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These child-approved shades pack sturdiness and style.
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And once theyre on, who knows how long theyll stay on.
The easiest way to keep sunglasses on your childs head?
Buy a pair theyll love wearing.
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Cost is not indicative of the quality, color is not indicative of UVA/UVB protection.
He also recommends impact-resistant glasses to protect them from inevitable drops and falls.
They dont fully wrap.
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They fit well and dont require any adjustment.
There are some gaps along the side since they dont fully wrap, but the lenses are quite dark.
Kids wont have any trouble moving around in them or have any complaints about comfort.
Theyre also as fun to look at as they are to wear.
These are so durable that your child is more likely to grow out of them than break them.
They dont include any accessories (though you may not need any).
For going from the park to the bike to the car, opt for the polarized Minishades.
Kids sunglasses need to be able to take a beating, and the WeeFarers excelled in that area.
The frames stayed comfortable even when worn with a stocking cap or bike helmet.
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Young athletes will love the wraparound design, comfortable fit, and adult-athlete look.
They seem to run on the small side and may not have much room for growth.
If you want to splurge on the sportiest kids sunglasses out there, opt for this Under Armour pair.
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The style may feel a little too mature for younger children.
The glasses dont feel flimsy at all and look like a pair that even adults might want to own.
After five baseball games, theyre still in great condition and the lenses have never popped out.
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The sizing runs small, so these may not fit children past the age of two or three.
Get a matching set for the whole family with these adorable sunglasses.
But while they were on, they fit well, with the slightly oversized proportions of the Wayfarer style.
The strap is a little short and feels easy to outgrow.
If your kid simply will not sit still, these Baby Banz are the best choice for them.
Our 11-month-old tester is mostly chill with sunglasses in general, and these fit snugly around the head.
The strap did feel a little short, and were concerned about potentially outgrowing it quickly.
The shatter-resistant polycarbonate has held up, and the lenses remain scratch-free.
The eight available styles are also fun, especially with patterns like confetti, cherries, and butterflies.
They arent the most comfortable pair, especially for long-term wear.
If you want a low price without sacrificing quality, go for the Rivbos.
They had a perfect fit, with no gaps between the frames and face.
Some light does get in on the sides due to the flat fit.
The snug fit was perfect and barely moved even under rapid back-and-forth head shaking.
In fact, they were so comfortable that our tester only took these off when he really had to.
Babies extra-sensitive eyes need sunglasses, too.
Our 11-month-old tester didnt necessarily agree, as he constantly tried to take them off his face.
Choose from 14 different playful colors and patterns.
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Its hard to go wrong with a simple, classic style like this one.
Our 4-year-old tester is used to wearing sunglasses thanks to a sunny California upbringing and even enjoys them.
Because they dont wrap, you will get some ambient edge light, but not too much.
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Theyll also be comfortable under abike or scooter helmet, and dont fit overly snugly.
Theyre more expensive than most other kids pairs.
Our 12-year-old tester was a big fan after upgrading from free souvenir sunglasses.
They also feel high-quality, with sturdy acetate frames that feel on par with prescription glasses.
Theyre also easy to put back on afterward.
Neither of our test subjects seemed especially bothered by this, though, and they stayed in place well.
They may still work for a child under two, but otherwise seem too small for toddlers.
Dr. Moshfeghi recommends nothing short of 100 percent UVA/UVB protection.
If it just says UVA/UVB resistant, I would stay away from that.
You dont know what that claim is making.
Polarization is nice to have, as it reduces glare, but its less important.
Be sure to get the right fit
Kids sunglasses should be both comfortable and snug.
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And the more comfortable they are, the more likely your kids are to keep them on.
Prioritize durability
These are worn by children, after all.
Kids sunglasses are going to get dropped, thrown, and worn through all kinds of spills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The earlier you could get your children to wear sunglasses, the better.
(Dr. Moshfeghi started his own children around age one).
This can be uncomfortable and will increase the chances of glasses falling off.
T+L contributorRena Beharused her years of experience as a professional gear reviewer to analyze and compile their results.
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