Nov

27

Top Five Christmas Gift Ideas

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With Thanksgiving right around the corner and Halloween costumes firmly repacked in the basement, Christmas decorations will be appearing in stores across America to remind us that the holiday are still upon us. So, with the pressure mounting, what gifts will you give this year?

The recession seems to be ebbing, which is a comfort to many during the holidays. Yet it is wise to give sensible and helpful gifts this year as people will be short on cash and more happy about useful and practical gifts than bells and whistles. Here are the top 5 practical gifts for Christmas 2009:

Sunglasses: everyone needs them yet very few will spring for designer sunglasses that really suit their look and lifestyle. A nice pair of Dior sunglasses for a lady or Police sunglasses for men will really be the gift that keeps on giving all year long.

Makeover: what better way to start the new year than with a full makeover that you can continue to utilize throughout 2010? Giving the gift of a fashion makeover tells your loved one that you care about how they are perceived by the world.

Purse: A handbag, purse or briefcase is an item everyone needs and can be used throughout the year for business and pleasure. Designer bags are all the rage and will stay in style long after other trends subside.

Gym membership: while many people book membership in December only to skip out in January, the gift of membership is thoughtful and could encourage your loved one to consider their health in the new year.

Car accessories: often overlooked, Americans spend hundreds of hours a year in their car, anything to make the driving experience more pleasurable is a welcomed gift.

Nov

24

Why the Fashion Industry Loves Contact Lenses

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Naturally, eyewear fashion has come a long way since the days of the birth control frames so common in your parent’s generation of Ray Ban Wayfarers, cool as those were. But there is something about a face unhindered by metal and glass that seems pure and beautiful and natural that is as irresistible as ice cream on a summer day.

Contact lenses, which were invented more than 100 years ago but perfected only within the last 15, are a gift to anyone who enjoys the timeless natural beauty of an unadulterated face. The fashion industry, though responsible for designing some of the most interesting and creative frames, often shies away from putting bespectacled women in their runway shows. Hence, the fashion world loves their contacts!

For the latest in eyewear fashion, nobody knows better that will be hot than Hollywood. Yet, it is precisely this clique that shies away from plastering their stars in the latest designer brands. Part of this could be that they don’t want to receive funding for product placements in their films, or it could be because they do not want to cover a recognizable money-making star’s face with something that could partially hide their identity. Regardless, the film industry is hesitant to put stars like Natalie Portman and Hugh Jackman behind their shades for any length of time in a film. Instead, the stars wear designer contacts, like those by Acucuve, to keep the star’s natural look.

Nov

18

Is it Safe to Buy Contact Lenses Online?

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Acucuve contacts are, without a doubt, some of the best in the contact industry, and are available online. With contact lenses on sale across the internet, many are wonder if it is safe to buy contacts online. Here is the basic lowdown on that question, and how to buy safely online.

If you are buying from a reputable distributor  that focuses on designer and high-end eyewear, sunglasses and contacts than you can rest assured that the company is only buying and selling high-quality contact lenses. Likewise, this company will have a reputation to live up to, and social and financial responsibilities for their merchandise. A company that focuses entirely on contact lenses is a smart choice, but it is hard to gage the company’s overall performance without being able to see how they perform in the sunglasses and eyeglasses arenas as well. Therefore, it is wise to look at a company that focuses on eyewear in general rather than specifically on contacts, or on all fashion accessories.

us1118.jpgWhen buying contacts online keep in mind that you will need your prescription handy. You should have your eyes checked and your prescription updated before even starting your online search for contacts. There are many affordable ways to get your eyes checked in the US. Many in-store optometrists give low cost eye exams hoping to make their money on selling overpriced frames or lenses. You can get the eye exam and then buy online to save big bucks.

Finally, when buying contacts online, make sure you fully understand what will be delivered with your contacts. You will need a case for carrying your left and right contacts separately and contact solution. You will also need to understand if you are ordering reusable or throw-away contacts, and read the instructions carefully on how long to wear each set before disposing of them. Any eyewear distributor should be able to provide information on basic eyewear hygiene as well as be able to answer any questions you have about their products.

Nov

13

The Best Eyewear to Complement Dark Skin

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For dark skinned beauties, fashion can be difficult. Most models are pale, and wear unoriginal (Versace!) clothing, and fashion favors thin, and light-skinned men and women. For those with darker skin, finding designs and colors to match your skin and hair tones can be more daunting, but not impossible. Here are a few tips for accessorizing this fall.

Intricate is in! Gold and silver tones look especially fetching against dark skin, and stand out more than on paler men and women. Sunglasses rimmed in gold naturally look better against darker skin. One way to capitalize on the gold and silver look is to check out intricate designs, like those of Dior and Alexander McQueen. You’ll love the way these classy and flashy designs draw just the right amount of attention without being gaudy.

Darker skin is complemented by warmer colors, just as lighter skin is complemented by cool colors. Swath yourself in oranges, pinks, maroons and yellows for a lively and exciting look. Pulling in designs from your ethnic heritage is not only attractive, but creates interest in your wardrobe. For eyewear to match brighter clothing, check out designs by MiuMiu and Police, or for a more relaxed vibe Ray Bans are a great way to stay in style, get a touch of gold in your wardrobe, and look relaxed.

