graphic appeal

Think of eyewear as artwork this season as anything graphic goes. Styles are uber-angular showing up in every geometric shape from squares, pentagons, hexagons, octagons and more. Color is in your face through black accents on neutrals, brights, color blocking, ombré effects and tinted or gradient lenses. Mono-lens shields, sleek flat tops, mixed materials, layered plastics and tweaked aviators show off a futuristic vision. Frames with prints, patterns, filigree and cutouts prove that eyewear is a form of self-expression.

Wear frames with peplums or drop-waist shirts, dresses, skirts or jackets for an arty feeling; or try a leather jacket with fur trim to add edge to the look.

Alain Mikli by Alain Mikli, Ltd. Style: AL1017	California Accessories by California Accessories Style: Destiny
Corinne McCormack by FGX International Style: Denzel	D&G by Luxottica Group Style: D&G1189
Ed Hardy by Revolution Eyewear Style: EHS045	Hawaiian Tropic by Barbara Creations, Inc. Style: HTAT1029
Iris by Pro Design Eyewear, Inc. Style: 5121	Lacoste by Charmant USA Style: LA12684
Liberty Sport by Liberty Optical Mfg. Co., Inc. Style: IT20	Michael Kors by Marchon Eyewear, Inc. Style: Montrose
Nathan Jenden by B.Base International (Design Group) Style: The Fly By	Scott Harris by Europa International Style: SH236
Skechers by Viva International Group Style: SK4002	Takumi by Aspex Eyewear Incorporated Style: T9886
Ted Baker by Tura, Inc. Style: B837	Tommy Bahama by Altair Eyewear Style: TB530S
Vera Bradley by McGee Group Style: Sandra	YOU'S by Ultra Palm Optical Style: 688

Where do you draw inspiration from when choosing eyeglasses or sunglasses?

Celebrities
Magazines
Designers
Friends/Family