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Welcome to the world of lost privacy.  However, it certainly is trendy and a great idea for wearable technology.  Fabulously trend worthy leap forward by Facebook & Ray-Ban.

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Timberland Sunglasses for City & Beyond

Timberland has long been known for its performance, style and environmental responsibility, and these attributes come to life in the collection.

The full collection is characterized by well-recognized brand elements such as the Tree logo, rubberized detailing, and polarized lenses. Finally, the assortment features a new temple interpretation inspired by the classic pattern of the iconic Timberland® Classic Boot lug outsole.

Versace and Luxottica Group

Versace and Luxottica Group recently announced the early renewal of an exclusive license agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of sunglasses and prescription frames under the Versace brand. The ten-year renewal is effective starting April 1, 2020 and is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2029.

Hemp Eyewear Frames

Get ready for the latest trend in sunglasses with Hemp Eyewear, one of the most exceptional eyewear frames on the market today. Not only do they look great, but they reduce the use of harmful plastics. 

Each pair of sunglasses is handcrafted by artisans in Edinburgh, Scotland using sustainable technology, organic materials and traditional artisanal techniques. Hemp is the ideal alternative to harmful plastics as it’s one of the most beautiful and sustainable materials on earth. Incorporating hemp into the materials allows for a unique pair of sunglasses that are both one-of-a-kind and environmentally responsible. 

Fabulous Fendi Sunglasses for 2019

Fabulous Fendi sunglasses for 2019.  The time is right for this trendy shades.

REKS Trivex Color-Boosting Sun Lenses

REKS, an innovative sunglass manufacturer featuring the finest in performance lenses matched with unbreakable frames, is pleased to introduce four new high performance Trivex color-boosting sun lenses. These Trivex lenses come with a built-in color equalizer that improves the contrast between colors making them seem brighter.

Recycled Plastics Sunglasses Collection Sunski

These Sunglasses Take "Look Good, Feel Good" To The Next Level 

Sunski is launching its first-ever collection of sunglasses with frames made of 100% recycled plastic.

Caroline Wozniacki Eyewear Collection

Created in collaboration with 2018 Australian Open champion and current world #1 female tennis player, Caroline Wozniacki, the exclusive collection features 11 silhouettes inspired by Wozniacki’s statement-making style.

The women’s collection features seven wearable styles, each available in three colorways. The shapes are bold, empowered and confident, offering a fresh spin on contemporary eyewear. 

Taylor Swift Wearing Woodys Barcelona Sunglasses in NY

Taylor Swift was spotted wearing Woodys Barcelona while leaving the gym on August 24, 2016 in New York City. 

WHO: Taylor Swift

WHAT: Spotted wearing the Dean 0.1 sunglasses by Woodys Barcelona $166.68 (149.00€). 

About Woodys Barcelona:

Woodys Barcelona strives to create more affordable, yet functional wooden glasses for the world. With the launch of their first collection of over 80 wooden sunglasses and glasses two years after founding, Woodys Barcelona set a new benchmark in the optical field for sustainability, functionality, and accessibility. The unique wooden frames are crafted with wood from old skateboards and other sustainably sourced materials. Woodys Barcelona frames are designed to make prescription lens changes simple, making wooden glasses more accessible.

She obviously looks great in everything, but these sun glasses were a nice touch.

Megan Batoon Chic in California

Megan Batoon was photographed wearing Keliki's Racy Lacy Mini Dress ($82) on August 14, 2016 in Los Angeles. 

The Youtube star completed her chic summer look with a Sydney California blazer ($198), Maumero sandals ($128), a Kooba bag ($328), and ROC Eyewear ($79.95).

Below is fashion models wearing the clothing so you can have another look at the dress & blazer.

Here is another look at the Maumero sandals.

Kooba Bag pictured below.

Here is a better photo of the ROC Eyewear sunglasses worn by Megan Batoon.

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Keliki Racy Lacy Mini Dress ($82 www.keliki.com)

Sydney California The California Blazer in Neon Pink Pinstripe ($128 www.sydneycalifornia.com) 

Maumero Giselle in Cognac ($128 www.maumero.com) 

Kooba Gwenyth Shoulder in Caramel ($328 www.kooba.com) 

ROC Eyewear Columbia Wayfarer Sunglasses in Tortoiseshell/Gold and Blue Mirrored Lens

($79.95 www.roceyewear.com)

Nikki Reed Wearing awear Sunglasses

Actress Nikki Reed was photographed wearing awear sunglasses this weekend! The former Twilight & Sleepy Hollows star was captured leaving breakfast on Friday with her husband Ian Somerhalder in Woodland Hills, CA while wearing sunglasses style #3717 in CR.  ($199; www.awearcharmant.com)

Designed with sustainability, style and comfort in mind, the brand envisions making the world a better place with both flair and substance. Featuring unique and ergonomic designs, awear is able to seamlessly merge sustainable manufacturing with fashion-forward designs and featherweight comfort. Six key eco-conscious elements are integrated into every featherweight pair of awear: (1) all frames and sun lenses utilize sustainable materials, (2) CO2 emission reduction,  (3) water conservation during production, (4) decreased energy consumption, (5) biodegradable demo lenses, and  (6) flexible temple design providing an ergonomic, comfortable fit.


