These Celeb-Approved Sunglasses Just Got a Perfect Update

The first point I should make about these glasses — I opted for the Wayfarer shiny brown pair with brown lenses — is that they need to be charged for optimal use. If the battery isn't already at 100%, it takes about 30 minutes to charge them enough for use. The glasses will inform you of the battery percentage through a voice speaker (Tony Stark style) if they're low on battery, but my mistake is that I assumed they would be fully charged after the 30 minutes. They were unfortunately only at 26%, so they died halfway through my first hike (hence me trekking through an early morning hike again the next day).

Alongside charging the sunglasses, you also have to download the “View' app, where the accessory downloads your captured photos, handles settings, and even creates a video montage of your creations. The app provides step-by-step instructions, so I would say anyone who's used any technology ever is able to wear the sunglasses easily. Once I was fully equipped with the app, I set off for my hike.

Like most hikes, the views aren’t stunning until you arrive at the top, so I refrained from taking any photos or videos until the real view set in. Instead, I called my grandma to wish her a happy birthday (and of course, see how the microphone works paired with my iPhone 14 pro). My grandma claims that the audio was clear as day on her end, and I had no issues hearing her either over some very loud LA traffic. After, I played my favorite podcast and songs on Spotify — I'm definitely not used to listening to music so clearly without having Airpods in, so I was a bit taken back by it.

Here’s the one caveat I have with the sound: if you play the audio loud enough, people around you are able to hear it as well. But you can change the volume if you just slide your finger on the right leg of the sunglasses. And when you push your hair back with the sunglasses, which most of us girlies just love to do, the sound continues but you have trouble hearing it. I would classify those pitfalls as pretty minor, but that obviously depends on the preferences of the individual user.

Unfortunately, my sunglasses died at the exact moment I made it to the top of the mountain on the first hike, so the built-in camera feature didn’t get the attention it deserved. However, the second hike lent itself some beautiful photos. And the quality was OUTSTANDING. I say that keeping in mind that these are still sunglasses, but the scenery was videoed and photographed at my eye level, which is a really cool perspective that you wouldn’t get from your phone. Just check out some photos and videos I took below to make the determination for yourself.

With the overall capabilities, I think the price point is worth the splurge — especially if you are sick of earbuds and describe yourself as a more tech-driven individual. I honestly was pleasantly surprised that the set price of the glasses are $299. While that definitely is a good chunk of money, the glasses are a technological investment similar to your computer or phone, so it’s really up to you to determine what you're willing to spend your hard earned cash on. I will say though — they look super cute with any outfit! 😎

The Spaced Ranger Crystal Hemp Gold Gradient Sunglasses ($89)

If you're looking to add a vintage appeal to your summer wardrobe, this pair of crystal hemp sunglasses will do the trick.

The Gothic Breeze Brown Glitter Sunglasses ($89)

Angular shapes are still trending and prove that cat-eye glasses can be the perfect combination of modern and grunge.

Tribe Sunglasses ($175)

Sometimes all your casual outfit needs is a hint of chicness in the form of fashionable glasses. Not only are the lenses scratch-resistant, but they're also designed to protect your eyes from the sun.

Largo Sunglasses ($175)

Environmentally friendly sunglasses that offer a sleek, cool factor are a summer staple that's hard to resist.

Flint Sunglasses ($240)

The timeless nature of the metal frames on the Flint Sunglasses will ensure that you're the main character of your summer adventures.

Summer of 67 Eco Sunglasses ($240)

The Summer of 67 Eco Sunglasses are a nostalgic nod to countless days spent at the beach.

Le Specs Outta Love in Tort Green ($65)

Slim, oval glasses have a way of complementing any face shape, making them the versatile pair to take you through summer and beyond.

Aire Polaris in Black Smoke Mono ($39)

You can't go wrong with a pair of black sunglasses that have smoke mono lenses. They're classic and will add a dash of sophistication to your summer looks.

The Attico Marfa in Pink ($275)

Looking to make a statement this summer? Try wearing a playful and feminine design like the Attico Marfa sunglasses.

New Wave Sunglasses ($85)

Summer concerts and music festivals means that you may spend a lot of time in the sun but Quay Australia has you covered with their New Wave sunglasses. They're available in solid or mirrored lenses.

Big Time Sunglasses ($75)

Bold, polarized sunglasses that feature gradient lenses are sure to make a statement that lets you stand out in a crowd.

