Byline: Sean Boone
Jun. 23--Along the Emerald Coast the sun shines more times than not, making it the perfect place to sport the trendiest and most technologically advanced sunglasses on the market. Spy, Marc Jacobs, Versace and others can now be seen on not only the young but also the young at heart.
This year's fashion is much of a duplicate of the summer of 2006 where big frames and aviators ruled the roost. According to Wes Bakane of Peepers and Timekeepers in Seaside, the s portier brands such as Oakley, Costa Del Mar, Smith and Kate Spade have all been top sellers this summer on the beach.
'Mosely Tribes have also started to catch on,' said Bakane. 'The styles are defi nitely straight from Hollywood and very cool.'
If you're looking for something a little different this season to sport in the sun or show off with in front of the surfer guys and gals, the brand new Arnette Baha might be what you are looking for. With a sleek metal grilamid lining and large wrapping frame, the Baha looks to continue the trend of fashionably big glasses.
Gucci has a new line for the spring/summer season that illustrates the 70s oversized design and adds extra detail to the aviator style by adding crystal lining. With this Gucci model, you are paying $700 for not only a unique and distinct look, but a name that covers the fashion runways across the world.
For the angler at heart, Maui Jim and Costa Del Mar never seem to disappoint. Whether you're sight-casting redfi sh on the flats or just in need of something sporty to hang around your neck with a Guy Harvey T-shirt at the local beach bar, you can't go wrong with a pair of fishing frames. The Costa Triple Tails and the Maui Beach Combers are two of the more popular and fashionably sound series of frames.
Although looking fashionable on the beach is certainly important, fi nding a pair of glasses that offer long-lasting quality and comfort cannot be overlooked.
'Fit is the most important design with our glasses,' said Costa Del Mar President Chas Macdonald. 'We have a great reputation that is patented on fit and durability.'
Although Costa Del Mar has earned its reputation as being a premier brand on the water, Macdonald explained that the company now caters to a broad range of consumers.
'Every one of the styles is designed for a specifi c activity and person,' said Macdonald. 'We have glasses for hardcore activity and the street fashion.'
With any sunglasses you are looking to purchase, make sure they fit the shape of your face and you are happy with the way they feel on your nose and ears. Your sunglasses are a part of your lifestyle that you will more than likely wear every single day, making it a good idea to see a retailer that specializes in eyewear before ordering online or through a catalog.
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