
As we shift gears from spring and its blustery climes to the high heat of summer, I’ve got one thing on my mind, and perhaps you do as well: Kitting out my next summer #OOTD with some of the best men’s gear, accessories included.
For as vital as it is to find one of the best short-sleeve henleys or some of the best shorts for men, what you’re carrying with you in terms of daily gear is just as important. This, my friends, is where some of the best sunglasses for men come into play, and that’s where — in my experience — Huckberry can seriously help you out.
The San Francisco and Austin-based retailer has an expert eye for what stylish guys want, and that extends from its fall and winter lineup through to the best spring and summer menswear. And without further ado, yes, Huckberry is the place to go to score the American Optical Original Pilot Sunglasses, as iconic a pair of sunglasses as you’re apt to find these days.

They simply don’t make ’em like the American Optical Original Pilot Sunglasses, and by that, I mean these are USA-made men’s sunglasses through and through. The brand’s scratch-resistant hardcoat lenses offer 100% UVA/UVB protection, so the specs are certainly on point, but it’s the classic pilot’s shape and rugged-yet-refined appeal that give these stylish men’s sunglasses some staying power.
The square aviator from American Optical dates back to the 1950s, so the American Optical Original Pilot Sunglasses certainly have pedigree and longevity (plus, timeless style points).
To this day, your new favorite sunglasses still meet military specifications, all the while clocking in at under $300 — a more than fair price for some of the best sunglasses for men on the market. In my personal experience, American Optical delivers, and if you score this pair now, you’ll find that out all summer long.