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Oakley Polarized Eyewear ($200 - $300)

reviewed by Priscilla Monteiro

Spring and summer months are just around the corner and you will need protective yet stylish sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful sun rays and with so many competing brands on the market, it’s hard to make a sound decision. Oakley, leaders in the eye wear category, have designed polarized lenses and patented High Definition Optics (HDO) technology not only to protect from the harmful effects of UV rays to counteract cataracts – it allows users to see clearer and sharper without the distortion of ordinary lenses that strain your eyes and give you a headache.

Recently, Dr. Snyderman of “The Today Show” stated that researchers are gradually identifying key factors that may cause cataracts and pre-emptive ways that to help prevent them, but that polarized lenses are the only guarantee. Leading studies suggest that exposure to polarized lenses not only slows down the development of cataracts, but they also protect eyes from harmful UV and UVB rays and glare not to mention the reduction of light transmission and reflection from horizontal surfaces, such as snow or water, improving vision during outdoor activities. The next activity is getting to stores where Oakley sunglasses are sold.

Available at www.oakley .com, Bloomingdales and Macy’s and Solstice Stores.

BELTS

- Trouser belts
- Belt bags and pouches
- Oval and oblong plaques
- Leather-covered buckles
- D-ring buckles
- Attached coin purses
- Toggle closures
- Braided and woven straps
- Patent leather
- Tassels
- Contrast piping and binding
- Embossed croc, snake & python

OFF THE CHAIN

Marc Jacobs Spring 2009

The Women's Accessories Report

Words By Priscilla Monteiro

This season is all about the accessories. Wardrobe should not go unnoticed without the right accessory. Designers spruced up their looks with belts, gloves, jewels, studs and metal accents and so should you.

Heavily charmed accessories were replaced by geometrical shapes, pearls, lockets, pendants and designer accessory collections are heading towards sophistication and elegance rather than the traditional contemporary street edge.

Belts are more important than ever. Styles are varied, from super wide to super skinny, corset cincers as well as multi buckles. Belt bags will also be transition into fall 2008.

Scarves do double duty in Fall 2008, oversized and wrapped around the neck, around the shoulders or tied in a huge bow. Lookout for super long and skinny scarves head wraps as well as over sized chiffon shawls.

The Accessories Checklist

JEWELRY

Crosses
Crests and badges/emblems coats of arms
Fabric and metal combinations (tweeds, checks, hounds tooth and plaids)
Diamonds, Pearls and anything jeweled
Scattered tie tack pins
Chains with tassels
Layered pendants
Faux horn, elephants and tortoise

The Men's Accessories Report

Words by Kemol Taylor

Men, you should incorporate sunglasses to spice up your wardrobe and provide that much needed variety. Take note from top designers’ including Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Oliver Goldsmith and more for that perfect fit. Besides, accessories complement your overall “look” so don’t be afraid to take risks and always remember, confidence is the BEST accessory!

MENS SHOES THAT MATTER

Justin Smooth ostrich boot $200 Sherman Brothers ostrich shoes $600

WATCH ME

Designers today from Philip Lim to Giorgio Armani have set the trend in eye wear seen on everyone from Sara Paglin to Spike Lee. Once upon a time eyeglass wearers were considered nerds. Had it not been for Dolce and Gabanna reinventing the whole Dougie Hauser movement, school kids would still be at each others throats on the back of the yellow bus. No more fighting on the bus unless you're fighting to get your hands on the finest eye wear in mens and womens fashion that luxury has to offer.

Yves San Laurent Aviator $240