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Minimis Smart Sport Sunglasses

John A. Paradiso — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 14:05:01 +0000

The jury is still out on whether smartglasses are the way of the future. We’ve seen some big failures and some impressive upcoming releases. While the way forward appeared to be an overload of tech on a heads-up display, Minimis seems to be taking a simpler route with its own smart sunglasses. Developed specifically for […]

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Oakley Built Custom Glasses for Tom Cruise Biggest ‘Mission Impossible’ Stunt Yet

John A. Paradiso — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 14:07:56 +0000

With each Mission Impossible movie it seems Tom Cruise finds new ways to challenge himself with crazier and more daring stunts. The film series’ latest entry, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1, features what many are calling the biggest stunt in cinema history. And Oakley sunglasses has helped Cruise achieve these new heights. Oakley worked […]

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BMW Introduces ConnectedRide Smartglasses

John A. Paradiso — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:26:57 +0000

While they haven’t hit American soil yet, the BMW ConnectedRide smartglasses are starting to make waves in the motorcycle community. Not only do they offer riders a futuristic heads-up display that car manufacturers have been integrating into their ride, BMW Motorrad promises a safer, smoother experience for motorcyclists. Designed for the discerning motorcycle enthusiast, these […]

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Porsche Design Machined Aluminum Sunglasses

John A. Paradiso — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 14:23:25 +0000

Porsche Design, which produces some of our favorite style accessories, pieces of tech, and EDC gear, celebrated its 50th anniversary last year with a pair of stunning sunglasses. Now, the design brand is back with the P’ 8951 Sunglasses, a sleek and stylish eyewear companion for the discerning individual who craves both form and function. […]

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The Ray-Ban Corrigan Bio-Based Sunglasses Are Perfect for Summer

John A. Paradiso — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:05:01 +0000

The Ray-Ban Corrigan sunglasses got a Bio-Based upgrade. These stylish shades, crafted with bio-based materials, are a step towards a greener future that don’t compromise on design. The classic square frame exudes effortless cool, while the lightweight construction ensures all-day comfort. With 100% UV protection and blue-violet filtering, your eyes stay shielded while maintaining crystal-clear […]

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The Johnny Cash Collection from Jacque Marie Mage

John A. Paradiso — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 14:06:14 +0000

Step into the world of legendary style with the Jacques Marie Mage Johnny Cash Collection. Inspired by the iconic Man in Black himself, this collection of sunglasses is a true testament to Cash’s rebellious spirit and undeniable charisma. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these handcrafted shades seamlessly blend vintage inspiration with modern sensibilities. From […]

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Blackburn Makes the Best Sunglasses You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Pat McLaughlin — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:15:09 +0000

For as long as we can remember, Italy’s renowned craftsmanship and high-quality materials set the standard for superior eyewear. While we’re all for the durable and fashionable acetate frames the country is known for, everything that makes us lust for those sunglasses also leads to incredible prices… until now! Blackburn, a unisex sunglasses brand you […]

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Huckberry’s Latest Collab Takes Inspiration from the Golden Age of Space Travel

Brett Braley — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:18:43 +0000

Longtime supplier of aviator-style sunglasses for the military, American Optics has recently teamed up with Huckberry to recreate the iconic FG-58 model. While the name may not be familiar, the shape surely is. It’s the same design previously worn by astronauts during the Apollo 11 mission, such as Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong. Now, the […]

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Customize Your Glasses Every Day With Pair Eyewear

Pat McLaughlin — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:15:57 +0000

Finding the perfect pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses to work with your daily style is no longer a challenge. Choose from almost a dozen base frame shapes and lens color options, to create your own unique style. Then with Pair’s innovative top frames, you can effortlessly swap out hundreds of possibilities on the go, allowing […]

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The Todd Snyder Sportsman Are The Sunglasses of Summer

Brett Braley — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:14:21 +0000

King of collabs, Todd Snyder, has teamed up with Randolph Engineering on a new capsule of sunglasses which are at once impossibly cool and daringly modern. Available in two sizes (47 and 61 millimeter) and two colorways (gold or gunmetal), these glasses are a classic aviator-style with a twist. On the small real estate of […]

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Warby Parker’s Newest Collab with Jimmy Fallon is Here

Brett Braley — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:15:05 +0000

The Tonight Show host and SNL alum, Jimmy Fallon, has just released his second partnership with eyewear icons, Warby Parker. Known as Flippies, these frames are as clever as the comedian’s jokes. The frames of these glasses look pretty normal – a simple Wayfarer style – but with the ingenious double-hinge, they reveal that the backside […]

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How to Dress for Warm Weather and Still Look Good

Brett Braley — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:40:30 +0000

Look, let’s face it, summer is a hard time for anyone to look their best. It isn’t autumn when any old sweater, scarf, and jacket will do. And it isn’t winter, where you’re so bundled up in a coat, it doesn’t matter what you look like. No, summer has its own set of issues: humidity, […]

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Tracksmith’s Kazu Tourer

Brett Braley — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 14:09:11 +0000

If you’re a runner – or, perhaps, just enamored by vintage prep design – you’re already a fan of Tracksmith. This brand leads the race in creating stylish running garments that don’t sacrifice on performance. Now, teaming up with District Vision, Tracksmith has come out with the Kazu Tourer. Inspired by alpine sporting, Italian racing, […]

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Oakley Rereleased the Sub Zero Sunglasses

Dillon McLaughlin — Mon, 09 May 2022 14:18:45 +0000

Any of us who are getting nostalgic for the seeming simplicity and optimism of the early 90s, which seems to be a sizable share of us these days, have another bit of good news. Oakley has taken it upon themselves to release an updated version of their 1992 Sub Zero sunglasses. The lens design is […]

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Persol’s Folding Sunglasses Are Perfect for Summer 2022

John A. Paradiso — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:08:58 +0000

Legendary sunglasses brand Persol has updated their classic folding frames design with a new silhouette. Available in four colorways and optional prescription lenses, the new Persol PO3274S sunglasses take inspiration from the 714 with the unique and patented folding technology. These new releases are also the first to combine acetate and metal in the frames […]

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The History of Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses

Dillon McLaughlin — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:45:26 +0000

If the history of aviator sunglasses sounds familiar, you’d be right. They came up when we were talking about menswear pulled straight out of the military. We were also thinking it was about time we went into deeper detail here, so let’s rehash a bit of what we’ve already written, then dive deeper into aviators’ […]

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