Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for January 2012
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Fore-Sight - Pro golfer Fred Couples hits the links in Kaenon Polarized Klay. |
| Mystery Solved - We cracked the style case on "Bones" star David Boreanaz who wears Tommy Bahama Optical model TB6010 from Altair Eyewear. |  |
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Classically Chic - Award-winning actress Cloris Leachman gets dolled up in Kate Spade Allie sunglasses from Sàfilo USA. Photograph © Todd Oren/Wire Image. |
| Art Star - Fashion photographer Terry Richardson expresses his signature style while attending his gallery opening in New York wearing custom aviator model Terry LE from Moscot Eyewear. |  |
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Quarterback Cues - Living up to his Saints player status, Drew Brees helped drum up efforts to rebuild New Orleans post-Katrina, and the charitable footballer sports Nike Vintage 77 from Marchon Eyewear. |
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Eye Stroll - Actress Katherine Heigl was spotted out and about in Los Angeles wearing David Yurman DY055 sunglasses from Legacie Eyewear/A Luxury Division of B. Robinson Optical. Photograph © Wire Image. |
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High Tech - Apple CEO Tim Cook starts the year off in fully rimless style wearing Gold and Wood model R06-16-CM35. |
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Pop-Tart - Candy-lipped singer Katy Perry wears Carrera CA1BS in her latest video “The One That Got Away” from Sàfilo USA. Photograph © Christian Dowling. |
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Sporting Style - Actress Kathleen Robertson can be spotted on-screen starring alongside Kelsey Grammer in the Starz original series "Boss" and spotted offscreen sporting sunwear style SSASH01 Ashley from Wiley X. |
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Act Up - "J. Edgar" star Armie Hammer wears Michael Kors Collection sunglass style MKS203M from Marchon Eyewear. |
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Reprinted Courtesy 20/20 magazine
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Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for December 2011
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Rimless Fame - Mario Lopez reported live from the red carpet at the 2011 Emmy Awards wearing Silhouette sun style Class Sun 8647 from Silhouette Optical . |
| Reality Check - Khloe Kardashian hones her star power with an outspoken Michael Kors sunglass style Darrington from Marchon Eyewear . |  |
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Airport Style - Tennis champ Anna Kournikova struts plane side in Carrera sunglass model Champion from Sàfilo USA. © SGP. |
| Framed Attention - Mel Gibson keeps it sleek and modern on the red carpet while wearing Prada Linea Rossa sun style PS 56MS from Luxottica .
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Dashing Devil - Actor Michael Fassbender wears Giorgio Armani sunglasses, model GA 834/S from Sàfilo USA .
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Cult Classic - The iconic Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr strikes a solid stance in his limited edition Ray-Ban sunglass style RB 3493 from Luxottica .
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Touchdown in Style - Minnesota Viking Adrian Peterson is in it to win it with the Nike Vintage 87 from Marchon Eyewear .
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Eye Sing - Jazz crooner Harry Connick, Jr. signs autographs while wearing Kaenon Polarized Spindle S3 sunglasses.
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Funny Bone - “Modern Family” actress Ariel Winter shields the sun in a classic Michael Kors aviator style M2047S from Marchon Eyewear .
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Reprinted Courtesy 20/20 magazine
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Steve Jobs Eyeglasses…Or Should That be iGlasses?
So you’ve been inspired by the late Steve Jobs to change the world in breathtaking technological ways that will forever shape and influence the course of humanity? Great! But before you start tinkering away in your garage on the next big hi-tech wonder gadget; let’s make sure you look the part.
Steve Jobs was not only known for spinning out a string of creative gadgetry and businesses, but also for being quite a snappy dresser, if by snappy you mean predictable. By wearing the same thing every day, Jobs was able to ensure that none of his brain cells were wasted on answering questions like “Do these cuff links match this belt?” but were all focused on answering questions like “How can I make a telephone play Scrabble?”
Jobs will be forever remembered as the mega genius in jeans and a black shirt, but there is another part of his daily wardrobe that shouldn’t be overlooked: his eyeglasses!
Steve Jobs’ iconic rimless eyeglasses with round frames were the perfect complement to his personal style. They blended in so effortlessly with his appearance that you probably didn’t even know he wore glasses at all until you read this. Well guess what…he did! And you can too!
With the Savile Row Round Diaflex Rimless Eyeglasses from FramesDirect.com you can grace your face with the elegant brilliance of the Apple mastermind and be well on your way to inventing the next big world-changing innovation.
While Jobs’ eyeglasses were a custom made design, these classy Savile Row frames are nearly identical. They are made by hand in London, England and you can get them with single vision or progressive prescriptions. Added bonus: these were also worn by Eric Clapton!
