A great number of scientific studies show that spending long hours in the sun without eye protection can not only damage your eyes but also contribute to cataracts, macular degeneration, and cancer. That’s the reason why ophthalmologists recommend wearing 99% and above UV-absorbent sunglasses if you’re in the sun for long periods of time. Sunglasses are a must for outdoors Sunglasses can be worn whenever you are outdoors but they are a must under these circumstances: – During the summer – At the beach or in the water; as the glare is too harmful – At high altitudes – While using medications that can cause photosentivity Shopping for Sunglasses; what to look for actually IT SHOULD BLOCK 99% OF ULTRAVIOLET RAYS: Always buy sunglasses with this feature. Long-term exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation causes eye disease. UVB radiations are more dangerous to the eyes than UVA radiation. Go for sunglasses that block 99% or 100% of all UV light. GROUND AND POLISHED: You must make sure that the lenses you buy are properly made. To judge the quality of nonprescription sunglasses, eye something with a rectangular pattern, such as floor tile. Hold your glasses at a comfortable distance and cover one eye. Slowly move the glasses from side to side and up and down. If the lines stay straight, the lenses are fine. If the lines waggle, especially in the center of the lens, go for another one. IMPACT RESISTANT: The sunglasses you go for must meet the impact standards set by the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for safety. POLARIZED: Polarized lenses help to cut the reflected glare. These are in particular good for driving and fishing. PHOTOCHROMIC: A photochromic glass lens automatically darkens in bright light and becomes lighter in low light. Although these lenses are good UV-absorbent sunglasses, but it takes time for them to adjust to different light conditions. WRAPAROUND STYLE: Wraparound glasses are good as they protect your eyes from all angles, which other frames are usually not able to do. GRADIENT LENSES: Gradient lenses are a must have. However, what kind of depends on you and your surroundings. Single-gradient lenses, which are dark on top and lighter on the bottom, help in cutting glare from the sky. It also enables us to see clearly below. These are useful for driving purpose but not good for areas like beach or snow. Double-gradient lenses (dark on top and bottom and lighter in the middle) are assumed to be better for sports especially, for sports such as sailing or skiing. MIRROR-COATED: Mirror finishes are thin layers of various metallic coatings on an ordinary lens. However, they don’t protect you fully against UV radiations. People at greater risk for UV-related eye damage Studies reveal that some people with certain eye diseases such as macular degeneration and retinal dystrophy are at greater risk for UV-related sun damage. As a precaution, they should always wear absorbent sunglasses whenever they go outside. Contact lens wearers; sunglasses for you too Contact lenses are types too; one that can protect your eyes from UV lights and the other, which can’t. If you do not have contact lenses that can absorb UV light, you certainly need sunglasses to do so. Sunglasses won’t protect in every situation Arc welding, tanning lights, snowfields, or gazing directly at the sun, especially during a solar eclipse, for example, can severely damage your eyes. Even sunglasses can’t help you under these conditions. For general outdoor activities, proper sunglasses are key to protecting your eyes from sun-related damage. The best sunglasses offer 100% UV absorption, are of the best optical quality, and are impact resistant.
Color changing sunglasses; the next trend?
To match our sunglasses with each of our outfit, we would definitely need pairs and pairs of them. But according to the American Chemical Society (ACS), University of Washington scientists have developed a new lens material that can change their color. The key to this eyewear technology is an electro chromic polymer. It has the capability to increase or decrease the levels of darkness and color in the presence of an electric current. All you need to do is push a button on the frame and your glasses will become red, green, orange or any color. Yup! That’s the magic. However, we will have to wait a couple of years before actually getting these sunglasses. These ‘smart’ sunglasses can also be adjusted to block from 55 percent to 95 percent of the incoming rays. This research work was led by Chunye Xu, who is an assistant professor at the University of Washington and even an associate director of the University’s Center for Intelligent Materials and Systems (CIMS), whose research work is mainly concentrated on Electro active Polymers [EAP] and EAP based actuators.
Latest Bluetooth sunglasses with combined MP3
Brand new stylish Bluetooth sunglasses are out and they as expected, merge the concept of sunglasses with latest technology, built-in mp3 player and even the Bluetooth function. People on move, this ought to be your pick this time. Why? The answer is simple. Being on the move most of the times, you really need to relax and chill, so music is quite essential. Sunglasses are much obvious for that style of yours. Cell phones are inevitable. And this serves the threesome together. While music banging in your head, if you’ll receive a call, this Bluetooth device will automatically detect the incoming call and turn off the mp3 music. You can receive the call with just a click of a button. After you are done with your gossip, the mp3 player will start playing again.
