Photo by SUN SAVERSS: 7 Money-Saving Tips to Get New Sunglasses for Summer Without Breaking the Bank
Picking up a stylish pair of sunglasses doesn’t have to burn a hole in your pocket. By making the most of cut-price deals or refurbishing your old pairs, you can keep costs down. Just remember to compromise on price, not UV protection when shopping.
Repairing your old sunglasses can be a cost-effective way to get a new look
THE RECYCLE PATH Have an old pair of sunglasses that are slightly damaged? Instead of buying new ones, consider repairing them. Replacement lenses, screws, and nose pads are inexpensive and can extend the life of your favourite ones.
ADD ACCESSORIES Heading to a festival? Get creative and upcycle your old sunglasses with face gems and glitter. You can also make your own sunnies chain. Find sunglasses chain connectors on amazon.co.uk for £2.59, then thread crafting beads on some string or an old shoelace, tie through the connector loops, and attach them to your sunnies.
DEAL ME IN At Specsavers, you can get a free pair of sunglasses when buying prescription glasses over £70. At firmoo.co.uk, you can get 20% off sunglasses frames using the code SUNNIES20.
BARGAIN BASEMENT Look for non-branded sunglasses with UV protection and style without the hefty price tag. Poundland Ray-Ban dupes are £2, and Primark aviator glasses go for £1.
SHOP THE OUTLETS Visionexpress.com has an outlet store where you can get 50% off a range of styles. Brandalley.co.uk and secretsales.com have limited-time flash sales for designer pairs. Sign up for their newsletters for extra discounts.
ON THE MONEY Be sure to get cashback on shades. Earn up to 15% back at Ray-Ban or glassesdirect.co.uk when you shop via Quidco.com.
SECOND THOUGHTS Charity shops and resale platforms such as eBay, Depop, and Thrift Plus sell used sunglasses at great prices. Check charity shops for glasses, but always inspect them for damage or wear.
Keep an eye out for flash sales and discounts on sunglasses
