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Kara Keigan

I’m a New York City-based expert stylist and writer. I cover fashion, lifestyle, and weddings for top magazines and websites, including Marc Jacobs, Country Living, Harper’s Bazaar, The Stylish Standout, Wayfaren, Domino, and Interior Monologue. I write about the latest sunglass trends, and I spend my free time searching for vintage clothing and decor.

Aviator Sunglasses: Why This Classic Style Still Endures

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Aviator sunglasses debuted in 1937 but gained notoriety five years later when General Douglas MacArthur landed on the beach in the Philippines.

A photo of the MacArthur wearing the aviator-style shades was splashed across the front page of newspapers everywhere. It became the go-to “wartime” look for Hollywood productions.

But it wasn’t fashion only that inspired pilots, policemen, and sportsmen to gravitate to the style. Aviator sunglasses did the job.

A little aviator history…

Bausch & Lomb was originally asked by the U.S. Army Air Corps to design sunglasses for pilots to prevent sun glare because they found it often caused nausea and headaches. The result were sunglasses originally called “anti-glares,” since they were intended to ban rays of sun. They were rebranded as “Ray-Ban” when they were released.

Hot Hairstyles to Go With Your Glasses

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Have you ever considered how your hairstyle and glasses work together to complete your look?

Your frames should match the ethos of your style while complimenting your hairstyle. In fact, there are a couple of things to consider when purchasing glasses. Have you assessed your face shape? What color frames look best with your eye color?

An easy place to start is by taking your glasses to your hairdresser. If you already own a pair and are debating switching up your hairstyle to compliment them, your hairdresser can assess your face shape and go from there.

Your hairdresser can help make real-time adjustments to your cut to ensure they are flattering to your frames. The same goes for getting your brows done. Your esthetician can help determine the shape and color of your brows to ensure they are complimenting your look behind your frames.

Consider using your hair as a tool to balance out your frames. The easiest hairstyles to compliment your frames are styles that pull your hair out of your face. A bun or a ponytail is a great way to show off your frames, knowing that there will be extra focus on your face and glasses. They can be used as a tool to divert attention or draw attention, so go for a bold frame when rocking a soft look and vice versa.

Clear Frames: Style Tips and Face Shape Guide

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From runways to celebrities to fashion trendsetters, clear frames appear to be everywhere. And though they may be trending, the truth is they’ve been popular for quite some time.

The subtle, clean aesthetic of transparent eyewear makes it a staple that has been popular for years.

Have you found yourself growing tired of traditional glasses?

Translucent frames are a modern and fresh take on statement eyewear and perfect for anyone looking to stand out from the crowd. Clear frames are an understated way to add a fun and interesting take to any look.

4 Unique Eyewear Trends Straight Off the Runway

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As I watched what came down the runway during the four weeks of fashion month—from New York to London to Milan to Paris—I was amazed at how often the looks included trendy eyewear. While we fashion folks are introduced to new things every fall and spring, some eyewear trends continue to pop up.

Whether it’s introducing a new trend or reminding us that an old trend is here to stay for another season, runway shows serve as an idea of what’s to come.

I rounded up the best of the best from the four weeks of fashion month to show you some exciting eyewear trends.

Presidents and Their Famous Frames: Glasses Inspired by American Greats

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In celebration of Presidents Day, let’s look back at some well-known Presidents and their famous glasses.

Did you know almost all of the Presidents needed at least a reading prescription, but nearly none of them were photographed or documented wearing them? Most say it’s because it exuded a sign of weakness (something you don’t want when you are the highest power of the land). Although in the case of one of our presidents, his use of glasses actually saved his life.

In 1912 Teddy Roosevelt was on his way to give a speech when an assassination attempt occurred, but because of his 50 pages of notes and steel reinforced glasses case the bullet was slowed down and saved his life. Roosevelt went on to give over an 84-minute speech with a shot wound to his chest.