<!–[if !vml]–>ca0525.JPG<!–[endif]–>Women in the business world have the unequivocal advantage over their female predecessors. There are more freedoms, more equality and more responsibility. Staying fashionable, chic and feminine while being a powerhouse in the firm is not an impossibility. Here are the top five eyewear models for successful and strong professional women.

1. Giorgio Armani’s executive-looking eyewear will bring you to a whole new level in office fashion. Pair any lovely Armani eyeglasses with a power skirts suit and you’ll not only turn heads, you’ll be remembered. For an even more award-winning look try thicker-framed glasses in burgundy or black.

2. For a more innovative and creative look, try out Cavalli eyeglasses for the office. You’ll absolutely love their creative yet modern designs. A lot of the design power falls on the temple bars, which leaves your face unobstructed while giving presentations or lectures.

3. Every woman has heard of Jimmy Choo, and if one were so lucky as to own an item by the famed designer she would fall asleep happy every night. The sleek designs scream ‘Milan!’ and ‘New York’ while the very foresight of owning Jimmy Choo eyewear whispers ‘upcoming promotion.’

4. Marc Jacobs eyewear is a bit more on the professional and streamlined edge than other designers. For the work place, this gives a more serious and yet upscale look.

5. Finally, a safe but still fashionable choice would be Oliver Peoples. While their sunglasses may be cutting edge, their eyeglasses are a safer, more versatile breed.

ca0510.jpgSpring is a time of renewal, growth, colors, and the slow but deliberate revelation of more skin from under the winter wardrobe. For spring birthdays, weddings, showers and other occasions gifts should reflect the season. Try the gift that keeps on giving-eyewear! Fashionable, spring fashions like Ray Ban Wayfarers are sure to transform any dreary outfit into a fashionable win. And since they also protect the eyes and body they are a thoughtful gift that protects, makes fashionable, is seasonal and will be used on a daily basis by the gift recipient.

If the Wayfarer isn’t your thing, don’t panic! There are many great spring sunglasses fashions. These will not only make the perfect gift, but show how fashionable and up-to-date you are. Take, for example, the lovely and fresh designs by Alexander McQueen. His vibrant colors, innovations in shape and materials and careful attention to how his designs fit the human form make his sunglasses one of the most sought after every spring time. Any Alexander McQueen gift will be met with a shrill happy shriek, or a slow, happy tearful smile.

Finally, while Prada, Gucci and Dior are always fashionable, spring is a time to try new things. Branch out into newer designers or less commercial (in the high fashion circle that is) brands that have something daring and vibrant to offer, like SPY eyewear that is both athletic and fashionable, sturdy and yet appears feminine and confident. Spy sunglasses are a sure spring favorite due to the sporty feel, the sleek, clean lines and the bold colors.


ca0503.jpgCanada should be proud of the many gorgeous women that they birthed, raised and imbibed with talent in the homeland. Although many of them have migrated south to California, they still do Canada proud with their natural good looks, talent and constant presence in American life. For example, did you know the Prada-loving Nelly Furtado was Canadian? How about internet sensation Pamela Anderson, or LOST’s Evangeline Lilly, or Kim Catrall, singer Shania Twain, or 24’s Elisha Cuthbert? All Canadian, and all beautiful, fashionable and full of amazing talent and fashion sense.

Evangeline Lilly started her career as a model, and although she was picked up for one of the main female roles in LOST, she continues to model on the side. She has always loved fashion, though a Ray-Ban loving tom boy, her body and look can pull off any high-fashion look. In 2008 she did a photo shoot as a pin-up girl, very high fashion with a top hat and mini skirt. The look, although odd for LOST fans, was amazing and Lilly proved she could tackle any wardrobe and win.

Pamela Anderson, lover off all things fashionable and beautiful, has recently reinvented herself on Dancing with the Stars from an A-list porn star to an A-list, Prada-wearing, appropriate-for-children star, where she proved she can move her body rhythmically very well. After several sex scandals, released videos and her spiraling appearances on Home Improvement, Baywatch and several Roasts, she has proved that she can class it up a bit for more formal occasions, and really deliver a talented and spirited session on the dance floor.