Finally, bigger is better this season. Check out larger eyewear, like the Jackie O designs popular from Ralph Lauren and Prada. You’ll love the way they make any outfit look classy. Instead of spending big on designer clothes, save some money and spend on accessories like shoes, purses and glasses, all of which enhance your wardrobe more than newer clothes.

Nov

11

Children’s Self-Esteem and Fashion

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For the youth of today, fashion is more important than athletic skill or intellectual prowess. Fashion makes a kid’s identity either cool or un-cool, important titles for children who are developing their personality and finding their way in the world. Disagree as you might, your child’s image now is as important as his or her image when job hunting years from now as an adult.

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So, how can you help set your child up to be “cool” without being obvious or over-protective? Here are a few ideas:

Designer eyewear – While this may seem a bit over the top for a child, wearing glasses can be very difficult for a child because it is an easy target other children will use to mock the child. While spending a bundle on glasses seems silly to any parent who knows children’s eyewear prescriptions might change yearly, think of the glasses as an investment in your child’s health and in his or her popularity. You can always keep the frames when upgrading the lenses down the road.

Designer shoes- Believe it or not, shoes are as important in your youth as they are as an adult. Comfort is important, but style also matters. When Air Jordans came out in the 1990s, it was all important everyone have a pair to fit in. Gym class was hell until I acquired the much coveted Air Jordans.

Classy hair – Your child’s haircut is more important than just keeping the hair out of their eyes. Take a quick look at a few kid’s TV shows before you take your child to the barber. What is Hannah Montana doing these days? How about flipping through Niklalodean to see what the kids have as their styles. There is no need to copy directly, but if no one else has a bowel cut, perhaps consider your child’s ego if you were to cut his or her hair in such an outdated fashion.

Parenting is an art, hopefully these few tips help make your child’s life a bit easier at school this season.

Nov

6

Five Steps to Creating a Celebrity Image

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us1106.JPG So you want to be a star—who doesn’t! Here are the top five steps to creating a celebrity image for yourself that is memorable, unique and celebrity worthy. If you want to be on top, go designer — Prada style—and go bold in everything you do!

Step 1 – Exude confidence. You hardly ever see a Hollywood star looking depressed or downtrodden. Even in their worst trials and tribulations they appear to face everything with confidence (Jen Anniston!). Whether you are feeling confident or not, put your chin in the air and walk with a perky strut.

Step 2 – Don’t follow the trends, set them. Be the person in your clique that others look to for fashion tips. Even men in Hollywood are endorsing designer brands; look at Antonio Bandaras and George Clooney, who both model for Police Eyewear. Know what is in style and always go designer for a sure bet.

Step 3 – Accessorize! Flip through any celebrity magazine and you’ll notice that stars of both sexes are accessorizing with name brand products while wearing vintage or unique clothing. Save money by purchasing no-name clothes and accessorizing with designer purses, eyewear, shoes and jewelry.

Step 4 – Be your own stunt man. In Hollywood, it is who you know. Make sure people know you by putting yourself out in front of the crowd, not in it. Be outrageous! Jump in the water fountain, flash your goods, and keep your name on the lips of everyone around you. Remember, even bad publicity is still publicity!

Step 5 – Find your “thing.” Every celebrity has their specific thing, something they are known for. Determine what you want to be known for and go after catering to that image. For example, if you are into music, make it your thing by wearing music T-shirts all the time and pimping out your ride with music décor. Make it your thing, undeniably.

Nov

3

Winter’s Best Eyewear

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us1103.JPGWith the winter season soon approaching, it is time to start thinking about winter fashion, and practical cold-weather needs. While many leave their Oakleys behind in the winter cool, this season remember that cold weather does not mean less dangerous rays!

For winter casual eyewear, we recommend Ray Ban Aviators, which are lightweight and cover a broad area of the face. Larger eyewear is usually in style in the winter, and Ray Bans are a sure way to stay fashionable while protecting your eyes from the winter sun.

For women who want to stay fashionable this winter, remember that fashion is important, but comfort reigns supreme! Plastic frames are naturally better for winter because they do not retain the cold the way metal frames do. Similarly, metal frames are more fragile in the cold than plastic, and the hinges may become stiff as a result. You’ll want to buy lightweight plastic frames for the winter, designs by Prada and Gucci generally do the trick nicely.

For biking or other outdoor activities, Oakley and Nike continue to make some of the best product available for casual sporting and weekend warriors as well as full-fledged professionals. You won’t be disappointed with Oakley’s much-strutted Jawbone model, which Lance Armstrong found fit to endorse for bikers everywhere.

For more serious winter sporting like skiing, snowboarding and other snowy activities, Oakley and Nike make goggles that are anti-fogging, anti-streaking, anti-scratch and water resistant. You’ll love the difference going designer with goggles makes to your athletic performance. Every skier knows fogged up goggles is worse than skiing in a snow storm.