The Ultimate Aussie Christmas Gift Guide: Which Babiators Suit Your Family's Festive Style?

The scene: Sandy toes, saltwater hair, and someone's dad attempting to set up the beach umbrella for the 47th time. The kids are building sandcastles, splashing in the shallows, and squinting against the glare bouncing off the water.

Your perfect match: Polarised Navigators or Polarised Hearts

When you're dealing with reflective surfaces like water and sand, polarised lenses are your best friend. They cut through that harsh glare that makes everyone look like they're permanently frowning in photos, while still providing 100% UV protection.

The Polarised Navigators in Jet Black with Cobalt Lenses give your little one serious beach-cool vibes – think mini lifesaver meets junior surfer. For something a bit sweeter, the Polarised Hearts in Frosted Pink or Sweet Cream are perfect for your beach princess who wants to look fabulous while building the world's most elaborate sandcastle.

The scene: A patchwork of picnic blankets under shady gum trees. Eskies full of prawns, someone's brought their famous pavlova, and the kids are running barefoot between blankets stealing cherries off everyone's plates.

Your perfect match: Original Keyholes in Totally Tortoise or Euro Rounds in Sweet Cream

Park picnics are about relaxed elegance. You want sunnies that look gorgeous in the inevitable 47 family photos Nan will insist on taking, but are sturdy enough to survive being tossed onto the grass mid-game of chasey.

The Original Keyholes in Totally Tortoise have that effortlessly stylish look that photographs beautifully, while the Euro Rounds in Sweet Cream or Peachy Keen give off those vintage, summery vibes that suit a lazy afternoon under the trees perfectly.

The flexible rubber frames mean when (not if) your toddler decides to sit on them, bend them like a pretzel, or use them as an impromptu toy, they'll bounce right back.

The scene: Dad's claimed the barbecue like it's his throne. The smell of snags and onions fills the air. Kids are running through the sprinkler, someone's set up the slip 'n slide, and there's a heated debate happening about whether the cricket should be on inside.

Your perfect match: Original Navigators in Good As Blue or Jet Black

The classic Aussie BBQ calls for a classic frame. Original Navigators are the OG Babiators style – timeless, practical, and cool in that effortless way.

Good As Blue is perfect for your water-loving little one who'll be in and out of the sprinkler all day, while Jet Black suits your mini-me who wants to match Dad's sunnies while they "help" flip the snags (read: poke at everything with the tongs).

These are your everyday heroes—durable enough for backyard chaos, stylish enough for the group photo, and covered by our Broken Guarantee if the rough-and-tumble gets a bit too rough.

The scene: The wheelie bin is set up as the wicket. Arguments about LBW have already broken out. Someone's hit the ball into the neighbour's yard (again), and Grandpa's claiming he was once "almost scouted" for the state team.

Your perfect match: Polarised Keyholes or Navigators in Jet Black with Cobalt Lenses

When you're facing down a tennis ball delivery from your competitive uncle, you need to see clearly. The Polarised sunnies reduce glare so your little batsman can actually see the ball coming, rather than squinting into the afternoon sun and swinging wildly (though let's be honest, they might do that anyway).

The Keyhole and Navigator shapes stay secure during all that running between wickets, and the Cobalt Lenses look seriously cool – like proper sporting eyewear shrunk down to kid size.

The scene: You've driven three hours to the farm. There are actual animals. The kids are beside themselves with excitement about seeing real chickens. Everyone's wearing their "nice" Blundstones.

Your perfect match: Eco Collection Navigators in Wild Moss or Soft Sand

Christmas at the farm calls for something a bit earthy and eco-conscious. The Eco Collection Navigators are made from 100% recycled ocean plastics, so you can feel good about your choice while your kids run around collecting eggs and patting sheep.

Wild Moss blends beautifully with all that green countryside, while Soft Sand matches the dusty paddocks and straw bales perfectly. They're the sunnies equivalent of your kid's little Akubra – practical, outdoorsy, and undeniably Australian.

