Glam It Up….Keeping the Rays Away in Style

It’s official, maybe not on the seasonal calendar yet, but summer is here and with it comes that penetrating sun.  So, in order for we gals to keep our faces looking gorgeous into the future, we need to protect it with great style and glamour at the same time.  After all, looking good is a lifetime goal!

Two of the most popular fashion accessories that you should not leave home without when venturing into the summer sun are sunglasses and hats…both of which have definitely stepped up their style-game this season.  Sunglass offerings are chocked full of the newest COLORS and SHAPES this season.  We’ve combed the aisles of many of the city’s top retailers, Neiman’s, Tootsies, Saks and Nordstrom, as well their online stores to check it all out and the excitement and newness is there.

The following is our guide only, as the options are endless from all of your favorite designers. After all, what better way to add a designer touch to your summer wardrobes without breaking the bank, than through some great shades, available in many new shapes from color pops to retro looks to oversized lenses that were made to keep even the paparazzi away.  Hats are the newest haute accessory for lunchtime soirees or for a day at the beach!

Whichever you choose, you know you will be adding just the right touch of glam that assures you a stylish approach to the warmer days ahead! (Hint: want to make it super easy, click on the designer name below and you can purchase from the comfort of your own computer, visit my PINTEREST BOARD for more examples to purchase…or drop into your fave retailer and try them all on…either way, you’re in for a treat!)

WHITE:  Gucci

 

AVIATORS WITH COLOR: Marc by Marc Jacobs

 

COLOR BLOCK:   Fendi

 

COLOR:   Kate Spade

 

NEON: Matthew Williamson

 

ROUND:  Prada

 

CATEYE: Dior

 

RETRO: Super Sunglasses

 

TEMPLE TREATMENTS:  Roberto Cavalli

 

OVERSIZED:  Tom Ford

Erik Javits Trek II Hat (left)  Eric Javits GG Dame Wide-Brim Hat (right)

 

 

Eugenia Kim Coral Sun Hat (left)   Eric Javits Squishee Classic Fedora (right)

(Photos courtesy of ShopBop.com, NeimanMarcus.com, SaksFifthAvenue.com and Google Images)

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