The New Girls in Town

This summer's Twitter tip was confirmed earlier this week, when Tory Burch's eyewear collection launched. Fans of TB won't be disappointed in the line, which ranges from oversized round glasses to aviators and wayfarers. The collection is said to have been inspired by photographs of her parents vacations abroad in the 60s, 70s and 80s.


I'd opt for the Wayfarer Sunglasses with Metal Temple, which feature a slight cat eye and are available for $165. Those who are looking for more of the signature T logo, should opt for the Classic Cat Eye Sunglasses at $150.

Wear Your Post-Labor Day Whites

Why not? I suggest the white Carrera Safari Aviators for flouting the rules.

[Available at Barneys for $120.]

Happy fall!

Carrier Cool

If you're looking to carry your sunnies in style, check out Natalia Brilli's Sunglasses Pouch, which features X-ray vision-ish imprinted leather.


The best deal I could find on these is $207 on farfetch.com (as opposed to other sites' asking price of $299). Enjoy!

Pretty Young Thing

September's issue of Harper's Bazaar paid tribute to Michael Jackson with Agyness Deyn wearing his signature studded and sequined look. Though there's nothing groundbreaking about the timeless Ray-Ban Aviators, they are spot on here.

[Photo: Harper's Bazaar]

Pick up the classic pair on ray-ban.com for $129.

Obsessed

Shopbop's "Obsessions: Fall Edition" lists the 19 products most coveted by its merchandisers and editors. And what list would be complete without a little Lanvin?

[Photo: Shopbop.com]

Their Editor lists Lanvin Framed Aviators among their most obsession-worthy for fall, saying: "Metal accents give these an industrial edge. So cool!" Shopbop has them in black or tortoise for $350.

RZ does Roller Disco

Whether you love her or loathe her, Rachel Zoe's newly launched website/newsletter, The Zoe Report, is worth checking out. Of course, most of RZR's recommendations are completely unattainable, but that's part of its appeal. She redeems herself with the "Parallel Universe" feature: similar, but way cheaper, styles for us mere mortals.

Not surprisingly, Zoe won me over by her recent post - "Roller Disco" - on the beautiful Barton Perreira Starlet sunglasses. (She's in good company: The New York Times has referred to them as a "brand coveted by aficionados".)
[Photo: Barton Perreira]

"In fact, they’re a favorite in my shamefully towering pile of do not disturb signs.* Formerly a designer at Oliver Peoples, Perreira classically structured the Starlet sunglasses with an unexpected multi-colored aspect that will give life to a blah outfit. Rarely does fashion meet function, but Perreira emphasizes the main purpose of sunglasses with protected lenses that guard your eyes from scary UV rays and prevent wrinkles. xoRZ

do not disturb sign* = sunnies, preferably oversized, used for masking tired eyes, hiding make-up from the night before and politely avoiding conversation."

I was able to find the Starlets online at blackoptical.com for $515.

Today in Twitter

Catching up on my Twitter today, I was stoked to come across a preview of Tory Burch's eyewear collection (scheduled to debut in November), which came straight from the source:

At our eyewear shoot in the meatpacking district. Our model Hana looks amazing! TB

[Photo: @toryburch]

Who says Twitter's a waste of time? Now, we'll have to keep an eye out for the campaign and update accordingly.

Lara Stone: Suddenly a Super

You've really got to hand it to Lara Stone, who is the cover model for and profiled in ("Fashion's It Girl") this month's W. Here in New York, she has been praised as "the anti-model" by Cathy Horyn, but she is perhaps best known for being the only model featured in the "all-Lara" February 2009 edition of French Vogue. In fact, editress Carine Roitfeld has described her as a muse, saying: “Sometimes a girl just touches you.”

That said, let's take a look back at some of Lara's flashier moments. Below, her campaign in 2007 as the face of Givenchy, where she made her major modeling debut.

[Photo: supermodels.nl]

On the left, Lara wore shades on the runway of Roberto Cavalli's Fall 2007 show. Below right, a moment backstage at Versace's Fall 2007 show.

[Photo: Style.com]

Meisel's Muse

This Lanvin campaign caught my eye everytime I came across it in print. It features Norwegian model Iselin Steiro, photographed by Steven Meisel.

Matthew Williamson/Linda Farrow Sunglasses Rule. That is all.

So maybe some time has elapsed since my last posting. Sue me. But today I happened upon a super sweet deal on Matthew Williamson by Linda Farrow sunglasses on my favorite guilty pleasure, Gilt.com*. I'm so psyched about them, I really had to share.

Check out my soon to be delivered Oval Translucent Sunglasses in Aqua, which I picked up for $98 on Gilt (despite their original retail price of $300). I haven't come across such a fun and unique, yet completely wearable pair of designer sunglasses on sale for under $100 in what seems like forever ever.

* If you're not already a member of the wondrous daily sample sale that is Gilt, then: (1) I'm sorry; (2) You really should be, so comment and we'll get you set up; and (3) You'll thank me later.

Reformed Rocker

his month's Harper's Bazaar features our favorite rehabber, Lindsay Lohan, wearing Grey Ant Status Sunglasses.


These shades seem to be editorial darlings, as they were featured in Style.com's "Summer Stock" earlier this year.

I can see why they're so popular -- the oversized wayfarer shape is flattering and cool. Pick them up for yourself at tobi.com for $253.

Who What Wear Heidi

ove Who What Wear Daily for including Heidi Klum and pretty excellent Von Zipper Alotta sunglasses. You can make them your own for $129 on Zappos.

The shape is certainly reminiscent of the now classic Chloe Myrte shape, but with the Chloe's clocking in at double the price, I'd opt for the Von Zippers in this day and age.

Style.com's Own on Style

or Christmas this year, you may want to consider putting the CFDA's new book, "American Fashion Accessories", under the tree for your fashionable loved ones. Editor Candy Pratts Price showcased some of her favorite images from the book on Style.com, including this knockout photo of Tina Turner wearing wide eyed plastic frames.



To make this vintage look your own, I suggest Lanvin Wide Eye Plastic Sunglasses for $290 at Saks.

Advert: Catherine McNeil for Louis Vuitton Cruise 2009

Up Close: Dior Spring Summer 09

heck out these streamlined cat-eyes, as modeled by Olga Sherer in the Spring Summer 2009 Dior show. Radical.



[Photo: Frillr]