Tag archive: sunglasses

One would think that having a bottle opener on your keychain was enough, but lately we've seen bottle openers designed into all kinds of products, including jackets and now sunglasses. Brewsees Eyewear ($40) was created with the idea that the times when you need sunglasses and the times when you need a bottle opener are often one and the same. At first, we were a bit concerned with the idea simply because none of the sunglasses we own… Read More

When it comes to sunglasses, we've found that it's easiest and usually best to rely on classic, high-quality brands and styles. There are a few brands and shapes that have lasted the test of time (you know what they are), but the longer they're around, the more people end up wearing the exact same pair. In the last few years, smaller boutique brands have been popping up all over the place offering excellent quality and more… Read More

It all started with simple canvas shoes. When American Blake Mycoskie traveled to Argentina in 2006, he realized that the children he befriended in the country had no shoes to protect their feet. With his concern for the children as inspiration, Mycoskie created Toms, a line of simple canvas shoes that would go by the “One for One” philosophy, which meant that for every pair a consumer bought, a pair would go to a child somewhere who… Read More

Soon you may never have to worry about your sunglasses not matching your shirt again, because a University of Connecticut scientist just designed a way to produce films and displays that change color nearly instantly. Whereas the old style of transition lenses use photochromic films that react passively to changing light levels – and weren't too quick about it – chemistry professor Greg Sotzing's new design uses a sandwiched pair of… Read More

Now that Memorial Day weekend has passed, it's officially summer. The season for barbecues, swimming pools, vacations, beaches, and (hopefully) lots of sunshine, is upon us. Along with warmth and sun comes the need for a whole list of must-have summer items: Bug spray, sunscreen, swim trunks, flip flops, and perhaps most obviously, some shades. While we are all for picking up that $10 pair at your local Target when you're in a rush… Read More

Warby Parker, the brand famous for creating amazingly affordable, vintage-tinged eyewear, is launching a special sunglasses design exclusively for the organization Invisible Children. The company has a history of helping others, as they have already distributed over 30,000 pairs of prescription glasses to those in need with their “Buy One, Give One” program. The brand has yet to release any concrete details about the glasses or give… Read More

With Coachella getting underway today, it's officially the season for throngs of music fans to crowd onto fields and concert grounds for weekends of bands, booze, and camping. Music festivals are one of spring and summer's great joys, as long as you go with the right attitude and the necessary gear. Aside from your basic shorts, t-shirt, and tent, we've rounded up some of our favorite essentials that will help you get through… Read More

Retro-feeling sunglasses are pretty much the norm these days, but the classic wayfarer style can seem a little too ubiquitous sometimes. Yes, they make almost anyone look cool, but if everyone's wearing the same style then what's the point? For an upgrade to your basic black frames, Portland's Shwood brings you the same stylish retro shapes with handcrafted wood frames and high-quality lenses. The company has made a name for… Read More

Eyewear brand Oliver Peoples has released its new summer collection of vaguely retro sunglasses, and more than a couple of them will be on our wishlist when the summer sunshine eventually hits. The line offers both men's and women's styles that hint at retro and vintage styles, but keep things modern with sleek styling and modern twists. We particularly like the looks of the Bernardo ($310, above left) square-shaped aviator and the… Read More

After some speculation and previews in December, Oakley has finally released its Acid Series Frogskin sunglasses, and they are not for the faint of heart. The bright shades come in several different new colors in the “acid” transparent style. The collector's edition Acid Frogskins ($110) are limited in number and take after the Frogskins style originated by the brand in the early 80s. If you're into the bright and bold… Read More

Brooklyn's Activist Eyewear values quality over quantity when it comes to their precisely-designed sunglasses. On the surface, the Activist Eyewear 10.1 sunglasses ($450) may look like just another classic Wayfarer imitation style, but the shape is the only thing common about these shades. In honor of the company's hometown zip code and in keeping with the idea of quality and exclusivity over quantity, each colorway of the 10.1… Read More

Eyewear company Warby Parker has just introduced 14 new styles to its catalogue of extra-affordable classic frames. For 2011, the company's aim was to stay true to their vintage aesthetic, but go with bolder shapes and intriguing colors to add a modern twist. The frames in the new collection ($95), most of which are available for both men and women, come in a variety of colors and include anti-reflective prescription lenses. The company… Read More

A massive crowd swarmed around the Polaroid booth at around 3:30 pm this afternoon on the CES show floor. A giant projection screen stood behind a small white stage reading “Grey Revealed” and counting down the minutes until Lady Gaga arrived, or so was the rumor. Eventually the crowd's anticipation was gratified when Chairman Bobby Sager asked Lady Gaga herself to the stage. The pop star is the brand's new Creative… Read More

Introduced last month, Tod's first foray into eyewear shares the same luxurious aesthetic found in their shoes and accessories. The initial collection is skewed towards classic aviator styles that utilize acetates, leather wrapped frames, and gradient lenses. Link

Ray-Ban's Craft Collection takes a few of their trademark aviator styles and accents them with handstitched leather. The collection includes the Caravan, Wings, and Outdoorsman all of which feature a browbar and temple tip detail in a variety of leather colorway options. Link