Sunglasses are one of the most overlooked accessories in many men's wardrobes due to the fact that they are commonly regarded as a utility piece, with little consideration being given to the style and comfort that a designer brand can bring to the table. Nothing can ruin a sharp summer outfit in a hurry faster than a terribly awkward piece of eyewear failing to bring the rest of the look together, so a few seasonal suggestions have the potential to go a long way!
Cool, Creative, Yet Somewhat Conservative
Tom Ford is an up and coming name in the high fashion industry and for good reason – combining extremely high quality materials with a very independent yet mature style has worked well for the design team at Tom Ford and their reputation is going nowhere but upward. Some of the standout stylings being offered from Tom Ford this season are the "James Bond" model in silver blue, a sleek and suave piece with a steely look and a beautiful deep sea blue lens – another particular contender for purchase being the "Christopher" variety, a very conservative soft black frame and smoky lens that would work very well with a formal outfit, something Tom Ford excels in providing.
Burberry and Versace are always prominent designer labels when discussing more conservative or traditional men's eyewear during the summer seasons. This year has seen a return to seventies-styling for both of these labels in many ways, with brown or mocha gradient lenses and in some cases even offered in gold or brass coloured frames. These particular shades are very popular amongst men young and old and fit extremely well with smart casual wardrobes including polo shirts, khakis, chinos, and tinted denim.
Artistic, Edgy, Fashion Forward Frames and Lenses
Christian Dior has a reputation for producing some absolutely fantastic styles – whether the subject in question be eyewear, neckwear, or any other facet of men's fashion, casual and formal. Particularly strong this season in the sunglasses collection, Dior offers some wonderful colours and some very prominent frames that paint a great deal of contrast while still retaining a cool, professional air. Of exceptional note are the "Black Tie" series of eyewear, model 65/S – a thick rimmed pair of sunglasses with a beautiful purple colouration in the lens that is offered in frames ranging from black to Havana brown.
Ed Hardy is another name that can hardly go without mention in any discussion of up-and-coming, fashion-forward designer eyewear. Produced primarily in unisex styling, Ed Hardy is well known for their distinctive artistic flair, inspired greatly by urban graffiti and flowing artwork that is presented without reservation in their product. With regard to the current collection, both "Japan Tattoo" featuring a skull as well as "Battle Tattoo" depicting an eagle locked in combat with a viper are both excellent choices for men out there with a little bit of attitude or a more aggressive fashion sense.
Regardless of what your personal preference might be when it comes to designer eyewear, there is certainly no shortage of quality sunglasses to be had at an extremely affordable price. When purchasing online, be certain that the product you are buying is genuine and not a knock-off and be prepared to do a great deal of research before purchasing. Protecting your eyes is very important, but doing it with style and panache is a great deal harder, so choose wisely and be confident in one of the most personal accessories a gentleman can add to their summer wardrobe.
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Nicholas Morine - Nicholas Morine Bachelor of Arts, English Language & Literature Master of Philosophy, Humanities (Candidate) Memorial University ...