High Profile Sunglasses ($95)

Quay Australia knows how to create distinctive frames that capture your attention and their High Profile sunglasses are no exception. The aviator shape and gradient lenses makes them fashion-forward.

Baia Sunglasses ($98)

John Lennon's glasses have been popularized over time which is what makes the Baia sunglasses irresistible. They're stylish, functional, and comfortable so you can wear them as often as your heart desires.

Dipsea Sunglasses ($58)

If you plan to spend a lot of time hiking this summer, the Dipsea sunglasses are the perfect option for you. They're lightweight yet durable, which means they're great for style and performance.

Hera Sunglasses Mantis ($228)

If you like the juxtaposition of making a statement in a sophisticated way, Cult Gaia's Hera Sunglasses are just what you need this summer.

Katka Sunglasses ($228)

Rounded frames provide the right amount of elegance but Cult Gaia's Katka sunglasses also have a thrilling amount of confidence. Perfect for days lounging around the pool, you'll fall in love with the poppy-colored hue of their frames.

Lunch at the Ivy Sunglasses Blue ($4)

If you want an inexpensive yet trendy pair of sunglasses to wear all summer, look no further than Fashion Nova's Lunch at the Ivy Sunglasses. They're available in vibrant shades of blue and lavender frames to help elevate any look you wear.

Taking Risks Sunglasses Grey ($4)

Although black glasses will always have a touch of classiness to them, grey lenses have a delightful mysterious flair to them.

Lele Sadoughi SP-23-129 Sunglasses ($145)

Who said that sunglasses have to be boring? Make a new statement in this uniquely designed pair of sunglasses inspired by Peggy Guggenheim.

Lele Sadoughi Collections SP21-127 Sunglasses (Sold Out)

Drawing inspiration from Elton John's extravagant sunglasses, this pair of Lele Sadoughi's glasses will frame your frame in an unforgettable way. Fingers crossed they come back in stock soon!

Winnick Sunglasses Tort ($20)

Combining a tortoiseshell frame and angular shape, Princess Polly's Winnick Sunglasses are the perfect accessory for any occasion.

Cabo Sunglasses Brown ($35)

Princess Polly's Cabo sunglasses are retro-inspired and frameless, giving them an eccentric quality that you'll admire.

Watkins Sunglasses Multi Tort ($30)

Unlike other tortoiseshell frames, the Watkins sunglasses pair vibrancy with style which is great if you're an eye-wear enthusiast.

RĒVO Sage Sunglasses ($199)

You can never have too many stylish, eco-conscious sunglasses — just ask RĒVO! They specifically designed this pair to be flexible, even when your summer schedule isn't!

RĒVO Ludlow Kendall Toole Sunglasses ($249)

These sunglasses take a classic cat eye silhouette and makes it modern. I totally love the green, which gives them a fun, yet subtle spin on tortoise shell style!

Celine Black Sunglasses ($400, was $500)

If you're looking for a pair of sunglasses that works well with your face shape, you're in luck. Celine handcrafted these sunglasses to give your outfits a Parisian-chic appeal.

Crap Eyewear The Love Doctor 2000 ($59, was $80)

Are we the only ones who things Andre 3000 would have loved wearing these during the Speakerboxxx/The Love Below era? Since we can't travel back in time to officially ask, we know they'll pique your interest with their adjustable nose pads and retro look.

Crap Eyewear The Heavy Tropix Sunglasses in Agave Bio/Polarized Olive ($109)

The agave bio/polarized olive frames are so cute, you won't be able to stop wearing them. Also, they're prescription-friendly which instantly puts a smile on our faces!

When is The Tortured Poets Department release date?

The Tortured Poets Department is dropping April 19, 2024. It looks like ahead of the release, Taylor Swift is sending fans on a scavenger hunt to gather clues about the album. @eurosweetheart on TikTok points out that on Apple Music, certain song lyrics from Taylor's discography feature random capital letters. But when the letters are strung together, they form words! So far, we have "Hereby" and "Conduct." Are we getting an announcement? Are these Tortured Poets Department lyrics? Taylor does love to reference games in her lyrics so this should come as a surprise to no one ;).

