I’m Always Traveling, and These $25 Polarized Sunglasses Are the First Thing I Pack for Sunny Destinations

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When you’re browsing sunglasses on a budget, it seems like you have to choose between style and  function; you can’t have both unless you’re willing to splurge on a luxury brand name. And, as an avid traveler, I'm constantly faced with the dilemma: Do I risk taking these $300 sunglasses on a trip and potentially losing them forever? Well, the answer was always no because I’ve left more sunglasses in hotels, airplanes, and cafes than I can count (it’s basically become an obligatory sacrificial offering to the travel gods at this point). But, that was before I discovered the Goodr OG Sunglasses.

Apart from helping me avoid bankruptcy and sticking to my under-$30 sunnies budget (a pair starts at $25 at Amazon), these travel-friendly sunglasses are a true game-changer with their polarized lenses, and what I would call the most comfortable frames I’ve ever worn in a stylish design.

To buy: amazon.com, $25

Goodr is a brand by and for runners — and cyclists, and golfers, and weightlifters — which means its products are built to handle sweat and movement. If you’re running at full speed, you'll need  frames that won’t slide down your nose or bounce around from the movement. But you also need a frame that’s lightweight so you can wear them on long runs without them feeling heavy on your face. That’s exactly what the Goodr OG Sunglasses are.

The UVA/UVB-blocking lenses are polarized to reduce glare so you get UV 400 protection and a crisper, clearer view of your surroundings. The Goodr OG Sunglasses' frames are also built for a supportive fit, made even snugger thanks to the grip coating along the temples and rims that allows them to stay in place, even when you’re sweating. And, because the whole point of the brand was to make functional sunglasses that were also actually fashionable, all of these practical features are packed into a surprisingly sleek look that you rarely see in the performance eyewear market.