Sunglasses

Sunglasses are not just a device to protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays. They have long been part of the image and style of people around the world, regardless of gender and age. Let's get to know them better.

The first sunglasses were discovered in Egypt, in the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun. They consisted of two very thin emerald plates (so-called lenses) connected to each other by a bronze bow. Only representatives of the nobility could use this device, ordinary Egyptians simply covered themselves with a sheet of papyrus from the sun.

A similar device was discovered in ancient Roman excavations. Emperor Nero had an emerald lornet through which he observed the battles of gladiators.

Initially, glasses were made only of precious stones, except for emeralds, rubies and sapphires were also used. With the development of technology, lenses began to be made from ordinary glasses. At first, only blind people wore glasses with tinted lenses, and green glasses were intended for those who suffered from glaucoma.

Even in the days of Napoleon, the advantage of sunglasses became obvious, but not everyone could afford them. They became widespread only in the twentieth century.

Inexpensive sunglasses appeared in the 30s in New Jersey. Then they began to be sold on the beaches, after which they gained maximum popularity, because they really protected from the sun.

When choosing sunglasses, first of all, you need to pay attention not to their attractive appearance, but to comfort and good protection for the eyes.

The most important indicator is UV protection, it should block the radiation of ultraviolet rays. UV400 marking indicates that the glasses protect against absolutely all UV rays.

According to the degree of protection, they are divided into several categories:

• Category 0 - almost transparent glasses that let in the maximum amount of light, but at the same time they can very well protect against UV rays. Most often they are used by drivers and athletes.
• Category 1 - glasses with bright lenses, used in low sunlight, for example, in the winter season.
• Category 2 - glasses with moderately dark lenses, suitable for weak and medium sunlight.
• Category 3 - glasses with dark lenses, transmit no more than 20% of sunlight, are used in bright lighting.
• Category 4 - glasses with very dark lenses that allow a minimum amount of sunlight.

It is important to responsibly approach the choice of material from which the lenses are made. They can be made of polycarbonate (light plastic) or glass. There is also a plastic called CR-39, but most often such glasses are made by prescription.

There is always a choice between glass and plastic, modern technologies have made the latter high-quality, but at the same time it is light and safe. It is easier to apply various coatings, for example, anti-reflective.

The main advantage of sunglasses is to protect the eyes from bright light and clarity of vision. There are special models with anti-reflective coating, which are necessary for drivers of cars, motorcycles and other vehicles.

There are diopter sunglasses that are ideal for people with vision problems. They are also extremely important, because, in addition to correcting vision, they also protect the eyes from the sun.

Sunglasses have long become not just a means of protection for the eyes, but a fashion accessory, part of the image. This is also their special advantage, because they give a special charm to the image, add special charm to it.

Polarized glasses are called glasses whose lenses have a polarized filter. What is he like?

A polarizing lens allows you to control sunlight, reducing glare. Especially the effect of wearing glasses with such lenses is noticeable for those who spend a lot of time observing water and other mirror surfaces.

Such glasses change their color, depending on the lighting, they are often called "chameleons". Indoors or at night, they become almost transparent, and in sunlight they darken, turning almost into sunscreens. They are designed specifically for people with low vision, because they eliminate the need to buy a few pairs of glasses.

Mirrored sunglasses came to us from the police; they are simply called “mirrors” among the people. This effect provides a special deposition of metal particles, the use of zirconium oxides or titanium is popular.

The main feature of glasses with gradient lenses is a soft, smooth transition from one shade to another, usually from dark to light. There are also options for two-tone tinting, in which the saturated color smoothly turns into transparent.

Ray Band Wayfarer - the legendary, one might even say, classic glasses, created in 1952. The company made an innovative move and released a model of glasses in a plastic frame. Its name can be literally translated as “wanderer” or “traveler”.

Prior to this, glasses were produced only in a metal frame, so such an unexpected move, like glasses made of plastic, led the society into complete delight. The glasses were instantly called a symbol of the new era of Art Nouveau. They gained immense popularity thanks to Audrey Hepburn, who appeared with Wayfarer glasses in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

Over time, the Wayfarer Folding model appeared - these are compact folding glasses that take up minimal space in your bag or even in your pocket. Thanks to the articulated mechanism, you can reduce the size of the “wifarers” by half. Interestingly, in the wake of Ray Ban, folding glasses appeared on almost all well-known brands.

Today wifarers continue to change and modernize, in the assortment you can find models with different frames and lenses. For example, frosted glasses, wooden frames and retro models with hinged glasses have recently been in demand.

Car glasses are designed specifically for drivers, they have several dimming filters that are arranged in layers. This allows you to reduce eye strain and focus on the road, even if you are on the road for a long time.

The penetration of horizontal rays is prevented by the polarizer, which is located in the middle, between the UV filters.Glasses with anti-reflective lenses prevent glare on metal, water surface, wet asphalt, car windows and other shiny surfaces.

Ski goggles and masks protect not only from the sun, but also from pieces of ice, snow and strong winds. They help protect vision and prevent physical injury due to loss of visibility.

