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Can We Talk Prescription Designer Sunglasses a la Joan Rivers and LensCrafters

Sharon Haver and Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers has made me laugh since I was old enough to turn on a TV.   A true original who told it like it was. This week's 15th Anniversary of FocusOnStyle post look back honors the late, great icon who was still in her prime at 81. --S.H. Seeing is believing when it comes to glammed up prescription sunnies... Things happen when you are old enough to have grown up laughing along with comedic genius Joan Rivers on TV. One day, you start to need glasses, if only to read Heidi Abromowitz's little black book (purportedly the size of an encyclopedia). Secret: These are actually prescription sunglasses! LensCrafters had a sunnies soiree last month-- with special guest Joan Rivers,

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4 eyewear styles on trend to help you focus on style this spring

4 eyewear styles on trend, and worth giving a shot this season... Just like shoes and bags, a great pair of sunglasses can uplift your look and keep all eyes on you with little to no effort. And last week we were lucky enough to hit up NYC's VisionExpo and take in all of the latest & greatest to help you discover new styles to get set for spring. Overall, one of the biggest trends we were floored by was the abundance of all out color available. Have a favorite color? We bet you'll have no problem sourcing a great pair of frames in that lucky hue for you. And when it comes to shapes, almost anything goes as long

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Must-Have – Roberto Cavalli “Wild Diva” Special Edition Wacky Sunglasses

With slightly kooky, eccentric, even wacky sunglasses all the rage, Roberto Cavalli's limited edition Spring 2012 sunglasses bring a whole new meaning to the term 'oversized.' While placing a heavy emphasis on the browline with a retro minded shape tricked out with juxtaposing skins in ultra rich, deluxe hues, these designer glasses certainly are statement-making. >> SHOP: Sunglasses Shopping Guide 'An earthly paradise populated by creatures of fantasy...the Eden of femininity...my creativity is expressed through clothes which make the Cavalli woman a sensual and mysterious being.'  -  Roberto Cavalli, on his latest over-the-top frames. >> MORE: Sunglass Tips and Trends >> VIDEO: How to Select Sunglasses to Suit Your Face Shape In their words: 'Roberto Cavalli and Marcolin present a Special Edition Sunglasses Collection for

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Robert Verdi, the fab style guy with sunnies on top of his head, launches a sunglass collection on HSN

ROBERT VERDI SUNGLASSES | HSN | HOME SHOPPING NETWORK
If there ever was kismet for a launch, it's Robert Verdi and his own line of sunnies. The always funny and bright lifestyle guy is barely ever seen without a pair of sunglasses on top of  his head. MORE: Sunglasses Starting tonight and tomorrow, you can get your own pair of Robert Verdi Sunglasses on HSN... all for under $40! Who needs hair when you can wear Robert Verdi Sunglasses? Sharon with Robert wearing a pair of sunglasses that he selected for her Details: On February 22 and 23, celebrity stylist and television personality, Robert Verdi, is launching an exclusive collection of sunglasses with multi-channel retailer, HSN. Famous for his celebrity clientele including A-listers like Eva Longoria, Bethenny Frankel, Kathy Griffin,

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Specs Appeal- The New Book Eyewear from Moss Lipow

Eyewear designer Moss Lipow discovers the history of eyewear from their humble, practical minded beginnings to their meteoric rise as an impression making fashion accessory in his new book Eyewear. As a designer, collector & enthusiast Lipow combines his first-hand knowledge and curated collection of eyewear with an insightful look at the evolution of eyewear for this just released tome that should serve as an end-all reference for all things optical. Featuring 1,000 optical images that span 500 years, Lipow has culled information from a variety of sources including ancient texts, old catalogues, vintage magazines, and out-of-print publications of every kind. Eyewear by Moss Lipow is available now at Taschen.com

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Rihanna Rocks Some Very Cool Sunglasses- That is if you can get past the rest of her prom queen Muppet look

