Fashion Throwback: Famous Stars in Stylish Shades

Grace Kelly wears classic round frames on a film set, 1953.
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Natalie Wood frolics on the beach in a mod, bug-eyed pair, 1968.

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Kate Hudson and Goldie Hawn make quite the mother-daughter duo, 1992.

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Jennifer Aniston keeps her small frames close at all times, 1996. You never know when you'll need them!

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Jack Nicholson masters the clubmaster style, 1988.

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Gregory Peck in classic aviators, 1948.

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Gene Tierney lounges poolside in tortoiseshell frames, 1940.

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Elizabeth Taylor is movie star glam in a huge pair of round shades, 1968.

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Diane Keaton on the set of Annie Hall, 1978. Who said sunglasses had to be black?

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Cher looks cool in white, 1986.

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The shades make Brad Pitt's outfit, 1988.

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Ben Stein poses on top of a car, 1980.

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The men of 98 Degrees pose in the classic sunglasses brand, Ray-Bans, 2000.

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Bob Dylan in the classic wayfarer style, 1968.

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Lauren Bacall in cat-eyes and Humphrey Bogart match their shades, 1944.

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Prince Charles wears classic Ray-Bans, 1994.

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Audrey looks elegant as always, 1961.

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It's easy to dismiss sunglasses as an afterthought to an outfit, but we beg to differ. A pair of stylish shades can make or break a look, and these vintage photos of movie stars and celebrities are the perfect proof.

From Gregory Peck in classic aviators to Elizabeth Taylor in a pair of round, bug-eyed shades, sunglasses are a vital wardrobe asset. Click through the gallery to see who else made our list of stars who have looked sartorially fabulous in shades over the years.

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