At the Eras Tour shows in Tokyo, Taylor Swift explained when she started working on TTPD. “I’ve been working on Tortured Poets since right after I turned in Midnights,” she said onstage. “So, you turn in an album months in advance…and I’ve been working on it for about two years. I kept working on it throughout the U.S. tour and when it was perfect, in my opinion, when it was good enough for you, I finished it.”

"Soon you'll get to hear it, soon we'll get to experience it together," she continued. "I'm over the moon about the fact that you guys care about my music...Everyone’s like, ‘Why do you make so many albums?’ And I’m like, ‘Man, because I love it! I love it so much! I’m having fun, leave me alone.'”

The brand new album follows Speak Now (Taylor's Version) and 1989 (Taylor's Version). When Midnights was announced after Fearless (Taylor's Version) and Red (Taylor's Version), I wondered whether she'd have a two rerecordings, one new album pattern and it looks like that's what we're getting!

What is Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department?

Taylor Swift's new album (which is also referred to as TS11) is called The Tortured Poets Department. Taylor Swift announced the album while accepting the award for Best Pop Album at the 2024 Grammys. While we don't know the exact vibe of the album, over the last year, we've gotten quite a few clues about what we can expect! Just like "Daylight" at the end of Lover sets up Midnights, I think "Dear Reader" sets up The Tortured Poets Department.

And in honor of the eclipse on April 8, Taylor Swift posted the first lyrics from TS11! "Crowd goes wild at her fingertips // Half moonshine // Full eclipse," the lyric post reads. While some fans think this could be a line from "Florida!!!" (which we're expecting to reference her Florida Eras Tour shows), others say it could be from "Clara Bow."

"The first line makes you think of someone who’s famous (Clara Bow was an actress) and...moonshine was a type of alcohol that was popular during prohibition during the 1920s which is when Clara Bow was famous," one comment reads.

Taylor's official announcement features even more beautiful language that evokes the same emotion "The Lakes" does, which makes me believe TTPD will be similar to Folklore and Evermore (maybe it'll even serve as the third sister album Swifties thought we'd get in 2021?). Some fans are also convinced TTPD connects to Reputation, and TBH, I'm hopping on this train!

"I think the two albums are sisters albums, but in like an opposite way," one Reddit user says. "Reputation is all black, this one is going to be all white and softly coded." Another agrees: "Reputation is presented as a dark album but is truly a love album...This one is presented as soft and white but I bet the lyrics will be devastating."

I'm expecting TS11 to have the same lyrical prowess as songs like "Would've, Should've, Could've," The National's "The Alcott" (on which Taylor's a featured artist), and "You're Losing Me." Taylor is all about looking past appearances and telling a complex story, and The Tortured Poets Department will be no different. Just like Reputation is an edgy, glittery, emotionally-charged version of the beginning of her relationship with ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn, I totally agree that TTPD could look grounded, airbrushed, and dreamy from the outside, but the lyrics will be SAD.

There's also been some discussion that TS11 could be another pop album that's even more nuanced than Midnights. Well, during her Eras Tour show in Sydney, Australia, she played another round of suspicious surprise songs. While sitting at the piano, Taylor Swift takes her earpiece out and calls attention to the keyboard. "Do you hear that?" she says (via TikTok). "My damn keyboard's playing a synth sound." She then does what she almost always does when dropping an Easter egg: she smirks.

"That sound is how the album starts, mark my words," one comment reads. Another says, "That smirk tells me everything I need to know."

How do I presave The Tortured Poets Department?

Before The Tortured Poets Department's release on at midnight on April 19 (we're less than a month away!), go ahead and pre-save it. It'll make streaming the album a little bit easier because when you pre-save, the album will pop up for you as soon as it drops! Go to Taylor Swift's official website and click on the "Pre-add/Pre-save" button. It'll take you to a new page where you can save it on Spotify or Apple Music (depending on which service you use), and you can also pre-order at stores like Target!

How many songs will be on The Tortured Poets Department?

