Aekae SIRE Sunglasses
Design studio Aekae, based in London and Zurich, have released a collection of glasses hand-crafted from natural water buffalo horns. The eyewear range, entitled SIRE, consists of three pairs of correctional frames and three pairs of sunglasses, with each piece made from several thin layers of horn. In a collaboration with eyewear manufacturers Swisshorn Eyewear, Aekae’s exquisite SIRE glasses are currently being displayed at the SILMO Eyewear and Optics Exhibition in Paris.
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Ray-Ban 2009 Summer Collection
For over 70 years, Ray-Ban has been providing the masses with classics like the Aviator, Wayfarer, Outdoorsman, Clubmaster and the Jackie Ohh. The eyewear company adds a new twist to these originals in their 2009 summer collection, while still remaining as classic as when General Douglas MacArthur landed on the beaches of the Philippines in World War II donning a pair of Aviators. By moving away from the conventional and infusing them with bolder colors, Ray-Ban adds a fresh update to their iconic frames.
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Needles Vincent Glasses
Put aside the Ray-Ban’s for now and try something a bit different. These new Needles Vincent Glasses are the perfect complement to the summer. If you’re in the mood for that New York/Europe look of Mr. Tom Ripley or Dickie Greenleaf, then these pairs are the way to go. They come in a multitude of color combinations that remain classic and stylish for all occasions under the sun. Available now at Nepenthes.
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RayBan Black Transparent Wayfarer
Plastic frame sunglasses have made a huge resurgence of late, and Rayban is definitely no stranger to the game. Introduced in the 1950’s, their iconic Wayfarer shades come in a plethora of colors, but the two-tone black and transparent frames available on the Wayfarer II stand out for their simplicity and subtle style statement. Available now at The Sunglass House.
Supreme Sunglasses
New York-based brand Supreme, dedicated to establishing itself as part of youth culture, has released two new sunglass frames for the summer, the Locs and the MX. Handcrafted in Japan, the two new frames feature shatter resistant lenses, and each version is available in three colours.
Common Projects Sunglasses
When it comes to high-end sneakers Common Projects pretty much has the simple and clean cut market on lock. For the past few seasons Common Projects has won the fashion world over with their handmade Italian sneakers, and now they are jumping into the ever-trendy eye wear game. Common Projects first jaunt into sunglasses brings a simple flat black frame with wayfarer styling and gray smoke lenses. As with their shoes I’m anticipating great quality with understated but classic looks to come from their eye wear.
Karen Walker Deep Freeze Sunglasses
Karen Walker gives the guys classic styled frames with their Deep Freeze model. The Deep Freeze comes in burgundy with arrow details on the arms. As for protection from the sun, the pair comes with smoke mono lenses. This is a suitable choice if you’re looking for this type of style from a different yet reliable brand. Pre-orders currently available from Gargyle.
Ray-Ban Clubmaster at J.Crew
Another revival from classic sunglasses manufacturer Ray-Ban, the Club Master has been reissued and currently being sold at J.Crew. The Clubmaster relaunch began at a star-studded release party last December and has caught notice of the major retail chain. J.Crew is currently selling the tortoise colorway of the round-eye framed glasses with dark crystal lenses. If you need a classier alternative to the ever-popular Wayfarers, the Clubmaster may be the perfect summer shades.
Currently available at J.Crew, and also check out several colors of the Clubmaster from Ray-Ban at Amazon.
Persol Ratti Aviator Frames
With clear lenses showing up on everyone from Dsquared2 runway models to Kanye West this spring, oversized glasses don’t seem to be going anywhere. It’s no surprise that this classic set comes from Persol, the Italian eyewear maker that has been creating timeless frames for almost 100 years for the likes of Steve McQueen and James Bond. With the gold bridge and signature arrow symbol at the temple, these Ratti Aviator frames have a distinctly vintage vibe, a perfect match for the Baracuta jacket and other nods to retro style seen everywhere this spring. These frames are available in black and tortoise shell, and can also be retrofitted with dark lenses for the summer sun, if you so desire. You can find them at Refinery 29.
ZANZAN – Rubirosa sunglasses
Zanzan is a recently launched English luxury bland that specializes in men’s and women’s sunglasses. Each pair they make is handmade in the Jura Valley, France using a combination of advanced production techniques and traditional methods dating back over 60 years. Zanzan unites a quirky British aesthetic with European 1960s and 70s fashion panache, appealing to individuals with an adventurous, playful take on style. The glasses pictured above are from their Rubirosa range. It is made from hand-polished Italian acetate by Mazzucchelli with Sola lenses by Carl Zeiss. The frames are tortoiseshell with ebony-coloured arms and dark rum-coloured tinted lenses. The frames have gold-coloured hinges and come with a black and gold printed leather suede-lined case. These sunglasses are available to pre-order for delivery after 23rd April. Available at Farfetch.
