Jun

22

Discover External Beauty

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Internal beauty can be a really nice thing, sure, and its way more important that external beauty but a lot of time people use beauty as a method for approaching people or being approached. If you are not beautiful, you can still be interesting through fashion and how you present yourself. Don’t let an unfortunate nose or big ears hold you back, make those your stand out features and you’re sure to create an external beauty and confidence that people are always drawn to. Don’t hide tiny eyes behind big Prada sunglasses, rather buy tiny sunglasses too and keep your look alive and be proud of what you were given.

Always keep in mind that whatever image you project to the work is what people will think of you. So, take time when you put that image together and use high quality tools. Your personality may be fantastic, but unless people can see some hints about your personality through your look then they may never have the opportunity to find out how cool you are. Most people in life that you encounter you come across for only a brief moment. Did you make an impression that said “hello, I’m nice come and talk to me” or does your look scream loner? If you want to be alone, by all means put up that barrier, but if you want to be surrounded by fun people then you have to dress, act and look fun to be around too. Its all marketing, and you are selling a very important product—yourself.

Jun

15

Finding Colors for YOU!

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Summer brings out all kinds of new colors and shapes, and is truly the time to experiment with creative sunglasses. Here, Gwen Steffani looks like the picture of sunshine in Christian Dior Chicago 1 style in white. With her pale skin and pale hair, wearing white manages to make her look tan, healthy and all aglow. This is hard to achieve for someone who is likely anemic and probably goes tanning weekly without any real pay off.

So, if you are overly pale and in need of a quick tan, don’t slather on fake orange goop—you always come off looking like a low budget extra in a slasher film. Instead, just slip into something white and pair it up with more white until you start to look like the tan diva you’ve always daydreamed you are. Wearing white is the simplest way to look tan. It’s a shame more people don’t skip the cancer-causing fake sun booths in favor of lighter threads.

There are a few other great colors for summer, including all pastel colors (unless you are super dark skinned in which case stick to bolder colors and earth tones) and of course fun floral prints. At fashion week we saw a lot more daisy florals and pinks than in many past years, and were shocked that champagne was still a popular summer color. Green and blue, at least the bold varieties, need to be avoided in summer as they make skin look paler and bring out any baggy eyes (which you hopefully have from a summer spent partying).

Jun

8

Celebrity Sunnies

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Okay, so celebrities are now fashion icons as well. Lady Gaga isn’t famous just for her music, we can all agree on that, she’s famous for her look. And what a definitive and bold look that is. We all have an image to cultivate, and sunglasses are one way that celebrities use to cultivate their image of cool. Try to picture Bon Jovi without his Serengeti-like sunglasses, or John Lennon without Oliver Peoples shades, or Aerosmith without something extravagant strapped to his skull. Real rockers and real celebrities wear sunnies, its plain and simple. So, to get a defined and clear look you need to do likewise!

The Olsen twins have done something that no one thought possible. They have made fashion seem empty and plain. No matter what these girls wear they still look sickly and overly young. We adored them growing up and then they morphed into coquettish, bulimic girls who have to hide their hunger by wearing giant Jackie O sunglasses. This has made sunglasses seem less cool and is a feat that only someone from Full House could do.

Try to imagine the Terminator (pre baby-daddy scandal) without his Ray Ban sunglasses, or the Blues Brothers without shades. Its impossible. So much of what these characters are is wrapped up in their fashion and in their identity as a bad-ass sunglasses wearing maniac. And its ironic that sunglasses are a sign of being tough since really what they do is block dangerous UV rays and keep wrinkles from forming. Are tough guys really that scared of crow’s feet?

Jun

3

Melanoma and You

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Cases of fatal melanoma are actually decreasing around the globe thanks to protective measures taken by those most risk-prone, earlier detection and awareness of the disease. Wearing sunglasses with full coverage like sporty Nike sunnies, sunscreen, hats and better information have all attributed to the decrease in fatalities related to skin cancer. But, just because the numbers have decreased slightly in recent years doesn’t mean the battle is won. There is still no long-term cure for the disease, though scientists purport to be close to a solution that doesn’t involve the archaic concept of slicing off pieces of your body when they become infected.

