A. Kjaerbede
Our A.Kjærbede edit brings Copenhagen-designed sunglasses to Pontcanna Street. Founded in Denmark in 2017, A.Kjærbede (often searched as A Kjaerbede) makes frames with a confident Scandinavian point of view: bold shapes, softly tinted transparent frames and tortoiseshell that never looks tired. The Max, Winnie and Macy have quickly become favourites in the shop.
Each pair sits within our wider sunglasses and accessories edit, chosen to work as hard with a trench in October as with linen in July. We buy in small batches and never restock, so once a frame has gone, it's gone. Pop into our Cardiff shop to try them on.
A.Kjærbede Sunglasses at Kiti
We first fell for A.Kjærbede because the frames do something most fashion sunglasses don't: they look considered rather than loud, yet they still change an outfit the moment you put them on. The label was founded in 2017 and every collection is designed in Copenhagen, which shows in the clean lines, the playful colour and the way each shape flatters without trying too hard.
Our edit sits alongside the rest of our sunglasses, and it's one of the easiest places to start if you want a pair that feels a little more interesting than the usual high street black frame.
Danish Sunglasses With a Scandinavian Eye
Danish design has a reputation for restraint, and A.Kjærbede wears it lightly. You'll find transparent frames in soft, wearable tints, warm tortoiseshell and havana tones, and the occasional statement horn effect. Nothing is fussy. The detail is in the proportions: slightly thicker temples, a well-judged bridge, lenses sized to suit real faces.
That makes the brand a natural partner for the rest of our accessories. A pair of A.Kjærbede sunglasses works with a printed scarf from our scarves edit, a slouchy bag or a simple gold necklace from our jewellery collection.
Our Favourite A.Kjærbede Styles
The range changes season to season, but these are the shapes our customers come back to:
- Max: a rounded square shape that suits most faces, offered in several colourways including tortoiseshell and transparent finishes.
- Winnie: a softer, slightly oversized frame with a retro feel that works brilliantly with a fringe or a low bun.
- Macy: a cat eye inspired silhouette for anyone who wants a little lift at the outer corners.
- Nancy and Alexa: oversized shapes for days when you want your sunglasses to do the talking.
- Bror and Bella: quieter, more polished shapes for everyday wear.
- Charlie, Lilly, Alex and Kaws: smaller runs of characterful shapes, from clear frames to horn effects.
Choosing the Right Frame Shape
If you're not sure where to start, think about contrast. Rounder faces tend to suit squarer or cat eye frames such as the Macy, while stronger jawlines are softened by rounder shapes such as the Winnie. Oversized frames are the most forgiving of all and look as good on the school run as they do on holiday.
Colour matters too. Transparent and pale frames are softer against fair skin and light hair, while tortoiseshell and havana warm up almost any complexion. Black is the classic choice if you live in neutrals. The easiest way to decide is to try a few on, and we're always happy to help with that in the shop on Pontcanna Street, Cardiff.
Sunglasses Beyond Summer
We sell A.Kjærbede all year round, not just when the sun comes out. Low winter light is often harsher than a July afternoon, and a good pair of sunglasses finishes a coat and knit look in the same way a belt finishes a dress. Pair them with something from our coats and jackets or knitwear edits and they'll earn their keep from January to December.
Buying A.Kjærbede in the UK
Kiti is an independent UK stockist of A.Kjærbede, and we choose every style by hand. Like everything we stock, our sunglasses are bought in small batches and never restocked, so if a frame catches your eye it's worth acting on it. If you'd also like a pair for screen time, take a look at the blue light glasses from Barner, another favourite in our glasses edit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are A.Kjaerbede sunglasses from?
A.Kjaerbede is a Danish eyewear brand. It was founded in 2017 and every collection is designed in Copenhagen.
Where can I buy A.Kjaerbede sunglasses in the UK?
You can buy A.Kjaerbede sunglasses online from Kiti or in our independent boutique on Pontcanna Street in Cardiff. We stock a hand-picked edit of styles each season.
Which A.Kjaerbede sunglasses are the most popular?
At Kiti the Max, Winnie and Macy are the styles customers come back to most. The Max is a rounded square that suits most faces, the Winnie is a softer retro shape and the Macy has a cat eye lift.
How do I choose the right sunglasses for my face shape?
Look for contrast. Rounder faces usually suit squarer or cat eye frames, while angular faces are softened by rounder shapes. Oversized frames are the most forgiving. If you can, try a few on in store and we will happily help.
Do you restock A.Kjaerbede styles?
We buy in small batches and do not restock, so once a frame has sold out at Kiti it is gone. New styles arrive each season.
