Best Sunglasses for Under $50 in 2009

Many people want stylish, practical sunglasses, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg for them. Here is a review of the 5 best buys under $50 for 2009 sunglasses.

The Sunglass Hut is a great place for affordable sunglasses, and DKNY is a great brand for affordability, if you know where to look. For the low price of $49.98, the DY5034 sunglasses in the aviator style have the large lenses that are so popular in 2009 without going quite as huge as the 2008 look. These brown polycarbonate lenses are sturdy and somewhat scratch resistant. The metal frame with spring hinges on these affordable 2009 sunglasses leave the wearer with a strong model without diminishing appearance.

Also at the Sunglass Hut, but for those who want to go with a sportier look, the PUMA TRACK sunglasses go for $49.98. These 2009 sunglasses encompass a sporty look without going too far. Plastic lenses and frames mean that these glasses are not quite as indestructible as those with metal frames, but the thick plastic is still sturdy and the frames grip the temples tightly to avoid slippage. For affordable 2009 sunglasses, the PUMA TRACK are a good buy for those wishing to focus on a sporty yet trendy look.

For those with more eclectic tastes, the DKNY DY5013 sunglasses have slightly larger lenses in a color that is almost a mixture of grey and purple. These affordable 2009 sunglasses go for $49.98, as well. Plastic lenses are less scratch resistant, but the metal frames are sturdy and dependable. These sunglasses are a good match for someone who wants to go off the beaten track a bit without spending a ton of money.

When most people think of Fossil, they think of watches, but Fossil has a wonderfully affordable line of 2009 sunglasses. Square lenses are promising to be just as popular in 2009 as in 2008 and the Fossil Shelley sunglasses come in a variety of colors that add a touch of flair to these trendy sunglasses. For just $45 on the Fossil website (and potentially less at a Fossil outlet), the Shelley Fossil glasses with square frames are good for those who like to add some color to their lives without breaking the bank.

Turning to the Internet can allow you to have slightly pricier sunglasses at a reasonable price, but you're hard pressed to find the Ray Ban RJ9023S sunglasses for more than $50. At NetShops.com, the price is the lowest, at a highly affordable $39. Ray Ban sunglasses are the Air Force styled sunglasses that give the wearer a look of sophistication and sportiness. The RJ9023S sunglasses are colorful (orange, red or green) without being over the top, and provide fantastic UV protection because the lens sit closer to the face and wrap around the sides of the eyes. For 2009 sunglasses, Ray Bans are a good option.

Overall, there are literally thousands of options for sunglasses, and you can spend anything from $7 to several hundred dollars on a pair. If you want a pair of sunglasses that will last for all of 2009, spending a bit extra without going over the top will provide you with many types of perfectly reasonable and trendy glasses. The five described above are the best I was able to find in my searches, but your tastes may differ, so searching the websites where I discovered these five pairs will provide further options. Good luck!