When thinking about melanoma, there are a few steps you can take at any age and living in any range of sun exposure to ensure your health long-term. Wearing sunscreen daily is the most obvious and beneficial thing you can do. Many makeup brands have SPV 15 or higher in them, which means you’re slathering it on even if you didn’t know it. Make sure to cover your shoulders and neck and women, especially any skin exposed on the breasts as breast cancer remains a top killer in women globally.

Wearing a hat is another great idea. Many people don’t realize that the sun is effecting the sensitive skin on their scalp when they don’t have any protection, and since very few people put sun screen on their heads this is an area that is sorely ignored and yet exposed to the sun the most.

May

4

Tinted Lenses and Their Proper Uses

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Lenses have different colors. That’s why you’ll notice differences in sunglasses looks like the purple/pink tinting of Dior and the deep Black of Prada. The colors in between are also important, and we’ll details the uses for different hues here so you’ll know what lenses to buy and why.

Gray and green are neutral lenses, essentially lenses of these colors mean you are seeing the world as it is. These tint colors are ideal for anyone who needs to see something exactly, artists, surveyors, and farmers out checking their crops, to list a few examples.

Brown lenses increase contrast slightly, and for that reason are slightly better for people who are doing any activity that requires the brain and body to react very quickly. You’ll notice brown tinting on ski goggles, the contrast enhancement makes it easier to see variations in the snow.

Likewise, turquoise lenses (mix of green and brown) offer a more natural look at the world with some contrast enhancement. This is ideal for less speed vital activities where contrast is still vital, for example bird watching or hiking.

Orange lenses and yellow lenses both increase contrast but more importantly enhance depth perception and are thus ideal for hunters, shooters and boaters. You’ll often see pilots with slightly yellow tinted goggles, as depth is extremely important for flying.

Blue, pink and purple lenses are cosmetic, but there is some evidence to support the idea that these lenses make the world look brighter, more enhanced and thus increase mood. They are ideal for kids, or folks who are depressed and want a fresh look at the world.

Apr

27

Geek Chic Still in Style

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Anne Hathaway is a stunning woman, a sexy, beautiful and intelligent feminine character in Hollywood. But why is she wearing the same frames as many elderly men in libraries and chess halls across Eastern Europe? This was how she dressed at the recent première of Rio (image).

These Carrera eyeglasses (or sunglasses with no lenses) offer something Hathaway couldn’t get without them—a distinct look in a Hollywood that is full of gorgeous women. She needs to look smart, young and approachable, a look she achieves by wearing girly clothing, geeky glasses and hair that is pulled back and yet wispy and falling out of control, almost like she jogged to the Rio première.

In this length of dress she is also adding a childish element to her look, especially given the long sleeves and heels that, unless you look closely, could be dress up materials. She has a distinctly childish and geeky look. Perhaps this is because she is premièring a kid’s film, but perhaps also she is trying to stand out in a world where beauty is everything.

To get the geek look, simply think like a teenager who still lives at home. You want to look sexy and fresh but not so sexy that your mom won’t let you leave the house. Think short sleeves, short skirts (past the fingertips!) and childish necklines. Form fitted is good, and loose, unkempt hair gives a wild and untamed look. Bold colors like black, red and white should be avoided as overly mature, but pastels, purple, blue and green are all perfect for the geeky childish fashionable look.

Apr

20

Fashion Mistakes from Celebrities

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Fergie is a beautiful woman, there is no denying that, but in these (image) Tom Ford Maximillion TF206 model sunglasses she looks worn, old and distinctly unattractive. This is a prime example of a poor fashion choice, one that celebrities should avoid like the plague.

These particular shades should not be worn by anyone who has an even slightly chubby or square face. These were made for people with pointed chins and thin faces. These glasses would look great on a Kardashian or an Olson, but on a Fergie they make her face look droopy and old. This is probably exactly what Miss Fergie wants to avoid, especially given her clothing line and fame with the Black Eyed Peas.

These frames are such a poor choice for Fergie. Look how the top bar droops on the left and right, giving the impression of droopy eyes, a doped out look that any star needs to avoid, especially a musician—no need being a cliché. For anyone with a face shape similar to hers any sunglasses that droop or sag should be avoided. These frames would look great on Kanye, who has a strong face shape and the black wouldn’t stand out so drastically.