(optical + sunglasses available; women's, men’s & unisex styles offered) 

See more of Nikki Reed on the Fashion Blog & social media.

Saint Chic Paparazzi Protection

SAINT CHIC continues to drive the anti-sun damage, UV visor trend with their trademarked product, the Paparazzi Visor.

SAINT CHIC is leads the trend by reinforcing the proprietary sun protection properties merged with forward aesthetic style. The Paparazzi Visor™ trademark is exclusive to Dindi Design LLC dba SAINT CHIC.

“Our visor is the only product on the market that can guarantee 99% UV protection from the sun AND, fashion forward design concepts”, says founder Gingie McLeod.

Paparazzi Visor for Haute Face Protection

TNEMNRODA

Drawing inspiration from East and West Indian culture, TNEMNRODA [nem-row-da] eyewear collections are infused with luxe refinement and fantastical spirit.

Peppered with influences from her colorful Caribbean background, jewelry designer Samantha Smikle creates eyewear designs bejeweled in 14k gold plated metals, semiprecious stones and other transformative materials. The handcrafted New York-based brand is carried in Urban Outfitters UK and private boutiques in Hong Kong, Dubai, Greece, Canada and Miami. Select styles are exclusively available in limited quantity.

Learn more about TNEMNRODA eyewear at http://www.maisontnemnroda.com/

Chic New Sunglasses by Vera Wang

This season, gild the lily with stylish new sunwear from Vera Wang. 

Juxtaposing unexpected materials with classic shapes, these fashionable shades translate Vera’s iconic jewelry motifs and modern aesthetic into a beautifully textured eyewear collection perfect for the turn of the season.

Pictured above you can see Belloza; Chic New Sunwear from Vera Wang.

Just in time for the holidays, Belloza combines a classic square shape in Black, Crystal and Tortoise acetate with CR39 lenses and temples that dazzle with authentic Swarovski crystals.

Belloza is not the only new eyewear option for this season.

Experience gorgeous clarity with Laurice (pictured below), a minimalistic style in hand-polished acetate and contrasting temples. The mirrored lenses reflect a thoroughly modern approach to eyewear. Available in Black, Blush and Tortoise, with CR39 lenses.

Learn more about Vera Wang eyewear at Kenmark.

By the way, we used the word Juxtaposing in our post.  In case you are not sure the meaning and have to look it up as I had, it means, "place or deal with close together for contrasting effect".

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Aspire Eyewear Celebrated Colors

Aspire Eyewear introduces the new “Celebrated” this season in three colors; Black Fade, Blue and Brown. 

The style is created with the same high-tech performance the brand is known for—offering its proprietary SDN-4 frames for superior lightness, thinness, flexibility, strength, shape memory and resistance to heat and UV exposure. 

Celebrated also features the brand’s revolutionary seamless hinge, eliminating the need for screws at the sensitive hinge-point. 

Aspire Eyewear is helping redefine the summer and how Labor Day weekend may be celebrated this year.  By the way, Labor Day is Monday, September 7, 2015 (46 days from when this post was written).  Never too early to start planning what you will be wearing to celebrate Labor Day weekend 2015.

May your holiday be unbreakable!

Learn more about bendable eyewear from Aspire here on the Fashion Blog.

Emmy Rossum Spotted Again in IVI Sunglasses

Emmy Rossum was photographed wearing IVI sunglasses while out in Beverly Hills yesterday. The "Shameless" actress accented her flirty floral dress with her IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses in Polished Black ($160.00, www.ivivision.com)! 

See more of Emmy Rossum wearing IVI sunglasses recently.

Lea Michele in IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses

Lea Michele was photographed wearing IVI sunglasses during the 'Scream Queens' photo op at Comic-Con International 2015 in San Diego this weekend. The actress accented her retro stripped outfit with her IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses in Polished Black ($160.00)! 

Lily Collins has also worn the same IVI sunglasses, most recently while arriving at LAX after Paris Couture Fashion Week.

If you are interested, you can also check out a previous spotting of Lily Collins wearing IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses.

Ashley Madekwe in Ivory Fade

Ashley Madekwe was photographed wearing IVI sunglasses on her personal style blog Ring My Bell! The Salem actress posed for photos in her chic summer outfit accented with her IVI Faye Sunglasses in Ivory Fade! ($180.00)

You can learn more about Ashley Madekwe from her fantastic style blog called Ring My Bell.

Emmy Rossum Wears IVI

Emmy Rossum shared two Instagram photos recently wearing IVI sunglasses! The Shameless actress posed with a friend and in her fitness gear while wearing her IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses in Polished Black. ($160.00, www.ivivision.com)

The same style that was recently seen on Lily Collins!  See Lily Collins wearing her IVI Sunglasses.

Lily Collins Wearing IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses

Lily Collins was spotted wearing IVI sunglasses Saturday in Los Angeles! The young actress enjoyed a day out shopping while wearing her IVI Daggerwing Sunglasses in Polished Black ($160.00, www.ivivision.com).