Apr

24

Why Your Eyes are that Color

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Do you wonder why blue-eyed people need strong, Ray-Ban like sunglasses? Do you ever wonder why your eyes are blue, green, brown or hazel or why your eyes sometimes change color? Well, eye color is a trait that is determined by the type of pigment in the iris.

Human eyes, unlike many bird, fish and other mammal eyes, get their color from the melanin content in the iris and the epithelium pigment as well as the density of pigment in the iris. Sometimes you will see variations in the eye, especially in green, blue and hazel eyes, this is because of a variation in the distribution of pigment within the iris. Think of it as a splotched, round painting using various thicknesses and colors of paint.

Eye color is, more than anything, a genetically determined trait coming from both parents. The most common eye color is brown, the majority of people in Asia have this color, along with black or brown hair (also the most common). The least common eye color is green, though some rare exceptions exist where children have purple or black eyes depending on genetic mutations in both parent genes.


Many parents notice that children born with blue or grey eyes have grown to have brown or darker blue eyes, this is because many Caucasian children are born without eye pigment and develop that (along with melanin) later in life.

Blue eyes are becoming rarer as people are marrying outside their ethnic groups. Blue eyes are a genetic recessive gene that can be overridden by a dominant gene like brown eyes or brown hair color. As a result, in the USA and Canada, blue eyes are becoming lesson common (and green eyes are extremely rare). For people with blue, grey or green eyes, stronger sunglasses may be needed as paler eyed people complain of eye sensitivity and pain from sunlight, which is caused because the density in the iris is weaker than in brown counterparts. We recommend wrap around or full-sun sunglasses like Dior or Versace.

Apr

17

Top Women in Fashion

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Do you ever wonder who is responsible for deciding if Gucci, Dior or Versace will be the next big thing in the coming season? Wonder no more, for we’ve unearthed the top women in fashion reporting, those truly responsible for deciding, “What’s hot and what’s not.”

Anna Wintour (image right) if the editor-in-chief of American Vogue, one of the top fashion magazines in the industry. Her tastes and opinions on fashion dictate what will be popular in high fashion from season to season. A fan of high-fashion and creativity, American Vogue has been transformed into icon lit for the truly dedicated fashion fan. A former assistant of hers went on to write the best selling book and film, “The Devil Wears Prada.” One notable fact about Ms. Wintour is that she insists on wearing her sunglasses indoors, and has a collection of custom and designer eyewear on hand to fit this habit.

 

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 A counter to the uptight American editor, Carine Roitfeld (image left) is a more traditional fashion icon as the Editor-in-chief of France Vogue. Carine will only work with the super thin, and as a former model has a very hands on approach to running the magazine. Carine has a thing for Tom Fords as well as Christian Dior, both of whom she modeled for in the past.


Anne Slowey is Elle magazine’s fashion news director and host of the new show ‘Stylista.’ Though the show has mixed reviews, Anne’s power in the fashion world should not be understated. Elle, which caters to a younger and more mainstream crowd, has immense influence over the season’s hits and misses.


Heidi Klum and Tyra Banks, both former models and hosts of their respective shows Project Runway and America’s Next Top Model, these women have inspired a new generation to think of high fashion as an important part of a person’s identity.

Apr

10

Top Five Reasons to Buy Designer Eyewear

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Need five reasons to splurge on eyewear for yourself this year? Try these: Prada, Dior, Versace, Gucci and Ray Ban. Need five more? Keep reading:

 

 

Health comes first – Eyewear are health related accessories, and skimping on your health is an unwise move. When it comes to your most important sense, don’t go generic. Cut corners elsewhere, but keep health a priority. Designer eyewear is of the highest quality, offers UV protection, polarization and the finest craftsmanship to ensure your eyes are incased in safety, not only style.


Face first fashion- Although clothing is important, and some say it makes the man, your face is the first thing people see and you should invest the most amount of time, funds and energy into perfecting that part of the body. With a face first attitude you’ll soon come to realize that buying the designer eyeglasses and sunglasses you’ve always wanted is not only smart, but will act as a billboard for who you are as a person.


Through the prism- You’ll have your glasses on all of the time, or if not, then you’ll be looking at the world through your sunglasses. You should have a pair that allows you to see clearly, is your favorite gradient or solid shade, is lightweight, comfortable and protective. Its is, essentially, your most important accessory.


Happiness is key- You’ll be in your eyewear all the time; they should make you feel confident, sexy and happy. Splurge on these emotions and you’ll soon find unknown energy for other tasks.


Designer shades don’t fade- If you invest the money into a pair of Dior or Ray Ban shades you’ve always wanted you will be sure to keep them around for quite some time. Pick a design that will outlive current fads and take care of your shades with cleaning solution and proper casing and suddenly these designer shades will have lasted several years, making them seem cheap compared to what you get out of them.

Apr

3

Prescription Sunglasses — the Oft Neglected Luxury

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Bolle is one of the top eyewear designs for prescription sunglasses. With many options for your sunglasses lenses, going prescription is a sure thing for anyone who wears glasses indoors. For those who spend a great deal of time outdoors, Bolle prescription sunglasses are perfect because they are a perfect blend of sporty class and technologically savvy safety.


Nothing is more annoying than working in doors all day with your glasses on and then stepping outside, donning your sunglasses and limiting your visibility because you didn’t spring for the prescription lenses. Prescription sunglasses are an easy fix, yet many resist the purchase because of the cost or because they think outdoor eyewear has limited uses compared to indoor eyewear. When it comes to safety, driving in the sun without eye protection is not only dangerous for you while on the road, but incredibly harmful. Glare reflecting off cars as they pass, or off glass windows on buildings in the distance can temporarily blind you and cause an accident. If not that severe, the flashes of bright light into your eye over time can deteriorate the retina, causing long term damage.


Like Bolle, Burberry is another great prescription sunglasses design, and one perfect for driving and relaxing outdoor recreation like backyard grilling (where glare can reflect off patio surfaces) and swimming (with glare bouncing off water). While Bolle is made with the casual to professional athlete in mind, Burberry is more fitting for those who enjoy the outdoors but in a spectator’s fashion.