El Cuervo

The flexy arms bend back far enough that my 2-year-old can’t snap them, which is huge for us. She wore them the whole morning at the park and never once tried to yank them off. Solid buy for the 9-month-to-5-year window.

My toddler actually keeps these on, which is a miracle — the classic style looks adorable and the fit is snug enough for a 2-year-old without digging in. Sun protection was the main worry for our beach trip and these did the job all afternoon.

The frames feel sturdy without being heavy, which is exactly what I needed for my 2-year-old who loves to fling everything. They’ve survived a full week of daily park trips and still look brand new. The sizing fits him perfectly and the arms don’t dig into his temples.