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Jan
20
The Benefits of Temple Bars on Reading Glasses
Filed Under Fun with Eyewear, Eyewear Knowledge, Designer Eyeglasses | Leave a Comment
In the U.S.A, three out of ten people require the aid of glasses to see properly. One of the hardest things the vision impaired have to deal with at first is ignoring the frames when they are looking at anything through new glasses. It can get very distracting and for a while, hurt your eyes. The benefit of thick temple bars is that they can block out a lot of the background in your peripheral so you can focus on reading or other tasks close up. Nothing is worse than trying to concentrate on something but having a blur of activity in your peripheral vision. Thick temple bars help limit the annoyance.
The best brand for wide temple bars is Oxydo. Their selection is widely based on the idea that the larger the temple piece, the more the wearer can focus on tasks at hand. Not only are there a plethora of benefits, they are also in style. In addition to blocking out peripheral blur and decreasing nocturnal glare, they offer a swanky and sensual executive appearance.
These glasses have been flaunted by some of Hollywood’s most creative and original names, like Drew Carry, Mel Brooks, Bono, and more recently, Scarlet Johansson. These celebrities have the right idea. They have turned this practical and useful feature into a popular fashion accessory. Not only is it the best new style for early 2009, but it is sure to spread quickly. No longer are thick-framed glasses for the dorky nerds, now even Hollywood’s hottest A –list crowd have donned these special frames to appear stylish, intelligent and on the cutting edge of eyewear design and technology.
Jan
14
Large Plastic vs. Small Metal Frames
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There are two types of sunglasses frames, plastic and metal. Both have different benefits and appeals. Metal frames are more practical for everyday activities such as sports and hobbies and are more durable than plastic. Metal can handle more stress and can be shaped into more intricate designs. It has a more distinctive look of professionalism.
Athletes prefer brands like Oakley, for their durability and performance. The smaller metal frames are better for sports as they are tighter and fit closer to the head. The metal provides enough weight to stay in place without being an obstruction. Metal frames are sleeker; the ear and nose pieces hold the glasses on to the head, while large plastic ones put more pressure on the nose.
Plastic frames are the fashion more commonly worn in Hollywood. Celebrities like the lightweight and more flamboyant sunglasses to accentuate their personalities. The newest fashion right now is oversized glasses like D&G, Fendi and others, with actresses such as Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore. Whether it’s blocking the harmful UV rays or paparazzi camera flashes, large sunglasses are necessary for celebrities to keep their status and individuality.
The frames, styles, and sizes of sunglasses all say a lot about the wearer; what they do, what they are like, and how they see themselves. Additionally, ones profession has a lot to do with their sunglasses choice; a company CEO will wear different sunglasses than a Californian model. It’s all about the statement being made. If you want a more care-free look, than the plastic large frames are for you, while the smaller metal ones are more for the hard working business types.
Jan
8
High School Musical Fashion
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The High School Musical movies were a big hit in the U.S.A, especially among teens and preteens. It portrays the classic struggles of high school drama and early relationships. The main star in the movies is Zac Efron, a 21 years old actor whose career was jump started with his leading role in these films. Zac Efron, whose character as jock Troy Bolton is in stark contrast to his real world appearance as a pianist, baseball collector and artist who sports the innovative and geeky Persol 714 sunglasses with folding frames. Despite his geeky persona, Efron was ranked 24th on Interview Hollywood’s list of “Stars of Tomorrow,” proving that his fame has only recently begun to blossom. Other celebrities wearing Persol sunglasses include the ever stylish Elle McPherson. You may also recognize them from the original Thomas Crown Affair film starring the ever-popular cult hit actor Steve McQueen, whose starring role as a sophisticated thief was enhanced with these technologically advanced frames that added mystique and charm.
Persol glasses offer 100% UV protection for your eyes, ability to use prescriptions in the lenses, and they can also come with polarization. They come in five different colors, each one individually unique. The biggest appeal of the Persol sunglasses is the ability to fold up and fit in the owner’s pocket, saving room and adding a touch of geeky flare. From Zac Efron, a star of tomorrow, to Steve McQueen, a giant of yesteryear, the Persol 714s have stood the test of time.
Jan
4
The Cooler Side of Ray Bans
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When one pictures the famous pop artist Andy Warhol, one inevitably imagines the artist in his iconic Ray Ban Wayfarers. The artist was best known for his painting of a can of Campbell’s soup, the LOVE letters and square images of little known actress replicated in inverse colors. In his earlier years, Andy Warhol was often sick and bed-ridden, which led to the persona of the outcast and eccentric artist. His paintings mirrored popular culture of the time, though in a way that was both fresh and surprisingly common place and relatable. Andy Warhol also had a few ‘superstars’ whose careers he effectively launched through his pop art and short films. Warhol gained increasing fame with his art until 1968, when he was shot by a grudging actress that appeared in his short films.
Ray Ban wayfarers have been one of the best selling sunglasses since 1952, especially in Hollywood, with over 60 movie appearances a year in the fifties. Celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Audrey Hepburn, Michael Jackson, and even John F. Kennedy wore them and many others also sported the stylish plastic frames. Wayfarers were specially designed for pilots initially, but like the Aviators, they soon became a popular laymen’s fashion. Actresses were the first to really appreciate the large lenses and thick ear pieces. Since their first boom, Ray Ban Wayfarers have fallen in and out of popularity, and now the fad is back in style. They have been redesigned and remodeled over the years so variations on the original simple design come out yearly and at varying prices.