Fall might be in the air but we live in South Florida, the land of sun and warmth year-round. Sunglasses are both a necessity and a statement accessory. Making an entrance with flair is as equally a must as blocking those bright rays.
Sharing with us key trends is Robert Sarasohn, owner of Grove Opticians. Located at The Shops at Boca Center, Grove Opticians has become the local go-to for all types of eyewear, boasting an unbelievable selection of the latest styles. “Colors, colors and more colors,” says Sarasohn. He believes that the shift to bold bright colors has been a collective response since the pandemic. Another trend he has seen customers gravitate toward is bold frames, including thick plastics and geometric shapes that stand out.
With this in mind, here is a roundup of cool eyewear picks from established and newer brands that will up your style game. Bring on the sunshine!
L’Écurie Paris
This new luxury French eyewear designer recently launched its first collection featuring six styles with innovative frame designs. Each style is handmade from the highest quality grade of materials and they are très chic for everyday wear.
Pricing: $475-$620
FlyFrames
Another new eyewear brand, FlyFrames creates innovative sunglasses that are earpiece-free. Their patent-pending technology ensures that these shades rest comfortably on your nose for a seamless fit.
Pricing: $154
Thierry Lasry
A favorite among celebrities including Justin Timberlake, Designer Thierry Lasry’s designs are inspired by his love of colors and geometric shapes. Raised by his father who was an optician and his mother who was a designer, Lasry’s collection is bold, fun and fashion-forward.
Pricing: Starting at $415
Alvin Valley
Earlier this year, fashion and accessories designer Alvin Valley added eyewear as a brand new category and it’s continuously growing with new styles. The standouts are his thick colorful retro-inspired frames that will have you channelling Old Hollywood glamour.
Pricing: $375-$425
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