Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has had a career that many can only dream about. From starting out as a wrestler in the WWE to becoming one of the most successful actors in the movie industry, his story can only inspire you on how you can achieve whatever you set your heart to achieve. One thing that has stayed with him throughout his journey is his stylish taste in sunglasses. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most iconic The Rock sunglasses and how he has developed a penchant for aviator sunglasses.

The Rock’s Eye-Catching Style

When it comes to fashion, Dwayne Johnson's style revolves around elegance, boldness, and simplicity. He lets his natural charisma and incredible physique shine through any of his fashion choices. Irrespective of the occasion or dress, you can hardly fault The Rock’s fashion sense. All these, thanks to his personal stylist, Ilaria Urbinati, who believes in ‘aggressive styling’. Dwayne's charisma allows him to pull off every bold and experimental style from Ilaria effortlessly.

Dwayne likes to wear fitted clothes that highlight his well-sculpted body. He always finds ways to combine formal and casual dressing to create a unique style for himself. For example, he can wear a suit and a button-front shirt but skip the tie or replace the shirt with a plain t-shirt when appearing at red carpets. His go-to attire for a regular casual outing is a pair of jeans and plain T-shirts.  In addition to these, as a fashion icon, his ensemble isn’t complete until he adds a pair of stylish sunglasses.

The Rock's Branded Sunglasses 1999

Do you know there were branded The Rock sunglasses released in 1999 in honor of his wrestling feats in the WWF? Dwayne Johnson began his professional wrestling career in 1996 at the WWF (World Wrestling Federation, now WWE). By 1999, he had built a reputation for himself as a top wrestler within the federation, and part of his persona included sporting sunglasses.

The Rock collaborated with  Maui Jim to release browline sunglasses, which were designed like his trademark pair of sunglasses worn in the wrestling arena. The pair of sunglasses had a gold-plated top brow bridge and had a 1960s retro vibe. It took inspiration from frames once worn by celebrities like Warren Beatty, Jackie Onassis, and Mick Jagger but offered a modern take on them. The stylish sunglasses were a commercial success, with The Rock wearing them several times on and off the camera. 

The Rock’s custom sunglasses are no longer in the market because production stopped decades ago, but you can still find a few on auction sites.

The Rocks Sunglasses in Movies

 

Now, let’s look at some of the stylish shades we’ve seen The Rock pull off in movies so far. You will notice in the end that all the sunglasses on this list are aviator sunglasses. While he has been spotted in public a few times in other frame shapes, aviators are still his favorite, and it’s not hard to see why. The large frames of aviators suit his head shape and size just perfectly.

The Rock Sunglasses: Rampage

Randolph Archer sunglasses have had cameos in several movies, and The Rock decided to continue the tradition in the film Rampage, appearing in several scenes while sporting the famous shades. Randolph Archer has built its brand around making high-quality, stylish sunglasses since its inception in 1973. In this movie, Dwayne also continues his tradition of wearing aviator sunglasses, appearing in one with black gradient lenses and a gold frame.

You can also sport this look by getting our Dollger Square 90s Sunglasses. These sleek shades will bring out your “rugged” side while still portraying a sense of sophistication. It has an elegant silver frame and gray polarized lenses for protection from the sun’s UV rays.

The Rock Sunglasses: Get Smart

In 2008, The Rock starred in an action comedy movie titled Get Smart, which also featured several movie stars like Anne Hathaway, Steve Carell, Terry Crews, and Alan Arkin. The movie was a reboot of a 1965 TV series of the same title. In the movie, Dwayne, who plays the character of Agent 23, appears sporting a stylish pair of sunglasses. For the movie, Dwayne chose a pair of Paul Smith 817 sunglasses. And even though there isn’t much spectacular about the shades, you still can’t get it anymore, as it’s no longer in production.

You can opt for our Dollger Thin Aviator Tinted Sunglasses if you want to pull off The Rock’s look in this movie. Its slim aviator shape offers you a unique and stylish look every time you step out in it. It also has brown gradient lenses, just like the Paul Smith glasses, and these lenses not only provide UV protection they also have anti-glare properties.

The Rock Sunglasses: Ballers

Away from movies, we also see some of The Rock sunglasses in the TV show Ballers. In fact, we’ll discuss TWO of our favorite sunglasses in this show, which features Dwayne Johnson as Spencer Strasmore. In case you haven’t realized it yet, Dwayne has a penchant for large and flashy sunglasses, and we see much of that in this show.