Sport is fashionable, so sports glasses today can be found at almost every manufacturer, including luxury brands. For example, the D&G brand offers its fans exclusive ski goggles with Swarovski crystals.

Glasses with interchangeable glasses are most often used by drivers, cyclists and people who are used to engaging in active sports. The main advantage of such glasses is the savings, since you will be spared the need to buy several pairs of expensive glasses.

Shores are plate-shields located on the sides of the lenses, in the area of ​​the arches that close the eyes on the side, greatly enhancing the sun-protection effect, because they prevent sunlight from entering. Usually they are made of plastic, but removable blurs made of genuine leather are also found.

Double hinged sunglasses look unusual and attract attention. There are models in which tinted lenses recline up and to the sides. The latter create the effect of Mickey Mouse ears, so they are very popular among young people.

Rimless glasses have recently become very popular, although they appeared at the beginning of the twentieth century. They were invented for a more comfortable wear, as the frame was made of metal or mineral glass and weighed a lot. Then and now rimless glasses looked easy and stylish without overloading the face.

Glasses with an integrated camera are not new, but only a few years ago they became widespread. Today you can find models with different designs that record clear, vivid, high-quality video even in low light conditions.

The sun is as dangerous to the eyes in winter as it is in summer. Snow reflects 80% of sunlight, which is much more than land, sand or grass during the rest of the year. Therefore, wearing sunglasses during this period is not just a part of your image, but first of all a necessity.

Vintage glasses are in fashion today, however, they are mostly preferred by fans of the retro or hipster style, which they are ideally suited to. If you prefer a different style of clothing, such glasses may look foreign to you, because they will be the only element "from the past."

On guys, they look great with an elegant twisted mustache or a stylish beard. Girls can combine them with a retro hairstyle and red lipstick, creating a feminine and playful look.

Vintage glasses will help emphasize your unusual style and will attract attention to you, so choosing them, you should look great!

A variety of sunglasses are in fashion, from classic feminine to frankly shocking. Designers suggest choosing bright and catchy models that will definitely not let go unnoticed.

Most designers presented glasses with a rich decor: sculpting, rhinestones, floral prints, lace and various metal elements.

The most current models:

• Overseas - huge glasses of various shapes are in fashion;
• Cat eye. Glasses “cats” were in fashion last season, and in this they are also not going to leave us;
• "Butterfly wings". Glasses in retro style in a plastic frame - one of the most striking trends of this year;
• "Aviators" - a classic popular model;
• Round glasses in a various frame and without it;
• With colored lenses;
• With a translucent rim;
• With black lenses;
• With ombre effect.

This year, designers offer us to make glasses not just an accessory, but a bright and expressive accent of the image. Therefore, you can afford the most daring experiments.

The rectangular shape is one of the most popular. Glasses can be narrow and wide, almost square. Today, medium-sized models that are found in many manufacturers are popular. Rectangular glasses are ideal for girls with an oval face, they help emphasize the cheekbones and curves of the face.

Slim streamlined glasses are most often used for sports, outdoor activities or driving. In ordinary life, they are not very popular, although designers periodically introduce them into fashion.

Heart-shaped glasses are popular among young people and girls who are not afraid to be in the spotlight. There are models with brown or black glasses in an ordinary plastic frame and hearts in a thin metal frame in pink, blue or yellow. Glasses with a gradient look especially impressive, emphasizing the tenderness and sophistication of a woman's face.

Glasses in the shape of a droplet are called aviators, it is difficult to find a person who would not hear about this legendary model. They have large lenses rounded downward, and beveled towards the nose. Due to their special shape, they perfectly protect the eyes from the sun.

Cat Eye glasses are very popular today. Their characteristic feature is upwardly pointed corners. Moreover, the glasses themselves can be round, oblong, elongated. They are suitable for girls with almost any face shape, as they emphasize feminine features.

Classic lenses are not very popular today, but they have a number of advantages. Due to the high refractive index, the glass lens can be made very thin. Like polycarbonate, they have high strength, are not afraid of mechanical stress, with the exception of shock. They are not afraid of high temperature and exposure to chemicals, they are not scratched.

It has such a high impact resistance that it is often called "plastic metal". Lenses do not deform with a strong impact and do not break into fragments. Since it has a good refractive index, lenses from it are much thinner than ordinary plastic ones. It completely absorbs UV rays, and at the same time it does not need to be subjected to additional processing to enhance these properties.

Plastic lenses are lightweight and non-hazardous, it is almost impossible to get hurt if cracked. Typically, manufacturers offer a wide selection of frames specifically for plastic lenses, as well as various types of stains, including those with unusual effects.

Designers are constantly thinking about the need to protect the resources of our planet, so they introduce various eco-trends into fashion. One of them was glasses in a wooden frame, which are most often made from recycled materials.

Wood is one of the most environmentally friendly materials, it is easy to work with, it is easy to recycle. You can make a fashionable frame from any old wooden thing.

Plastic frames are undoubted favorites, they are lightweight, inexpensive and attractive. They amaze with their variety, because it is plastic that allows you to simulate almost any material, whether it is wood, stone, glass and so on.

