Heads up: this post has affiliate links, so Manhattan Society may earn a small commission if you buy through them — never at any extra cost to you. I only recommend things I’d tell a friend to buy. Amazon sets prices and stock.
Bedazzled sunglasses are the festival and party accessory everyone photographs — here’s how to DIY a pair.
My top pick: Rhinestone-covered sunglasses catch the sunlight from every direction — they’re the accessory that makes you the main character at any outdoor event.
1. Blank Oversized Sunglasses
Cheap oversized sunglasses as the blank canvas. Shop blank oversized sunglasses craft on Amazon →
2. Small Flatback Rhinestones
Tiny stones for covering frames without bulk. Shop small flatback rhinestones craft on Amazon →
3. Gem Glue for Plastic
An adhesive that bonds rhinestones to plastic frames. Shop gem glue plastic craft on Amazon →
4. Star and Moon Gems
Star and moon shaped gems for a celestial sunglass design. Shop star moon gems craft sunglasses on Amazon →
5. Flower Flatbacks
Flower-shaped resin flatbacks for a floral frame design. Shop flower flatback resin craft on Amazon →
6. Rhinestone Chain for Frames
A rhinestone chain that glues along the frame edges. Shop rhinestone chain trim craft on Amazon →
7. Ombre Gem Set
Graduated colour gems for an ombre sunglass design. Shop ombre gem set sunglasses craft on Amazon →
8. Pearl Flatbacks for Frames
Faux pearls for a pearl-encrusted sunglass look. Shop pearl flatbacks sunglasses craft on Amazon →
9. Pre-Bedazzled Sunglasses
A ready-made pair if you prefer buying over DIYing. Shop rhinestone sunglasses pre made on Amazon →
10. UV Resin Clear Coat
UV-curing resin to seal gems permanently onto frames. Shop uv resin clear coat craft on Amazon →
11. Gem Variety Pack
A mixed pack of gems, pearls, and shapes for creative designs. Shop gem variety pack craft on Amazon →
The bottom line
Cheap oversized sunglasses with small flatback rhinestones and gem glue is the easy DIY formula. Pre-made pairs skip the work, and UV resin seals everything permanently.