Fergi is not alone in fashion mistakes, but as someone with a great deal of money, advisers on fashion and brand building, and access to high end clothing and accessories there isn’t much of an excuse for her to walk out in public in a look that is so horribly suited for her.

Feb

8

Fifteen Signs You’ve Lost Your Glasses

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1.You have a constant headache from squinting and people start addressing you as ‘old man.’
2.You stopped addressing them as ‘My Oliver Peoples’ and started calling them your ‘eyes!’
3.You use your hands to feel your way to the bathroom… even in the middle of the day.
4.You drive in the slow lane even though your car is a Maserati.
5.You go to the supermarket and have to lean into each item to see if it’s the one you want.
6.You hold the computer screen directly in front of your nose to check your email.
7.You instinctively reach up to push your glasses up higher on your nose only to feel sad and lonely when you realize they are no longer there.
8.You silently hope everyone thinks you had Lasik eye surgery rather than just a clumsy and forgetful disposition.
9.You start to notice how many other people around you have glasses… and notice that they have managed to retain theirs.
10.You reach into your pocket and search your head, neck and face for your accessory before you remember it isn’t there…. You feel sad.
11.You retrace your steps throughout the week… first mentally and then literally as you crawl on hands and knees around the bleachers at your son’s school auditorium.
12.You put on your clothes in the morning and look in the mirror to see if they match your glasses, only to realize you have no way of knowing if your shirt matches anything else on your body.
13.You have no problem retaining your car keys, cell phone and wallet, but the one item that is supposed to be literally on the end of your nose isn’t there.
14.You think getting a strap to put around your glasses to hold them to your head it not only a good idea, but a fashion statement of some caliber.
15.You read this list, and at several points nodded in agreement.

Jan

18

How to Take Care of Eyeglasses

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If you’ve just spent a great deal of money on designer eyeglasses then you’ll want to take care of them in the best possible way. You can’t just wipe down your designer Ralph Lauren glasses and have them still look identical in a year and a half. No, you’ll need to up your ‘home care’ procedures to include a few new tricks to keeping your eyeglasses perfect for much, much longer.

First, soak your eyeglasses overnight. The paint on the frames will protect the plastic or metal from rusting or peeling. If you soak them overnight, any grease or hard material stuck to the lenses can easily and without resistance, fall off. If you have tough stains, a bit of soap in the water should do the trick. You should only have to soak them once a month or so.

Second, blow dry the lenses and frames using either a hair dryer or a puff ball. Again, this step is only if you just soaked them or if there are large amounts of dust or sand on your lenses.

Third, wipe down the lenses with a lens cleaning cloth. If you purchased your eyeglasses through this site you should have received a free lens cleaning kit that contains the cloth you need.

Holding your glasses up to the light, check that everything looks clean and that there are no spots on your lenses. If not, you are done!

During the day, make sure not to touch the lenses or wipe them down with anything other than the appropriate lens cloth. Some fabrics are abrasive and leave microscopic damage to the lens or scratch off the coatings over time.

Dec

30

Paris Hilton Sunglasses Roundup

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Every once in a while we like to do something called the Paris Hilton Roundup. She spends a fortune on fashion, and nearly all of her eartly time primping, and as a result she has one of the largest wardrobes on the planet. Recently, Paris has been going retro and not all of her risky fashion ventures have panned out.

Her recent forey into MiuMiu, for example, was devistating as it resulted in her looking like a washed up has-been. Not a look someone who has very little to offer needs to portray. The Miu Miu MU 02IS shades she chose are decent options for her, but with her hair like this (image), pink make-up and overly white, fake coloring on the sunglasses results in making her look like a prostitute on Sunday. The only, very fragile, thing separating her from most rich heiresses is that she comes across as fashionable, and worthy of adoration simply because she knows how to pull on clothing and match up accessories.

She also recently decided to try out her luck wearing Chloe 2181 Tilia White sunglasses with and tan retro trip. With her hair done up like a 1970s TV star, she looked a bit like someone from a different era—not what we expect from Paris, whose ultra modern chic looks are somewhat contrived but at least expected.

Finally, she put on Louis Vuitton – Evidence edition sunglasses, red with super silver logo on center. She looked like a 1980s exercise instructor, complete with side pony tail and cheeky make-up prompting many to think that perhaps Paris has lost the one trait keeping her in the spotlight.

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