Who doesn’t love getting a new pair of sunglasses, especially if they are like the ones we saw in our favourite movies and music videos? In recent years, there have been some exciting pop culture eyewear trends to see, amongst which was the top-rated-  Barbie Movies’ iconic space odyssey moment with the first ever Barbie doll’s oversized sunglasses white frame sunglasses. So, if you want to get movies or music-inspired eyewear that makes you look cool and on-point, then let’s take a look at the most popular eyewear trends in 2024.

Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso

Sabrina released her new single ‘Espresso’ in April, and it’s become such a major 2024 hit that it’s good to say that the song and Sabrina’s charismatic influence are not going anywhere anytime soon, and rightly so! Sabrina’s style is flirty, feminine, and, at the same time, a bit fun. Sipping coffee on the beach in Italian summer, she wears stunning black Cateye Sunglasses with reflective lenses, giving the rich girl a summer vibe. Cateye glasses like Sabrina’s work well for glamorous fashion and vacations.

Barbie 

The entirety of the cinematic world in the last 2 years or so has been about the Barbie movie and its playful rivalry with Oppenheimer. With one of the biggest production campaigns of all time, this Mattel’s world of Barbie was a treat to watch. Filled with references to brands and fashion moments, by no means was this movie short of iconic looks that influenced everyone around.

The first movie-inspired eyewear look is in the very beginning, with Barbie emerging in reference to Stanley Kubrick’s A Space Odyssey -  Barbie emerged in the late 1950s and changed the world forever.
This Barbie features an iconic oversized light-coloured frame sunglasses complimenting Barbie’s high fashion look, which has stayed iconic to this date. 

We would be lying if we didn’t admit that Ryan Gosling stole the show with his role as Ken. He brought so much humour and suaveness to the character that we all saw him even perform ‘I’m just Ken’ at the Oscars. Ryan took on the role with so much dedication that it’s difficult to separate the Barbie era with his black statement sunglasses and his over-the-top outfits.

Billie Eilish - Lunch (Hit Me Hard And Soft)

Billie is never afraid to be herself, and every song she brings in her edgy, boyish style and her song Lunch from her 2024 hit album Hit Me Hard And Soft is no exception. Here, she dresses up in a 90s half-pants-baseball jersey look with rectangular nerdy sunglasses and a sideways cap. Billie has been at the top of her music game and, arguably, one of the top music artists of this generation; needless to say, all her fans enjoy her and her style just as much. These rectangular eyeglasses have already begun making a comeback, and with Billie’s look in Lunch and her new overnight hit Birds Of Prey, you should definitely get your hands on them. 

Top Gun: Maverick - Tom Cruise

When we talk about famous glasses from movies, it’s difficult to miss the iconic Aviators Tom wears. Back in 1986, Top Gun single-handedly was responsible for shooting up the Aviator style sunglasses sales by 40%. And with the recent blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick, the aviators have cemented their place even further in the latest trend in eyeglasses. For anyone who wants to look stylish like Tom does when he rides his bikes, this eyewear style is made for you. 

Harry Styles - Watermelon Sugar

If there’s one moment in music that made a huge impact on the popular culture eyewear, it’s Harry Styles’ Watermelon Sugar. Known as a true style icon, Harry’s flamboyant-ness inspired thousands of admirers around the world to buy such colourful lenses with oversized frames. He wore multiple sunglasses in the video: heart-shaped sunglasses, tinted sunglasses, and oversized black-framed sunglasses. With this hit, Harry inspired many men and women to take on a more fun eyewear game. Get ready to bring in your A-game with this high-fashion eyewear style, as you’re sure to get attention wherever you go!

Neo - The Matrix

While this movie isn’t a latest release, it’s one such movie that every new generation of viewers are absolutely obsessed with. As far as famous glasses from the film world are concerned, this one’s it. The World Matrix is intriguing to watch, and Keanu Reeves is a delight to watch. The film is so iconic that the dialogues and scenes of the film have become second nature to popular culture. Neo wears sleek and jet-black sunglasses like the Delulah - Y2k Fame Unisex Sunglasses by Angsta with black frames that give him a bold and super cool look in the fantastic action sequences of this unforgettable movie. 

Miley Cyrus - Flowers

Miley Cyrus has gone through her fair share of experiences in her rebellious phase after her teenage popstar life, and in the recent decade, the course of her infamous marriage with Liam Hemsworth was all over the news when they separated. Years after making a lot of music, she came back with a single that took the world by storm: Flowers. She is seen giving killer looks by wearing statement rectangular sunglasses with a golden dress as she walks inside the street of her LA house, carefree, enjoying herself - being confident and happy with her own company. This refreshing self-affirmation single is what we all needed this year.  So, buy yourself some flowers and Toodles - CatEye Retro Unisex Sunglasses by Angsta because you can love yourself better than anyone else can!

The impact of popular culture on fashion is strong and inevitable, and with these mega moments in movies and music, the eye game has changed forever. Popular culture keeps fashion moving forward. The famous glasses from the movies that we talked about are a memorable part of the visuals of the film and play an essential part in supporting the personality of the character, as well as giving musicians a bit of style and whimsy to their personalities. 
Are you enjoying the popular eyewear world? Go on and check out the exciting range of sunglasses at Angsta, get a pair you like, and look as stylish as your favourite movie character or musician.