Market Forecast by Countries (United States (US), Canada, Rest of North America), By Product Type (Polarized, Non-polarized), By End-Users (Women, Men, Unisex), By Distribution Channel (Online, Offline) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13198734 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 150 | No. of Figures: 55 | No. of Tables: 32 | |
According to 6wresearch internal database and industry insights, the North America sunglasses market is projected to grow steadily. The market is expected to be valued at approximately USD 6.28 billion in 2024 and to reach around USD 9.4 billion by 2031, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 6%.
Report Name | North America sunglasses market |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2031 |
CAGR | 6% |
Market Size | USD 9.4 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Fashion |
The North America sunglasses market report thoroughly covers the market by Product Type, End User, Distribution Channel, and Countries. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers, which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The North America sunglasses market growth has been steady due to rising awareness of eye protection and fashion trends. Consumers are preferring more sunglasses for a style statement, along with sun protection. Furthermore, the market is witnessing robust sales across retail and online stores, including both affordable and luxury brands. Overall, demand for quality sunglasses continues to boost the growth of the market as people spend more time outdoors and travelling is gaining popularity.
North America sunglasses market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 6% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The North America sunglasses market has been experiencing robust growth due to several Key factors. One key factor is the growing awareness regarding UV protection and eye health concerns, further propelling the demand in the market. Furthermore, the stylish eyewear is gaining popularity driven by consumers' growing interest towards fashion accessories. The role of celebrities and influencers is crucial in making sunglasses more popular, mainly among youth consumers. Additionally, various innovations such as new products, lightweight designs, and comfortable frames are contributing to the market growth.
The North America sunglasses market faces several challenges, even with the steady growth, due to rising demand across various age groups. Issues such as the availability of low-quality counterfeit products affecting the reputation of trusted brands pose a major challenge. Furthermore, the Shift of consumer preferences and rising competition among brands also create difficulties for new companies to enter the market. The usage of sunglasses is limited in certain seasons or regions. Additionally, factor such as Economic slowdowns directly impacts the demand for non-essential fashion products like sunglasses, further hampering the growth of the market.
Several key trends are evolving the north America sunglasses market. The rising demand for eco-friendly and polarised sunglasses is the key trend driving the growth of the market. Furthermore, Consumers are also preferring brands that offer stylish and customization, durable frames due to the rise of fashion trends. Online shopping is increasing rapidly, particularly with the help of virtual try-on tools, helping consumers to choose wisely. Additionally, innovations such as Smart sunglasses with audio connectivity or features are also shaping the market dynamics, driving the robust growth.
The North America sunglasses market offers various good and promising investment opportunities for investors seeking long-term growth in the market. Factors like the increased awareness about eye protection, rising fashion trends, and rising outdoor activities offer strong investment opportunities. Furthermore, the demand has been boosting due to the shifting of Consumers' preference towards more stylish, branded, and functional eyewear. Moreover, investors can explore companies which innovate with shifting lifestyles and have strong brand loyalty, as they show promise for lucrative and steady growth for the investors in the market.
Leading players in the North America sunglasses market dominate through innovative designs, strong brand recognition, wide distribution networks, and a focus on style and including Luxottica, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Warby Parker, and Persol.
The government has been launching various strict regulations in the North America sunglasses market that focus on ensuring quality and safety standards. These regulations mandate that companies regarding sunglasses must meet guidelines for lens clarity and UV protection due to rising health concerns among consumers. Furthermore, these guidelines aim to protect consumers from harmful or counterfeit products, while reassuring transparency in materials used helps to gain consumers’ trust. Together, these guidelines contribute to creating a more trustworthy and safer market, further supporting the growth of the market.
The future of the sunglasses market in North America is expected to witness robust growth due to rising awareness related to health and fashion among people. The ongoing innovation in materials and designs will increase the market demand. Furthermore, convenience and more choices fueled by online platforms will probably dominate sales. Consumers' shift towards more eco-friendly and sustainable sunglasses can lead the market. Moreover, digital influence and lifestyle changes will support the market growth in the coming years.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
Women hold the large North America sunglasses market share. Women tend to purchase sunglasses more frequently, often influenced by fashion trends, brand loyalty, and seasonal styles. This segment benefits from a wide variety of colours, designs, and luxury offerings tailored specifically for female consumers.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the United States actively dominates the North America sunglasses market, due to its large population, high disposable income, and strong fashion culture. The U.S. market leads in demand for both premium and affordable sunglasses, supported by a wide retail and online channel.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
North America Sunglasses Market |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 North America Sunglasses Market Overview |
3.1 North America Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 North America Sunglasses Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 North America Sunglasses Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 North America Sunglasses Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 North America Sunglasses Market Trends |
6 North America Sunglasses Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Polarized, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Non-polarized, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Women, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Men, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Unisex, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.3.2 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.3 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021 - 2031 |
7 North America Sunglasses Market, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.1 Overview & Analysis |
7.2 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Sunglasses Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3.1 United States (US) Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.2 Canada Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.3 Rest of North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4 North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.1 United States (US) Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.2 Canada Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4.3 Rest of North America Sunglasses Market, Revenues & Volume, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 |
8 North America Sunglasses Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 North America Sunglasses Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
10 North America Sunglasses Market - Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 North America Sunglasses Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
10.2 North America Sunglasses Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10.3 North America Sunglasses Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10.4 North America Sunglasses Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
11 North America Sunglasses Market - Competitive Landscape |
11.1 North America Sunglasses Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2022 |
11.2 North America Sunglasses Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Top 10 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |