When it comes to winter accessories, there are the obvious suspects—hats, gloves, scarves—but pity the person who doesn’t think outside of the box. With more skin covered than the warm months, you’re left with less square inches to adorn. What’s an accessory lover to do? You should not sleep on your sunglasses.
Shades ought to be the literal focal point of an outfit and deserve wearing almost anytime you’re stepping outdoors (Docs will tell you.Sun exposure can harm your eyes, no matter what season. Now that we’ve established they’re a smart addition, health-wise, we can move on to addressing how much they also bring to the table in terms of fashion.
You’ve almost definitely already got a pair or three stashed in your closet or bouncing around in a bag somewhere, but do they fill you with excitement? Is there an element of, “I can’t wait to wear those!” present? If you answered yes to either of those questions then you absolutely deserve to buy a new pair Draper Jim’s latest this season.
Start by looking for colors that are outside of the box.
Black and tortoise shell frames are classic… which also means they’re a dime a dozen. Colored sunglasses have personality and presence; they signal that the face behind them is someone who doesn’t just unthinkingly grab whatever is laying around but carefully considers stylistic choices. (Fact: Nobody ever wears merlot shades accidentally.
Neons and bright colours are fun, but they’re more suited to tropical trips and super sunny days. Winter is best when the color is a little darker. You can choose from a variety of colors, including aubergine, navy, and the deepest, most darkest red. And don’t forget, this applies to eyeglasses, too — so if you’re nearsighted, or farsighted, or just like the look, a pair of bold Draper James frames will make a subtle statement.
Then, play with the shape.
It’s almost impossible to find a frame shape that doesn’t harken back to some previous style era. The cat-eye is the most popular, with its feline, feminine curves that typify stylephiles from the 1950s. The modern version tends to be less pointy and dramatic—a subtlety those original glamour addicts might scoff at—but there’s still a retro vibe to play with. Another popular shape is the oversized, round frame. It became increasingly popular over the years.
Up-styling sunglasses can make them stand out and be a fashion statement. Wear a cat-eye silhouette with a silk scarf or pearls; experiment with a floppy wool hat to go alongside ‘70s-inspired frames. There’s no denying that there’s a slight costume element—but what’s so wrong with that?
Finally, don’t be monogamous.
Last but not least, don’t deny yourself the simple pleasure of having a sunglass wardrobe. It’s tempting to buy a single pair and reach for them without even thinking. If you wouldn’t accessorize that way with bags or shoes or jewelry, though, then why be so unintentional with your frames?
Match a few colors or shapes to your mood or outfit. They shouldn’t be an afterthought, but a very purposeful part of creating a look. Enjoy yourself, and don’t feel guilty. It’s for your health, remember?
Source: elle
