Between Anthony Bosca and Stephanie Haenes—owners of Wayzata’s InVision and Art of Optiks, respectively—they know a thing or two when it comes to style. So we asked these vision pros to give us their top picks for summer sunglasses. If you’re in the market for a shade upgrade, check out the following styles, perfect for both men and women in a variety of colors and designs.
Dafoe by SALT
Reminiscent of a vintage style sported by actor Steve McQueen around the time of "Le Mans" in the early 1970s; however, no fast car is needed to rock out these shades. The frame is updated and presented here in a matte silver titanium. $400. Available at InVision.
Udaipur 3 by Gold & Wood
This is a more wearable adaption of Gold & Wood's Moon frame, which won the Silmo D'or award for optical design two years ago. A popular choice because it’s light and comfortable. $1200. Available at InVision.
Limited Edition Gold Mirror Aviator by Robert Marc
This pair is inspired by Robert Redford's character in "The Maltese Falcon." The soft gold tone of the mirror is created by applying several microns of 18K gold to the lens. Now you really can say your lenses are worth their weight in gold. $700. Available at InVision.
Brune 1 by Face à Face
This flattering, oversize shape combines two hot trends in one frame. The brow decoration at the top is something we'll be seeing a lot of in fall collections. The accent color, a blend of hot pink and orange called honeysuckle, is one of the year’s hottest shades, chosen as Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2011. $415. Available at InVision. –Anthony Bosca
Starlet by Barton Perreira
Barton Perreira is the brainchild of Oliver Peoples’ founders Bill Barton and Patty Perreira. Although some of the pieces in this collection might remind one of Bill and Patty in their Oliver Peoples heyday, Barton Perreira‘s approach to style as well as elegance brings this collection to an entirely new level. The Starlet frame is made of durable titanium and comes in an array of enamel colored finishes. $510. Available at Art of Optiks.
Dizzy by Blinde
Blinde eyewear is a classic that will never go out of fashion, with colors that are rich and deep. The laser-cut acetate adds breadth and depth to the already dynamic design. All Blinde sunglasses come standard with Zeiss lenses and a durable backside anti-reflective coating making these sunglasses perfect for sports or fashion. Add a pair of these classic acetate frames to your repertoire today. $310. Available at Art of Optiks.
Clemet by l.a. Eyeworks
L.a. Eyeworks, the 30-year-old luxury eyewear designer, has done it again. Mixing it up with traditional shapes but using unbelievably beautiful and colorful acetate from Italy, the frame is transformed from classic to funky in an instant. $375. Available at Art of Optiks.
Aritana by Mykita
Mykita frames features a highly innovative and functional design that utilizes simple plug connections, making screws and solder points unnecessary. Cut out of a single sheet of stainless steel, these Aritana frames are unbelievable light as well as incredibly durable. Last year, this design-award-winning company added bright colors and fashion-forward shapes to the mix. $540. Available at Art of Optiks. —Stephanie Haenes