The scene: This is the fancy one. You've ironed actual clothes. Everyone's at Nanna's house where touching anything is mildly terrifying. The kids have been bribed within an inch of their lives to behave.

Your perfect match: Original Cat-Eye in Wicked White or Original Hearts in Candy Apple

When the occasion calls for something special, bring out the statement sunnies. The Original Cat-Eye in Wicked White is sophisticated and chic for your little lady who takes her outfit coordination very seriously.

For something fun but still photo-worthy, the Original Hearts come out to play. Candy Apple (a gorgeous red) is perfectly festive for Christmas, or stick with the classics like Bubblegum Pink or Good As Blue.

These are the sunnies that'll make all the aunties coo about how adorable your child looks. You're welcome.

The scene: It's one of those recovery days between Christmas and New Year. Everyone's in their pyjamas. The leftover ham is being consumed at an alarming rate. The TV hasn't been turned off since 6am and nobody's changing that.

Your perfect match: Screen Savers in Black Ops Black or Pretty in Pink

Here's the thing about those magical holiday screen-time-doesn't-count days: all that blue light from devices can lead to tired eyes and trouble sleeping later.

Babiators Screen Savers block 55% of blue light through Category 0 lenses, making them perfect for your Frozen marathon (yes, again), the traditional Christmas viewing of The Grinch, or five solid hours of whatever YouTube rabbit hole your child has fallen into.

The Keyhole Screen Savers in Black Ops Black are cool and understated, while the Navigator Screen Savers in Pretty in Pink or Out of the Blue are fun and bright for kids who want their movie-watching to be a whole aesthetic.

The scene: You're six hours into what Google Maps promised would be a four-hour drive. Someone needs to wee (again). The back seat has descended into Lord of the Flies territory. Screens are the only thing preventing total chaos.

Your perfect match: Screen Savers PLUS Polarised Navigators for rest stops

Long car trips with kids mean hours of iPad time, which means hours of blue light exposure. Pack a pair of Screen Savers for the drive – they'll protect little eyes while they watch Bluey on repeat for the entire journey.

Then, have a pair of Polarised Navigators ready for when you stop at that roadside servo, that beach you stumbled across, or that "World's Biggest Something" that Dad insisted on visiting. The polarised lenses handle the glare from the road and any water you might find along the way.

Two pairs might feel like overkill, but trust us – the kid who left their sunnies at the last rest stop will be very glad you packed spares. (And if anything gets broken or lost along the way, remember our Broken Guarantee has got you covered.)

The scene: Someone's fancy house has a pool. The kids are pruney but refuse to get out. Every adult is taking turns being the designated "pool watcher." Inflatable flamingos everywhere.

Your perfect match: Polarised Flowers in Peachy Keen or Polarised Hearts in Sweet Cream

Pool parties call for fun sunnies that can handle serious glare. The Polarised Flowers are the ultimate pool-party accessory – fun, feminine, and functional with those glare-reducing polarised lenses.

Peachy Keen is our pick for the poolside fashionista, while Irresistible Iris (a gorgeous purple) makes a statement. For something sweet but sporty, the Polarised Hearts in Sweet Cream are the perfect blend of cute and practical.

The flexible rubber frames can handle being grabbed by wet hands, tossed onto pool loungers, and everything in between.

The scene: You've pitched the tent (only three attempts this year – personal best). There's a campfire going. The kids are covered in a mysterious combination of dirt, sunscreen, and marshmallow. Everyone smells vaguely of insect repellent.

Your perfect match: Eco Collection Navigators in Wild Moss or Original Keyholes in Mint To Be

Camping families tend to be outdoorsy, nature-loving types, so the Eco Collection feels right at home here. Made from recycled ocean plastics, they're the sustainable choice for your little nature explorer.

Alternatively, the Original Keyholes in Mint To Be are fresh and fun – that minty green colour pops against all that bushland backdrop and looks great in camping photos.

These sunnies can handle being dropped in dirt, left in the tent, and generally treated with the casual disregard that comes with camping life. They'll bounce back from all of it.