as much as they transform the way we adopt these new types of glasses.

How to wear goggles in the city?

Sunglasses that cover a large part of the face are nothing new. As early as 1997, Thierry Mugler made an impression with his “Les Insectes” fashion show , where blue glasses, inspired by the eyes of a fly, enveloped the gaze and part of the face. For the spring-summer 2025 season, the visual impact is different but just as striking, with designers having fun pairing them with elegant and preppy-chic silhouettes, far from their sporty DNA. At Roberto Cavalli, they are adorned with pink hues and perfect a flowing shirt and python-print pants. Prada , for its part, plays the futurism card with mirror finishes: its mask glasses, matched with silver shoes, enhance a navy pencil skirt and a black top. Courrèges and MM6 Maison Margiela have made them the flagship accessory of their collections, opting for more rounded lines that are easy to wear on a daily basis, especially with elegant suits. Popular with designers and fashionistas alike, these imposing sunglasses come in an infinite variety of styles. They sometimes add a twist to a minimalist silhouette – a long black dress enhanced by sparkling jewels – or complete more daring and contemporary looks, paired with fur jackets. A statement accessory that blurs the lines between sportswear and haute couture.