Apr
26
2011

How to determine if a Site is Selling Authentic Designer Sunglasses?

Keep yourself from false websites, discounts to own an authentic pair of sunglasses. Online shopping of sunglasses is always a deal to be handled with much care. False ads and shopping websites with greater discounts try their best to make you believe that they sell authentic sunglasses, but all it takes to own a pair of authentic sunglasses is your careful research on the shopping websites. Taking advice from friends and family members, who often […]

Apr
19
2011

Sunglasses – Why do we wear them?

Shield your eyes with a pair of sunglasses from the harmful sunrays You see the entire world with your beautiful eyes. How much care do they need? Do you wear sunglasses just to look fashionable? The fundamental reason is to protect your eyes from the bright sunlight. But, is this the only reason you wear them? Definitely not. First of all, yes, you must wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun. You take […]

Apr
13
2011

Choosing the right frame and color

The appropriate size for sunglasses and eyeglass frames should be proportionate with the face size, which means that smaller eyeglasses frames and sunglasses are the best for smaller faces while larger eyewear look better on larger faces. The frame shape should contrast the shape of the face (rectangle frame with a round face). These tips are not rules, but they can assist you in choosing the best frame for every face. Oval Face Any style […]

Apr
2
2011

Bigger Frames?

Bigger frames are still in style today. Square-shaped and aviator glasses are quite a hit. However, larger eyewear can be quite tricky as this style doesn’t necessarily work with most facial shapes. The idea is to carefully select a frame that wouldn’t swallow your whole face. These styles are great for exuding that aura of anonymity and for adding glamour to an ordinary outfit. Wrap styles are quite popular among women. They also make for […]

Apr
1
2011

Lens Lesson!

You’ve probably seen sunglasses with different colored lenses. While on cheap plastic sunglasses color may be little more than a fashion choice, with proper lenses, the color can tell you more about the purpose of the sunglasses. Knowing the different kinds of lenses will help you make the best decision when choosing sunglasses. • Photochromic lenses change color depending on the amount of UV light to which they are exposed, although for the most part, […]

Mar
29
2011

Shades History Lesson: 13th Century China’s Use of Sunglasses

Believe it or not, in the 13th Century China, a primitive form of sunglasses were used by judges in court! Judges wore sunglasses made of Smoky Quartz while interrogating witnesses and defendants. The idea was to hide the judges facial expressions so the final verdict wouldn’t be hinted until the very end. Other stories claim that the dark lenses were meant to protect the judges from the evil eye of the accused. Sounds a lot […]

Mar
29
2011

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Mar
24
2011

Vintage? Retro? Speechless?

I guess it takes a special kind of person to make these look good. How about, Rick James? Maybe

Mar
23
2011

Shades History Lesson: The Inuit People’s Sunglasses

The Inuit people of the Arctic Circle know the importance of protecting your eyes.  Not only is the sun up there extremely bright, but the reflection on the snow creates a blinding light that makes it almost impossible to see.  They have been using this innovation for hundreds of years…The slits limit the eye’s exposure to harmful sun rays from above and below…I wonder when we’re gonna see Lady Gaga sport a pair of these […]