I'll Have What She's Having: If you look beneath the overworked mess Yes, Rihanna, when it comes to your celebrity style, sometimes, well, most of the time, you work the living daylights out of it. Exhausting. But, the rest of you can find a golden needle in this mishmash of too many style things... Despite Rihanna's questionable 80's era Miss Tennessee inspired up-do and the fact that her feathery ensemble looks akin to a Jim Hensen Muppet creation, what does work and what one could take note of is her exotic cream snakeskin covered Linda Farrow Luxe shades. MORE: Sunglasses While they instantly illuminate the face, they also happen to hit upon fall's full on reptile print trend in a

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Persol Magnificent Obsessions- The Intersection of Film, Eyewear, and Iconic Elegance

Obsessive craftsmanship as star PERSOL MAGNIFICENT OBSESSIONS: 30 Stories of Craftsmanship in Film Obsession: Costume Design-- Oscar-winning costume designer Milena Canonero, designed hundreds of elaborate costumes for Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette, taking the entire color palette from a box of macarons. Film still above. I attended the fascinating exhibition on Thursday night that celebrated the painstaking and thought-provoking process to dedication that becomes obsession in pursuit of the craft, or in this case, frame by frame. PERSOL MAGNIFICENT OBSESSIONS: 30 Stories of Craftsmanship in Film took a unique turn to parallel the "harmonious partnership between human and machine" by way of its iconic frames and iconic moments in great cinema. >> MORE: Eyewear Persol Eyewear made its first screen appearance

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Buzzzz, Eyefly is the Eyeglass Site Launch of Bluefly

Fast & Easy Way to Order Eyeglasses Online Oh yeah, stylish too... Gotta love Bluefly for deals on all things stylish, right down to Tom Ford Sunglasses. But what if you need a little help in seeing the steals and deals? Natch, they've got you covered in their newest collab with designer eyewear manufacturer A + D Labs. Goofing around in the Eyefly photo booth at the launch party with Naveed & Linda. Just launched is Eyefly.com, a new way to shop for prescription eyeglasses online, starting at $99. Adding a style vibe to the site, Eyefly enlisted Street Style Photoblogger Tommy Ton to capture some notable hipsters for the launch party and continued the street style vibe by casting

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Anne Hathaway Knows How To Wear Eyeglasses Right and Hair Tips Too

I'll Have What She's Having: Face flattering eyeglass shapes & hairstyle tips from Frederic Fekkai It constantly amazes me how some women never bother to update their eyeglasses. It's one one of the easiest style fixes you can do to take years off your apearance to look modern and up-to-date. Anne Hathaway, wearing Gucci, on the blue carpet for the premier of "Rio" Case in point: Anne Hathaway sporting super chic eyeglasses on the red carpet, or in this case, blue carpet! Forget about those dated sliver glasses, or dowdy "frameless" eyeglasses, or even super geek four-eye frames... none do anything for your style! But what does do something positive for your personal style are a pair of contemporary shaped

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How To Select Sunglasses For Your Face Shape – Video Tips

Eyewear Tips from the Women's Sunglasses by Face Shape with Sharon Haver video series at Barney's New York for About.com series... Of course Barney’s New York has the most cutting-edge, fashion sunglasses around. What what good is a gorgeous pair of sunglasses when they don’t flatter your face? Do watch this installment of my how-to style series for about.com and learn the ins and out to select the best sunglasses for your face shape.--S.H. Shopping for sunglasses can be a daunting task with so many looks and trends on the racks. See what to look for in color and shape so that the sunglasses you buy compliment your face nicely. Proportioning Sunglasses to Face Shape The easiest way to find

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Magnesium Ups the Techno Factor In Eyewear…

the ultra-lightweight Oakley Switch glasses made from magnesium-- the metal alloy of jets and space vehicles
The Super-Lightweight in Performance Glasses Magnesium, the metal alloy of jets and space vehicles is the next big thing when it comes to techno performance eyewear.Oakley Switch frames use this incredibly strong, yet super lightweight alloy thats great on the ski slopes or in the city. We told you about glasses sooo miniscule that they fit inside of a pen. We told you how to look totally gorgeous in eyewear. We didn't whine to you about our $300+ designer sunglasses that broke after a day. We didn't tell you that their customer service person told us that they cracked because one must pay special care in the art of eyeglass removal…quack! But, don't say we didn't tell you about this

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