Vogue sunglasses launch party
Vogue is all set to launch their collection of eyewear. And pf course the expectations are high. But those of you thinking that it was just a rumor take a look, to convince yourself. Gisele and DUI expert Michelle Rodriguez both were dazzling at the party.
Louis Vuitton introduces sunglasses with dangling bindi
Bindis are a part of the Hindu attire from ages and we all just love them. Irrespective of the fact, that bindis no longer represent a single red dot on the forehead of married women, they are worn by teenagers too. They are now no longer restricted to Asia, but has also been accepted by youth as a fashion across the globes. And this is visible as, Louis Vuitton is using the bindi charm in its latest designer sunglasses. Yes, sunglasses with a bindi dangling from them are the latest to hit the fashion market. The sunglasses have large acetate frames and decorated lenses. A bridge in between holds the dangling quartz charm. And on the sides blings the golden brass logo. The sunglasses sell for $600.
Cartier sunglasses for $130,000
If the brouhaha surrounding the $42,000 Louis Vuitton handbag was not enough, this season will see much more of it in the form of uber expensive shades. According to WWD, the prices of sunglasses this season will be sky rocketing. The prices are going to send us all into sticker shock. Luxury brand Cartier has designed a pair of limited edition jeweled shades, which will retail for a whopping price of $130,000. Adding to the range of impossibly expensive sunglasses will be a limited edition range of Oliver Peoples with each piece costing about $6,000. Competing in the market of expensive shades is Chrome Hearts, which is offering a jeweled pair on their line for $10,000. The demand for these expensive glares is already building up and surprisingly there are many in the long queue of buyers. Via
Adidas eyewear introduces top notch sunglasses for bikers
Adidas Eyewear has packed the latest technology into the Evil Eye ClimaCool Pro S sunglasses for you, especially the biking athletes. Yes, the Evil Eye ClimaCool Pro S sunglasses offer innovative features that are all very useful. These sunglasses are functional, stylish and modern. The Adidas Evil Eye ClimaCool Pro S model sunglasses come in a variety of frame colors. The pack includes an Adidas Evil Eye ClimaCool Pro S Black, Adidas hard storage case, two Lens cleaning cloths, LST Trail Silver Lens (anti-fog) and an anti fog Orange Lens. Not only this, the sunglasses are light weight and the body is flexible and durable. The temple is also adjustable up to 8 degrees. There have been no screws used for keeping the arms and body together. The nose bridge is replaceable and you can adjust it to two different positions. Also, the body has small pores for airflow that will help frame in keeping your face cool and the lens free of fog. The Evil Eye ClimaCool sunglasses can adjust to a variety of face sizes with the adjustable arms. These sunglasses come with two lenses. The lenses offer a good peripheral vision. The lenses can be easily changed. The lenses also feature an anti fog treatment thus making them highly functional and useful. The lens with the help of the LST technology adjusts to light conditions automatically. The lenses are extremely curved but still provide distortion free vision.
Chloe to be out with their latest sunglasses soon
Chloe, the name for cool sunglasses is all set to launch their collection for this summer and the designs, as expected, combine funk and style! From their cool designs are these Acetate Sunglasses. They are inserted with metal on the arms and Chloe is inscribed in their. And I personally have started liking yellow in sunglasses after seeing these.
Paul Smith’s olive shaded sunglasses
These Paul Smith sunglasses are really cool and the color is unique and out of this world. No one can ignore these. The olive color is what I really think make those sunglasses really kick. The trend is big and so, the frame is big and hexagonal. The lenses are graded by olive and offer you full UV protection. The price tag reads $165.00 and they are simply awesome.
Sunglasses or hairglasses?
This may sound funny but this is the truth. And I have no doubts about that, coz I myself am an example of this. What am I talking about? Hmm…that’s keeping my hair out of my face with the help of sunglasses. Yes, ladies we have to accept this! Most of us use our sunglasses just for this sole purpose. And that’s why these concept sunglasses are actually Hairglasses. They are made just to keep your hair out. Yes, that’s just a concept but a lucrative one. These hair sunglasses are made up of polypropylene, which lend them enough flexibility to fit any size of head. Hmmm…definitely a nice concept!