Monday, July 14, 2008
Asymmetrical Eyewear
Originality is tough to find is tough to find in the sunglasses field, let alone anywhere, and it is even more difficult in optical lenses. Because of the limitations on size and shape of lenses, because you need to fit prescriptions, there is only so much you can do. Sugarkane has seemingly defied the rules with a few new styles for 2009.
Sugarkane decided to play around not only with size of lenses, but make one different from the other. They call it asymmetrical eyewear and it is like nothing I’ve ever seen. Most of the frames are made for their optical series, but there are a few (at least one now) pairs of sunglasses.
I really like the idea and think they might even look good. Certainly a lot of people will be looking at you. I’m a little worried about it messing with your vision or causing headaches. If anyone has tried these let me know.
Source: Sugarkane
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Sugarkane decided to play around not only with size of lenses, but make one different from the other. They call it asymmetrical eyewear and it is like nothing I’ve ever seen. Most of the frames are made for their optical series, but there are a few (at least one now) pairs of sunglasses. I really like the idea and think they might even look good. Certainly a lot of people will be looking at you. I’m a little worried about it messing with your vision or causing headaches. If anyone has tried these let me know.
Source: Sugarkane
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Are Sunglasses Are the New Handbag?
There is literally no limit to the price you can pay for a handbag. From Chinese-made-Walmart glory to hand-made-alligator-skin-Hermes evil, quality and price couldn’t be different. Sunglasses also have a range just like this, although I haven’t seen alligator skin frames (fingers crossed). But can sunglasses replace the handbag as the “it” luxury item for brand-obsessed shoppers? As though my opinion was not enough, the New York Times writes in a recent article that this may already have happened.
I can see some points to their argument. For one, a pair of high-end sunglasses is much cheaper than a high-end bag. Also, what is the first thing you gravitate towards when you look at someone on the street? Their face (give or take). Being able to showcase that you can afford $400 for a pair of sunglasses does show your status too. Do you see your sunglasses replacing your bag as your number one fashion item?
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One of the arguments is that people have too many bags, and they have become less of a luxury item. Your own bag can be seen all over town, even if you spent a lot of money on it. That is not the case with sunglasses, yet. The average price for top of the line designer sunglasses, according to the article, has gone up to $350 from $250 in just a short time. This is not the ceiling, by any means, as Ksubi and Chrome Hearts sunglasses can get up to and over $1000 for a pair.
I can see some points to their argument. For one, a pair of high-end sunglasses is much cheaper than a high-end bag. Also, what is the first thing you gravitate towards when you look at someone on the street? Their face (give or take). Being able to showcase that you can afford $400 for a pair of sunglasses does show your status too. Do you see your sunglasses replacing your bag as your number one fashion item?
Photos Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Source: New York Times
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Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Super Sunglasses - New Styles from Old
Despite using the word “super” in their name and having only been launched in 2007, Super sunglasses have become extremely popular with those “in the know” (i.e., not me) and can be seen from Milan to L.A. on the faces of the bold and beautiful (again). Relying on a worn down, strung out but nevertheless abundantly successful Wayfarer model as their launch template, they’ve created a vast array of bright models to choose from.
Also displayed above is the 24K Gold with lenses done by Carl Zeiss, perhaps the world’s premier lens maker. I don’t know how popular the 24K Gold model is, but the multi-colored versions have been very popular from Duomo Square to Rodeo Drive. Get yourself a pair for about $130.
Source: Super Sunglasses
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Also displayed above is the 24K Gold with lenses done by Carl Zeiss, perhaps the world’s premier lens maker. I don’t know how popular the 24K Gold model is, but the multi-colored versions have been very popular from Duomo Square to Rodeo Drive. Get yourself a pair for about $130.Source: Super Sunglasses
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Friday, July 4, 2008
Colab Eyewear's New Releases 2008–Design and Art in Focus
I’ve said many times that sunglasses are first for eye protection, and second for fashion, but some brands and individuals hold design in such high esteem that sunglasses go beyond eye protection or fashion, and literally become art. Colab eyewear epitomises this kind of brand. They are a group of designers, artists, aesthetics and freaks who have recently completed a line of sunglasses for this year which should be released some time in the next week. Eye candy follows:
Waybetters
Disco
Star Gazers
Too Hot
The Spooks
Vision Quest
If you are looking for originality, art and exclusivity, check them out. Colab.
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Waybetters
Disco
Star Gazers
Too Hot
The Spooks
Vision QuestBased out of Australia, the group only began in January 2007, but have already worked with a number of brands, the latest being Kid Robot. They are made up of a group of artists from around the globe, and their latest line certainly reflects this, as nothing specifically screams “Milan”, “New York” or “Paris”. This years’ line is very eclectic (their words, but a perfect way to describe them) and there are flashes of vintage beauty here and there which only makes them better. The great thing about wearing Colab sunglasses is that every single model is limited edition, with only 1000 pairs being made of each, so you are probably going to be the only person you know with a pair. This is obviously something you don’t get with a lot of the bigger brands.
If you are looking for originality, art and exclusivity, check them out. Colab.
Website: www.colab.com.au
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Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Dita Eyewear the Hottest Sunglasses Brand in the U.S. Now?
Thanks to celebrities, miscreants and magazines, some brands get launched quickly, and make a big name for themselves, instead of having to slave and toil like the rest of us peasants. Right now perhaps the hottest sunglasses for fabulously rich women in the U.S. are Dita. They were launched in 1996 and have grown steadily since. Just last year the Dita Vintage line was released, but can already be found on the face on some of the most famous and infamous people walking the red carpets. Take a look at some select choices from their current line:
From what I’ve read and heard, Dita was assisted by Vogue USA with its launch, being splattered all over the pages the industry’s leading fashion magazine. With help like that, it is easy to see that they’ve done well. It doesn’t hurt also that celebrities such as Will Smith, Lindsay Lohan and Nichol Richie are covering their mugs daily with their Dita eyewear.
If you want to get a pair of your own you are going to have to part with at least $150, so they are not for the financially bashful. At this point you would still be at the front of the bandwagon, so there is still time.
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From what I’ve read and heard, Dita was assisted by Vogue USA with its launch, being splattered all over the pages the industry’s leading fashion magazine. With help like that, it is easy to see that they’ve done well. It doesn’t hurt also that celebrities such as Will Smith, Lindsay Lohan and Nichol Richie are covering their mugs daily with their Dita eyewear. If you want to get a pair of your own you are going to have to part with at least $150, so they are not for the financially bashful. At this point you would still be at the front of the bandwagon, so there is still time.
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