With these frames you’ll be well on your way to changing humanity for the better with fantastic, computerized gadgets. I would recommend staying away from the smartphone market, though. That one is pretty well covered. What other unassuming device could you turn into a technological wonder that people would wait in line for all night? How about a toaster that’s also a universal remote!
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How to Choose Men’s Eyeglasses Frames for Image
Your face is the most recognizable part of your body, one that people identify you by. For this reason, your men’s eyeglasses need to reflect who you are and what image you want to portray. If you want to appear sophisticated, your glasses need to reflect this. Those who are conservative won’t want to wear flashy eyewear as your choice of glasses helps to determine how you are perceived. Make sure the pair you decide to buy says what you you want it to say. This is especially true if you only own one pair of glasses for use every day.
When choosing a pair of frames for your men’s eyeglasses, you need to first consider your lifestyle and personality. What will you be using your glasses for? Do you participate in sports or will they be used for close-up work? This will be a factor in the glasses you should ultimately decide on. Determine also if you should purchase more than one pair. You don’t wear the same pair of shoes every day, so why would you use the same eyewear. Often, it is best to have different pairs for difference activities and occasions. With each pair, take color, style, size, and material in consideration.
While at work, you most likely need to portray a serious image. This helps colleagues and clients have confidence in your abilities. When choosing men’s eyeglasses to be used at work, consider classic shapes and traditional colors. Plastic frames often tend to have unusual shapes and bright colors. It is best to avoid those for normal working hours. Stainless steel and titanium remain good choices along with three-piece mountings and rimless styles. Choose colors such as brown, gunmetal, silver or black as they are conservative and easy to mix and match with business suits. Tortoise shell frames are also appropriate for the workplace.
If you work in a company that emphasizes creativity and fashion savvy, you have more leeway when it comes to men’s eyeglasses. Here you can wear geometric designs or large plastic frames and fit right in. The same is true of metal frames in creative designs. Many choose to go with over-sized glasses in colors such as purple, green or blue. Multi-colored laminates are also popular as well as animal prints and flower patterns. If you want to really stand out in your job, consider eyeglasses with laser details and/or finishes. Retro and vintage glasses are also pleasing to the eye.
Even if you are retired or no longer have the need to work, you don’t have to go with grandpa glasses. The giant metal frames of the past need to be thrown away for good. Upswept rectangles are a great choice in men’s eyeglasses as they make you look younger. The same is true of colors such as deep browns, burgundy and gunmetal. For those who are younger, such as college students, your options are unlimited. Almost anything goes. Choose bright colors, large frames, color lamination and unusual shapes. Now is the time to determine who you are and your glasses should reflect this.
Dads are often busy. Between work, hobbies and activities for the children, you may be constantly on the go. If this is the case, basic men’s eyeglasses are probably your best choice. This doesn’t have to mean they are dowdy though. Choose ovals or upswept rectangles to keep you looking and feeling young. If you like to show off your fashion sense, choose a pair which sports a designer logo. Interesting colors can dress up the most basic of glasses, so be sure to consider all options here.
Even if you are not a dad, your life is probably still hectic. In most cases, your work glasses are not appropriate for personal time. You want something that is comfortable and can keep up with you no matter what you are doing. Be sure to consider purchasing a second pair for those times when you are away from the office.
Don’t limit yourself to just one style. Your personality is not one-dimensional and your glasses shouldn’t be either. With so many options to choose from, you will most likely want to pick up more than one pair. Men’s eyeglasses are just as important as the clothes you wear so be sure to update your look on a regular basis. Your whole style may change as a result.
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New: Tommy Hilfiger Eyeglasses and Sunglasses
FramesDirect.com is pleased to announce the addition of the Tommy Hilfiger Eyeglasses and Tommy Hilfiger Sunglasses collections to the site’s catalog.
Tommy Hilfiger is a widely known, widely worn brand. They have a luxury sport direction, and their styles showcase these sensibilities. Now a part of Safilo Group, Tommy Hilfiger has moved to a more stylish look with a medium price point.
Tommy Hilfiger Eyeglass Collection is populated with a great many vintage-like black plastic frames, but it does have some more conservative metal rectangles and rimless frames for a less bold look. It is a largely unisex or male collection, with only a few women only frames.
The Tommy Hilfiger Sunglass Collection is pretty unanimously appealing, all major frame styles are here, shield, rectangles, aviators, oversized women’s frames. Anything a consumer would want will generally be found within this collection.