One of the sunglasses he wears in this show is the Oliver Peoples Strummer sunglasses. It’s a sleek pair of aviator sunglasses with a modern design and stylish feel. The version he wears has thin silver wire arms and an ultra-slim silver wire frame. It also has gray gradient lenses. Fun fact: Brad Pitt also used these shades in the movie Ocean's 12. So, yes, it’s a favorite among celebrities. However, this model is no longer in production.

The Oliver Peoples sunglasses look a lot like our Aviator Frames Vintage Style Sunglasses. It features the classic teardrop shape of aviator frames and comes in three color variants: gray gradient lenses with black frames, red lenses with black frames, and silver lenses with silver frames. The stylish sunglasses also provide UV protection for your eyes.

Dwayne also used the DITA Midnight Special DRX 2010 M sunglasses in the show. This frame has a square aviator shape and double-wire detailing around the lenses. The thing is, though, it comes in at a whopping $675! The frame is made with titanium to give it a combination of lightweight and durability. The lenses are also made with high-quality glass that doesn't scratch or shatter easily.

An alternative is to go for our Dollger Classic Aviator Sunglasses, which look so similar to the DITA sunglasses. They feature the square aviator lenses of the DITA frames and the silver frame. And with polarized lenses, you are guaranteed maximum UV protection every time you step out in the sleek pair of shades.

Dwayne Johnson sunglasses: Baywatch

2017 saw a reboot of the popular TV series Baywatch into a movie starring Dwayne Johnson. Dwayne starred as Mitch Buchannon, a lifeguard at a beach in the movie. The movie was a smash hit, and Dwayne didn’t disappoint with his sunglasses too. In this movie, The Rock sported a pair of aviator sunglasses made by Sama Eyewear. 

What makes these frames special is the lenses, which are tinted using 24-karat gold. This is, of course, a luxury item, and it is a limited edition. You can only find them on auction websites like eBay now, and they go for as much as $649. 

If you don’t wish to break the bank to rock this look (pun intended), you can simply opt for Dollger Aviator Style Sunglasses. With the option of two varieties–black frame with gray lenses or gold frame with brown lenses—you can choose the one that best suits your style. It also has anti-glare properties, so you can step out in style while protecting your eyes. 

The Rock sunglasses: Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw

In 2019, we saw the first spin-off from the Fast and Furious franchise with the release of Hobbs & Shaw. Dwayne played the role of Hobbs, who was a law enforcement agent who had to team up with a mercenary named Shaw (Jason Statham) to prevent a terrorist organization from getting their hands on a powerful weapon.

In several scenes in this movie, Dwayne sports a pair of 3029 Outdoorsman II Aviator sunglasses. The aviator sunglasses really looked good on Dwayne, thanks to its stylish designs and quality finish. One remarkable feature of this pair of glasses is the “cable temples.” This refers to the arms of eyeglasses that extend well behind the ears, providing a more snug fit. These kinds of arms are also recommended for people who use glasses with severe prescriptions.

The Rock sunglasses: Red Notice

 

Next is Red Notice, where Dwayne Johnson plays the character of an FBI profiler who teams up with the most wanted art thief in the world to catch an elusive criminal who always stays one step ahead of them. Even as a reluctant accomplice in criminality, Dwayne’s eyewear game remains top-notch in this movie. The rock appears in this movie wearing a pair of RayBan 3025 sunglasses. 

The RayBan 3025 sunglasses have been around for years and are quite popular among celebrities. The most common version has a gold frame and green lenses, but the one Dwayne sports in this movie has brown/pink gradient lenses. RayBan 3025 sunglasses can also be fitted with prescription lenses.

You can also try our Dollger Polished Silver Aviator Sunglasses as an alternative to the RayBan sunglasses. This frame has a stylish retro look enhanced by the vintage lines of the aviator shape. The polarized lenses come in three variant colors: gray, yellow, and blue. This fashion accessory is what you need to take your style from average to elegant.

Conclusion 

The Rock sunglasses style is a perfect blend of cool and charisma. From classic aviators to trendy shades, The Rock's sunglasses collection is an excellent source of inspiration for anyone looking to upgrade their eyewear game. Whether you're heading to the gym or running errands, The Rock's sunglasses ideas will help you look and feel like a demigod from the land of the gods.