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Trendspark: Round Sunglasses

There’s something about these absurd cartoon-John Lennon-Doctor Octopus sunglasses that I love.  You definitely need the right face shape and size to pull these off.  I must have them before Mary-Kate gets her pupils on them and continues her monopoly on the round sunglass market.

Vintage black 80’s shades (top) available from Nasty Gal.

Collab-Ho: Chronicles of Never & Graz Mulcahy

Chronicles of Never’s Gareth Moody has joined forces with sunglasses maverick Graz Mulcahy to design a line of stylish shades. And, from the look of things, the debut collection is set to be a hot commodity for the sunny days of summer.

Under the label Graz, the spring/summer ‘08-’09 collection (autumn/winter for us in the Northern Hemisphere) is a perfect mix of Moody’s signature androgynous looks and Mulcahy’s refined eyewear aesthetic. Each unisex style comes in black or tortoise shell, and is handcrafted from acetate to resist any inevitable wear and tear. The lenses are scratch resistant and the frames boast oversized hinges to ensure that the pieces last as long as their timeless appearance. Plus, with three shapes to choose from, these sunglasses are sure to look good on everyone.

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A Shaded View of Fashion

David Yurman

Tom Ford

Now let’s not get off on the wrong foot. I love sunglasses, nothing better than picking out the perfect pair of shades to complete an outfit that’s going to tear up the streets; however, the amount of designers manufacturing sunglasses nowadays has been getting absolutely insane. I mean come on, I don’t even know if there is enough room for all of them! The shades keep piling in, stores are stocking up, and designers simply can’t get enough of their unstoppable “creativity”. I understand that if you see someone else with bills flying through their fingertips you’re going to want a piece of that success, but let’s think of some alternate ways keep the cash flowing in. Designers need to stop producing eyewear just for the hell of it.

Giorgio Armani

Roberto Cavalli

Thakoon and Jeremy Scott? Really? Everyone please stop allowing them to think this is okay! We’re going to get to a point where designing sunglasses is a leisure activity. Their loosing their edge, their unpredictability and ultimately, the desire they use to attract their consumers. The amount of shades are making them too accessible and completely boring. Sorry to report the newsflash designers, but not everyone’s got the skill to craft shades; please, leave it to the professionals.

Thakoon

Jeremy Scott

I’m On it: Bernhard Willhelm & Linda Farrow’s Sunglasses

Since I just wrote an article on how much I hate nerdy glasses, I figured I would find a cool pair and push them as a trend for the masses. So, hope you guys like these, cuz I think they are pretty cool. And also, I got a lot of hate mail for my review of Bernhard’s latest collection, so I’m repenting and giving him some love.

The Danger Zone….

Aviators are the shades that never go out of style…

Ray-Ban Outdoorsmen Aviators FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Ray-Ban puts a posh spin on a classic style. Aviator sunglasses with wire frame and padded bar at bridge. Flexible, curved temple tips. 100% UV protection. Cleaning cloth and case included. Made in Italy. - Gold

Get The Look: Liv Tyler’s Casual Sunday Look

Spotted this photo of Liv Tyler looking effortlessly stylish. Here is how you Inder’s at home can get this same casual look in just four easy pieces. 

The Dress:

Vince Funnel Elastic Scoop Dress  FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Vince puts a feminine spin on minimalism. Slinky jersey dress with smocked banding at bust and back. Short sleeves. Lined. 36″ long, measured from shoulder. 76% acetate/18% polyamide/6% elastane. Dry clean or hand wash cold. Imported. - Coastal

The Glasses:

Dita Targa Aviators  FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Dita brings a certain glamour to the classic aviator. Contour aviator sunglasses with plastic frame and metal temples. Gradient lenses. Metal logo detail at top. Storage pouch and case included. Imported. This item cannot be shipped outside the U.S.A. - Black

The Bag:

L.A.M.B Handbags Kathy Bag  FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Street cool meets uptown sophistication in classic L.A.M.B. fashion. Canvas-jacquard handbag with leather trim and contrast piping throughout. Logo lock detail and magnetic-snap closure at front flap. Leather patch at chain strap. Print-lined interior features 7″ zipper pocket. 8″H x 10″L x 2″D. 8″ strap drop. Imported. - Black/Natural

The Shoes:

KORS Michael Kors Merge Thong Sandal  FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. The classic flip-flop gets all glammed up. Metallic-leather thong sandal with 7-strand straps and ring detail at vamp. Leather-lined, flexible foam footbed. Rubber sole. Made in Brazil. This item cannot be gift-boxed. - Gunmetal