Below we see a few selected eyeglasses and sunglasses to give you a feel for the collection and the direction Tommy Hilfiger has now taken.
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| MEN’S / UNISEX EYEGLASSES | |
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| Tommy Hilfiger 1031 Eyeglasses | Tommy Hilfiger 1053 Eyeglasses |
| Comes in Black Ruthenium (shown), Blue Ruthenium, & Dark Havana/ Gold | Comes in Black Palladium (shown) & Dark Havana Gold |
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| Tommy Hilfiger 1058/U Eyeglasses | Tommy Hilfiger 1046 Eyeglasses |
| Comes in Dark Brown, Matte Black (shown), Matte Lilac, & Semi Matte Gold | Comes in Blue Green (shown), Brown White Horn, Burgundy Pink & Havana Pink |
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| Tommy Hilfiger 1003/S Sunglasses | Tommy Hilfiger 1012/N/S Sunglasses |
| Comes in Black Smoke Polarized, Brown Havana (shown), & Dark Olive Brown | Comes in Black Grey Shaded, Red White Blue (Shown), Dark Havana Brown, & Khaki Blue |
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| Tommy Hilfiger 1011/N/S Sunglasses | Tommy Hilfiger 1001/S Sunglasses |
| Comes in Black Shaded, Dark Havana (shown), Red White Shaded, & White Blue Red | Comes in Beige Gold, Black (shown), Dark Havana, & White |
Stay tuned in the upcoming weeks for additional eyeglasses and sunglasses brands to be added to FramesDirect.com.
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Women’s Eyeglasses – A Basic Overview
Eyeglasses have been around for centuries, but are making a comeback with many. Even those who wear contacts or have undergone vision correction surgery may find a pair of prescription women’s eyeglasses they just must have. Designers are continuously coming up with new styles that make glasses a fashion accessory rather than a vision correction device. If you find that you want or need to wear glasses, there are many types to choose from. Choosing eyeglasses that are right for you can be difficult as there are so many types available. Here is what you should consider when choosing your next pair to purchase.
When selecting prescription eyeglasses frames for women, factors to consider include style, frame material/shape, lens type, coatings and face shape.
The construction of the frame should also be considered. Some are snapped together while others have screws and other attachments. If you like to vary your look, the second option is better as you can “mix and match” temples while keeping the same lenses. Many frames are now made of a flexible material which is helpful if you tend to break glasses. The same is true of frames made with spring hinges. Anyone who has children knows how little ones are fascinated by glasses. These advancements make it less likely that their curiosity will cost a great deal of money. Other advances include silicone nose pads and the like.
As women’s eyeglasses increase in popularity, many choose to have a different set for each day of the week or each outfit. Some choose composite materials, enhancements, designer emblems or multi-colored inlays. Others prefer rimless styles as they are less noticeable. This type of frame consists of nothing more than metal or plastic temples directly attached to lenses. As styles and trends change, manufacturers are constantly coming up with new innovations. Bamboo and wood styles are becoming more common. Choose from such great designs as cat-eye shapes or cutouts with geometric designs and patterns.
Women’s eyeglasses are also seeing many advances in lenses. Coke bottle lenses are a thing of the past, even for those with a strong prescription. Thinner, lighter lenses are possible thanks to high-index materials. This plastic refracts light and enable you to focus better without the need for thick lenses. Light travels through the eye and affects vision. Wavefront technology lenses are manufactured using precise measurements of your eye and the way light travels through it. Visual clarity is sharpened as a result. Aspheric lenses correct small distortions in vision and yet are smaller and thinner than those of the past.
Other choices in lenses for women’s eyeglasses include photochromic lenses, polycarbonate lenses and polarized lenses. Photochromic lenses are coated with a chemical or are made to allow for internal changes. This allows them to darken when exposed to bright light and return to normal when the light dims. Polycarbonate lenses are very lightweight and thin and are perfect for safety glasses, active adults and sports eye wear. This is due to the fact that they are ten times more impact resistant than standard lenses. Polarized lenses reduce the glare produced by water or other flat, reflective surfaces. Eye fatigue is reduced as a result. Coatings are also available including anti-fog and UV blocking as well as scratch resistant and anti-reflective treatments.
When choosing a new pair of eyeglasses, many things need to be taken into consideration. Lifestyle and personal taste are just two that many consider important. Face shape and coloring are key as they can determine if your glasses are flattering or detract from your overall appearance. Your prescription is also significant. Certain frames won’t work with specific types of lenses. Your optician can help you determine this. Be sure that you try a number of pairs until you find one that you love and can’t live without. You may even want to pick up two or three.
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