Leather-framed glasses are a fashion trend that lovers of luxury and high style love. Acetate or plastic frame is fitted with delicate skin of various animals, ranging from calf to exotic animal skin. Especially popular are glasses with snake, crocodile and tortoise skin, which look very impressive.

The lenses in sunglasses can be of many different colors. Lenses made of plastic or polycarbonate acquire the desired color thanks to a special coating, and to add a shade to the glass lenses, the dye is added to the liquid mass.

• Clear lenses are often found in image and computer glasses. They can also protect against UV rays if marked accordingly. Chameleon glasses can also become transparent under certain lighting conditions.
• Brown lenses are one of the most popular. They improve the contrast and relief of objects, but slightly distort the shade.
• Reds improve mood and improve performance, in them you will feel very active.
• Yellow improves the contrast of black and white colors, so it is ideal for cloudy and snowy weather.
• Greens are most often used by people with glaucoma.
• Pinks improve contrast, give bright colors to the world around.
• Blue and cyan also improve contrast, but do not distort colors. They are suitable for sun protection even of high activity.

Stylists advise you to choose a frame for the color of your skin, because its color can make you both more attractive and emphasize all skin imperfections.

For dark skin, the choice of frames is very wide. Dark-haired girls will suit orange, red, green, blue. If you want a universal option, then this is, of course, black glasses that emphasize your natural beauty.

The main concept of the Versace brand is to make the world around us more fashionable and brighter. Amazing models of sunglasses that fashionistas like with their original style and ingenious simplicity successfully cope with this. With Versace’s glasses, you will feel feminine, attractive and, definitely, special.

Simple, but at the same time, chic Max Mara sunglasses are ideal for everyday wear. In them you will always look stylish, thanks to the laconic design and minimalist frames. The lenses are protected by a special coating that prevents scratches, and have an anti-glare effect, so they are suitable even for driving a car.

The glasses of the famous Furla brand can not leave indifferent any woman, regardless of her style. The assortment includes restrained romantic, original bright, strict and concise glasses for every taste. The glasses of this brand always delight with original solutions and luxurious fittings, allowing you to emphasize your taste and high status.

Each new collection of Chanel glasses is a real event. Karl Lagerfeld manages to surprise fans with an elegant design every time. A characteristic feature of Chanel's optics is a vintage fleur, which remains the same as a tweed jacket or a small black dress. If you want to stand out, emphasizing your femininity and elegance, you definitely need to pay attention to the glasses of this brand.

Each Emporio Armani sunglasses collection is a unique epitome of fashion and style. They look elegant and unobtrusive, because the Maestro does not like extra details and excessive pomp. Frames are made of a mix of various materials, so they can always boast of excellent quality and innovative design.

The glasses of this brand are created for young people who are free to express themselves and follow fashion trends. Miu Miu is an alternative, urban modern brand that is often referred to as the “new classic." Miu Miu sunglasses will appeal to girls who are tired of the conservative restraint of Prada, of which he is a subsidiary brand.

If you are the owner of such a face shape, then you are incredibly lucky, because you can afford almost all models of glasses, the main thing is to choose the right size. The frame should not protrude beyond the contours of the face, the top of the frame should be at the level of the eyebrows, but not higher.

Aviator glasses and cut-off rounded models are perfect for you. They soften the hard lines of the chin and cheekbones, making the face more rounded and feminine. Avoid geometric shapes that will make your face even wider.

In this case, you need to go from the opposite, and for a round face, choose square-shaped glasses. The geometric frame removes obvious roundness and corrects minor flaws.

If you have a middle-aged face, you are very lucky, because now fashionable butterfly glasses are created specifically for you. Just be careful with models that are too large and wide that can make the upper part of your face larger.

If you have an elongated face, choose round or square medium-sized glasses.You can also try on a model with large panoramic windows.

Even inexpensive sunglasses will last a long time if they are properly maintained. It is important to use only a cloth made of special cloth that can be bought at an optics store.

• If the glasses are dirty, rinse them under high pressure from the tap, and then carefully remove the dirt. Wipe the lenses with a dry cloth and leave the glasses to dry completely.
• If stains form on the lenses, make a soap solution from warm water and a gentle liquid soap and lower the glasses into it for a couple of seconds. Then wipe dry, while removing stains from the surface.
• Such glasses should be cleaned at least once a month.
• Do not wipe the lenses with a dirty cloth or the edge of a shirt, as they are very easy to scratch.
• Do not use household chemicals or glass cleaner in your home or car to clean.

Fashionable look in smart casual style. A geometric print trouser suit, a cream blouse, white sneakers and square sunglasses, which are now at the peak of popularity. A great way to walk and meet friends.

Total black look: leather pencil skirt, raven wing sweater-oversize, narrow-toed ankle boots, handbag with a long strap and black sunglasses. Concise and stylish!

In summer, definitely can not do without stylish sunglasses! Combine laconic black with a white cotton doll dress in the style of a baby doll, sandals with a steady heel, a hat-boater and a woven bag-basket.