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Whether you are heading out to hit the trails or cruising through town on your way to the beach, a quality pair of sunglasses is almost always a requirement. The best pairs of sunglasses will allow you to stay focused on enjoying your activity instead of worrying about what is on your face. While, no one pair can work for everybody or every situation, the ones worth having all share some similarities; they provide all day comfort, offer optical clarity, and keep your eyes protected from the sun. The following brands and models landed at the top in our testing and meet all these criteria. If you want to look good and see better, take a close look at the these pairs of sunglasses that are made to last.

Tifosi Swank XL

An expanded coverage version of Tifosi’s classic, the Swank XL sunglasses are the perfect balance of fashion and function. You get all day comfort, stylish aesthetics and reliable 100% UVA/UVB protected polycarbonate performance lenses in a sport featured frame that provides a no slip grip. Available in multiple frame and lens color combinations, the Tifosi Swank XL sunglasses provide a medium to extra large fit with large coverage. MSRP $29.95 tifosioptics.com

Blenders Eyewear Mamba Queen

For those rare days spent relaxing, the Blenders Eyewear Mamba Queen Sunglasses serve up a healthy dose of style along with 100% UV-protection. These lightweight and chic shades boast full lens polarization to reduce glare and help you see clearly, while the spring loaded hinges keep them comfortably snug on your mug. Available in multiple frame and lens color combinations, the Blenders Eyewear Mamba Queen Sunglasses provide a medium to large fit. MSRP $49 blenderseyewear.com

Nathan Adventure Polarized Sunglasses

Whether you’re running the trail or chilling at the beach, the Nathan Adventure Polarized Sunglasses are vying to be part of your adventure with their lightweight yet durable soft feel Grip Coat TR90 frame built around shatterproof, scratch resistant, and UV-blocking polycarbonate polarized lenses. The frame works well for medium to extra large face sizes, and comes equipped with no slip nose and temple pads that keep the glasses in place even if you break a sweat. Nathan has been a go to of ours for performance hydration carry and these shades live up to their name with sweet features and a great value. MSRP $50 nathansport.com

Blenders Eyewear Phoenix Fire

Packed with beach ready style, the Blenders Eyewear Phoenix Fire Sunglasses will keep your vision shady and clear during long days by the water. Their polarized lenses work to reduce glare from simmering seas, letting you enjoy the coastline in comfort. These single lens sunglasses sport a sunset rainbow lens and a multi-fade frame that flows from red to black to crystal clear at the temple tips. The Blenders Eyewear Phoenix Fire Sunglasses are super stylish shades with fantastic polarized performance. Available in multiple frame and lens color combinations, while providing a medium to large fit. MSRP $59 blenderseyewear.com

Eyeleos Sylvia

The Eyeleos Sylvia Sunglasses are perfect for everyday wear with a medium fit, large coverage, and a flattering style that works for most people. The premium scratch resistant lenses enhance color and contrast, and they also cut glare for clear optics. Available is three frame colors these cat-eye sunglasses in subtly show stopping colorways are great for showing off your style and are fit for daily wear. MSRP $69.99 eyeleos.com

Tifosi Rail

Truly performance oriented sunglasses, the Tifosi Rails are lightweight, fit closely but comfortably to your face, and deliver extended coverage for running, biking, or any other fast moving outdoor pursuits. The shatterproof lenses effectively cut glare while providing maximum airflow for visual comfort. Light in weight, heavy on performance, the Tifosi Rail Sunglasses were made for grit testing pursuits. Available in multiple frame and lens color combinations and provide a large to extra large fit. MSRP $79.95 tifosioptics.com

Ombraz Classics

Delivering broad coverage, excellent optical clarity and the stay-put confidence with a custom-woven, 100% recycled Japanese nylon cord, the Ombraz Armless Sunglasses deliver a unique performance eyewear for outdoor endeavors. By eliminating sidearms, Ombraz has redefined the typical sunglass experience, no more falling off, headaches or harsh pinching. The crystal-clear lenses are impact, scratch, and smudge resistant so you can enjoy greater definition, more natural colors, and enhanced clarity. Ombraz Sunglasses are available in three different styles with multiple lenses options and frame colors. MSRP $140 ombraz.com

Smith Optics Embark

High elevation summits. Spring snowfields. Ski-mountaineering. Eye protection in the alpine is serious business, which is why the Smith Optics Embark might be your new handiest tool. Smith equipped the Embark Sunglasses with everything you need to explore near snow peaks and on white snowfields, while still keeping them versatile enough for casual daily wear. The key to this versatility is the removable ventilated side shields that cut down on peripheral glare or are easily removed for a classic casual look. And a goggle inspired retainer strap adds the security to keep them in place through technical ascents and high speed descents. MSRP $199 smithoptics.com

Roka TL-1

When we are planning to push ourselves to the limit, we reach for the Roka TL-1 Sunglasses. These interchangeable shades have polarized C3 lenses to eliminate the intense glare on the road while enhancing contrast and visibility to make sure we see every rock and pothole that might sneak up on us. The TL Series offers a customized fit thanks to the adjustable titanium core wires in the temples and features the GEKO technology for unparalleled retention on the most technical trails. The TL Series from Roka delivers an uncompromising sport frame for training, racing and outdoor pursuits and is available in multiple frame and lens color options. MSRP $210  roka.com

Costa Lido

Whether we’re running with our pup on the beach or cruising the shore in search of a catch, the Costa Lido Polarized Sunglasses cut through glare shining off the lake. In addition to their outstanding clarity and nonslip frames, these top notch shades are crafted with top and side shields to really help keep the light out. If you are planning on any adventures on the water or by the water, the Costa Lido’s are the performance sunglasses you want protecting your eyes. MSRP $217 costadelmar.com

Rx Sunglasses

Tifosi Rx Swick

Classic lines and styling meets dynamic protection and contrast in the Tifosi Rx Swick Sunglasses. The lightweight polycarbonate lenses filters out harmful UV rays while repelling oil, dirt, water, and scratches for days on foot and bike alike. The shatterproof Grilamid TR90 frame lets you rest easy at the thought that these shades will survive almost any abuse you can put them through. An exceptionally grippy rubber placed at the nose and temple tips keeps the fit snug and secure. With the Tifosi Rx Swick Sunglasses you get all day comfort, stylish wearability and reliable performance all in a durable frame. MSRP Varies tifosioptics.com

Roka Rx Braker

Boasting a sleek design with modern tech, the Roka Rx Brakers are sure to become your go to shades for everything from daily commutes to camping trips and beach vacations. Lens options from Roka deliver crisper, more vivid views of the world around you and are lightweight, impact-resistant and offer 100% UV protection. The TR-90 frame material offers ultralight comfort, and GEKO nose pads and temple pads keep them in place through your roughest and rowdiest adventures. MSRP varies roka.com

Blenders Eyewear RX Black Tundra

For long days on the coast, in the mountains, or wherever lazy nature days find you, the Blenders Eyewear RX Black Tundra will make everything clear. Big on clarity and light on weight, these glasses help you make the most of your time in beautiful places. The polycarbonate lenses delivery a clearer picture and greater scratch resistance. The lightweight frame ensures a secure fit as you gaze at the natural splendor in every direction. Available in multiple tints for various light conditions, these sunglasses are bound to help you appreciate every new place you visit. MSRP Varies blenderseyewear.com