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Under $50: 11 Pairs Of Vintage-Inspired Sunglasses

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The return of "Mad Men" has me wanting to revamp my entire wardrobe: out with the skinny jeans and leather jackets, and in with the ladylike cropped trousers and pretty dresses. No disposable income means no closet overhaul, but thankfully there is one thing that I can afford: retro sunglasses.

Whether they're horn-rimmed or cat-eye, this small accessory can change your entire look. Miuccia Prada had us all ready for the car wash with her '50s themed spring show, and while I won't be splurging on a car-print skirt or appliqued bodysuit any time soon, I can update my look and stay within my means in these 11 pairs of retro sunnies.

Under $50-Retro Sunglasses

American Apparel "Emanuelle" Sunglasses, $40(01 of11)

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AE Foldable Icon Sunglasses, $9(02 of11)

ASOS Cat Eye Sunglasses, $21(03 of11)

Cheap Monday "Cryokinesis" Sunglasses, $30(04 of11)

Free People Plastic Brow Sunglasses, $24(05 of11)

Fred Flare Tortoise "Alexander" Sunglasses, $14(06 of11)

Forever 21 Cat Eye Lace Sunglasses, $5(07 of11)

SO Modern Cat's-Eye Sunglasses, $11(08 of11)

Mango "Touch" Retro Sunglasses, $39(09 of11)

Roxy "O'Clock" Sunglasses, $49(10 of11)

Topshop Extreme Cats Eye Sunglasses, $45(11 of11)

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