Taylor Swift dropped The Tortured Poets Department song list February 5, and we already have theories about what each track could reference. IMO, "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart" is totally referencing Taylor Swift's performances of "Lover" following her split from Joe Alwyn (you can see her crying during the set), while there's a good chance "Florida!!!" is referencing her first Tampa concert, which was the first show she performed after the breakup became public knowledge. Taylor Swift's dad Scott Swift recently told fans he's most excited for Swifties to hear the title track and "Florida!!!" Here's the full tracklist for TS11:

1. Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)
2. The Tortured Poets Department
3. My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys
4. Down Bad
5. So Long, London
6. But Daddy I Love Him
7. Fresh Out the Slammer
8. Florida!!! (feat. Florence + The Machine)
9. Guilty as Sin?
10. Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?
11. I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)
12. loml
13. I Can Do It With A Broken Heart
14. The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived
15. The Alchemy
16. Clara Bow
17. Bonus Track: The Manuscript
18. Bonus Track: The Bolter
19. Bonus Track: The Albatross
20. Bonus Track: The Black Dog

Will The Tortured Poets Department be explicit?

There are 7 explicit songs on The Tortured Poets Department: "The Tortured Poets Department," "Down Bad," "But Daddy I Love Him," "Florida!!! (feat. Florence + The Machine)," "loml," "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart," and "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived."

What is The Albatross about?

During one of her Eras Tour shows in Sydney, Australia, Taylor Swift announced a new version of The Tortured Poets Department featuring exclusive bonus track "The Albatross." This new album already has some crazy track titles — all with pretty noteworthy meanings.

According to Collins Dictionary, if you call someone an Albatross, "they cause you great problems from which you cannot escape, or they prevent you from doing what you want to do," while a Bolter could refer to someone bolting out of a relationship (or bolting from a restaurant to a car like in this viral clip 🤨).

Meanwhile "The Alchemy" refers to the continual process of trying to turn something into gold — remember how Taylor Swift spent 6 years saying her relationship with Joe Alwyn was golden? Buckle up Swifties, TS11 is going to be a wild ride.

What does loml mean?

At first glance, the twelfth song on The Tortured Poets Department, "loml," means "love of my life." Some fans were wondering if the song was a nod to Harry Styles since his Harry's House finale track is "Love of My Life" (the album also features a track named "Daylight" which is another funny connection to Taylor Swift). But Bonnie & Emily from ChatsAndReacts have got me thinking about the track in a whole new way.

Emily says that while Taylor might sing about the love of her life at the beginning of the song, she also has the potential to switch it up each verse. "Lie of my life" and "loss of my life" are HEART WRENCHING, and totally something Taylor would write.

How can I buy The Tortured Poets Department?

You can pre-order a bunch of different versions of The Tortured Poets Department on Taylor Swift's website right now, includingThe Tortured Poets Department CD + Bonus Track "The Manuscript", The Tortured Poets Department CD + Bonus Track "The Manuscript" andThe Tortured Poets Department Cassette + Bonus Track "The Manuscript".

What is a tortured poets department?

Taylor Swift has spent years talking about her anxiety, her sleepless nights, and her emotions. "My muses, acquired like bruises / My talismans and charms / The tick, tick, tick of love bombs / My veins of pitch black ink," she writes in her official Instagram post. "All's fair in love and poetry." My guess is that The Tortured Poets Department features a bunch of artists who all feel very deeply and have a similar ethereal, larger-than-life approach to their music.

As far as the name, it looks like The Tortured Poets Department could be referencing her ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn's group chat name — "The Tortured Man Club" with Paul Mescal (who starred in Normal People while Joe starred Conversations With Friends. Both series are based on Sally Rooney books).

Will The Tortured Poets Department have any featured artists?

Yes, The Tortured Poets Department will feature Florence + The Machine on the song "Florida!!!" and Post Malone on the song "Fortnight." And after Taylor Swift teased a variety of collaborations by posting handwritten lyrics from artists like Harry Styles and Lorde, Swifties are wondering if The Tortured Poets Department will be the "collab album" we never got.

Another clue that leads me to believe this is true is the fact that the title of this album is so much longer than her other titles — and she refers to herself as "Chairman" of the department. Who are all the constituents?! Are they all the same artists who left Scooter Braun's management last year? Only time will tell, because as far as I'm concerned, surprises aren't out of the question until the TS11 era is over!👀

What is the theory of Taylor Swift's double album?

Throughout her stay in Sydney, Australia for the Eras Tour, Taylor Swift has been dropping lots — and I mean lots — of twos. @v_swiftie_ points out that in addition to holding up the number two while announcing The Tortured Poets Department, she's been playing more surprise song mashups than normal, and Taylor Nation has been posting Instagram stories featuring the number 2 instead of the number 13. Suspicious, Tay, very suspicious.